The relationship between latent (pain free) trigger points and depression
A study published in the journal Clinical Rheumatology found that in pain free healthy adults the more depressed they were the more... Read Article
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The sports and exercise guide to vibration massage
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Massage and trigger point therapy for low back pain, with self help options
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The scientifically proven effects of vibration massage- with clinical applications
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How to treat tennis elbow at home
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Trigger point therapy guide
(Myofascial) trigger points are an important cause of most musculoskeletal pain syndromes, plus have a host of other detrimental effects.... Read Article
The health benefits of massage
In this article we will discuss the health and wellness benefits of regular or wellness massages that have been scientifically... Read Article
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If you suffer from shoulder pain that won't go away you're not alone. Studies show that only 21% of sufferers are better after 6 months.... Read Article
Vibration massager usage guide
Hand held massagers have allowed us to have massages without the expense and appointments needed when using a professional therapist. ... Read Article
The guide to evidence based percussion massage (massage gun) usage
There are several reviews of trials of the use of vibrating massagers (including percussion massagers). These generally do a good job of... Read Article
What are misaligned vertebrae (subluxations)
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Massage for fibromyalgia- with self help advice
Massage has given excellent relief of fibromyalgia in clinical trials. However, because of fibromyalgia sufferers are very sensitive and... Read Article