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The second edition of this definitive reference on myofascial pain features improved positioning in many of the drawings demonstrating Dr. Travell's techniques. Non-spray and stretch treatment methods are now included, along with a completely revised theory on the nature of trigger points.
Synopsis

This book is a clear and comprehensive review of current knowledge concerning the myofascial trigger point pain syndrome and fibromyalgia. It covers the pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations and differential diagnosis of these two closely associated muscle pain disorders. A guideto specific treatment involving trigger points is outlined in detail and supported with clear illustrations.

Features

For the first time a book that addresses all aspects of muscle pain from basic science to clinical treatment. This book answers all possible questions regarding muscle pain--from local muscle soreness to the fibromyalgia syndrome. The unique concept behind the book is the combination of neuroanatomical and neurophysiological data with the clinical management of all diseases that exhibit muscle pain.
Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Foreword - John V. Basmajian, O.C., O. ONT.,

Preface

Acknowledgments

Contributors

PART 1 INTRODUCTION

CHAPTER 1 Glossary

CHAPTER 2 General Overview

CHAPTER 3 Apropos of All Muscles

CHAPTER 4 Perpetuating Factors

PART 2 HEAD AND NECK PAIN

CHAPTER 5 Overview of Head and Neck Region

CHAPTER 6 Trapezius Muscle

CHAPTER 7 Sternocleidomastoid Muscle

CHAPTER 8 Masseter Muscle

CHAPTER 9 Temporalis Muscle

CHAPTER 10 Medial Pterygoid Muscle

• El objetivo de esta obra es poner al día los conocimientos actuales sobre el tema, revisar ampliamente los tratamientos propuestos y aportar nuestra experiencia personal y pautas de tratamiento en los mismos. El síndrome del dolor miofascial (S.D.M.) asociado a puntos gatillo es, en realidad, una disfunción neuromuscular con tendencia a la cronicidad.

Full Author: John F. Steege, MD, Professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Chief Division of Gynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, Deborah A. Metzger, PhD, MD, Director, Reproductive Medicine Institute of Connecticut, Hartford, CT, Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, Barbara Levy, MD, FACOG, FACS, Clinical Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA, Chief of Staff, St.