The Concise Book of Trigger Points Review

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(More customer reviews)There is nothing new in this book and not much information either.
There is,however,something very disturbing.When I browsed through the pages
I found two recomendations for excercises (with pictures)for strenghtening the rotator cuff muscles.They are upright rows and behind the neck pull downs.These are the two best excercises
that anyone could do to ruin the shoulders.Both of them are big NO!NO!
The upright row keeps the upper arms internally rotated and because of that it puts tremendous (and unnecessary) stress on the very small rotator cuff muscles.The behind the neck pull down keeps the shoulders in a very compromised position.Most of us lack the flexibility in the shoulders to do this excercise safely.Today even the glossy bodubuildingmagazines (which are loded with bad advice and misinformation)do not recommed them any more.So,in conclusion,either the author did not check the pictures or has no idea about safe excercises and rotator cuff rehab.

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Product Description:
This practical manual explains how to treat chronic pain through trigger points - those tender, painful nodules that form in muscle fibers and connective tissues. Organized by muscle groups, the book emphasizes hands-on techniques for bringing immediate relief by stimulating the flow of oxygen to the trigger point. Each two-page spread features detailed color illustrations on one side and straightforward text on the other identifying each muscle's origin, insertion, action, and function. In addition, the author discusses the physiological implications of the trigger points in each muscle, and techniques for treatment.