Description
As the most recognized authorities on myofascial pain and trigger points, the original two volume sets by Dr. Janet Travell and Dr. David Simons set the standard on this subject matter for many years. Now with its new edition, and with inclusion o the latest research and best practices associated with trigger points, this comprehensive text can be seen as the new bible in the field. It also includes updates to the iconic pain point images that set the standard and are used in therapy practices throughout.
Joseph M. Donnelly PT DHS is the lead editor for this new edition and he is both educator and physical therapy practitioner and he used an evidence-based approach into this critical text. For those who are familiar with the older versions, this new edition also consolidates information to create a more intuitive user experience and features a completely new full color design to bring concepts to life.
This is one of these books that we recommend for anyone in the field who is serious about his/her profession. If this is you, then you should not miss out on it, since it will give a deep understanding of myofascial pain and treatment methods with case studies, Learning Objectives, Questions & Answers.
Updated research from all around the world on the subject matter with current and evidence-based treatment methods prepares the professional for a practice with sound knowledge.
Recommended with the book are the Trigger Point Charts. These are wall charts which help to refer to the Trigger Point Pain Patterns which are demonstrated in Travell’s book. These charts are also available as Trigger Point Flip Charts.
Elisabeth –
The Travell & Simons books are still the best even though it has been a while when they were originally published. These books helped definitely in many circumstances to find out the connection of pain patterns and origins. I recommend these books to anyone in the field of massage therapy, physical therapy, nurse, occupational field.