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Self-massage The Safer Alternative To Massage Therapy Amid The Coronavirus Pandemic

Coronavirus And How It Changes Massage Therapy The coronavirus (COVID-19) is a reality and something to prepared for especially when getting massage therapy or chiropractic services. Everyone will need to do their part to make lifestyle changes during the coronavirus pandemic. Does this mean you have to give up professional massage therapy? The answer is, …

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Release Trigger Points in the Supraspinatus

By Paul Pudhnum

The supraspinatus is located above the spine of the scapula and runs from the shoulder blade to the humerus (see Figure). It sits below the trapezius muscle (not shown). The function of the supraspinatus is to lift the arm and hold the shoulder joint together (along with other muscles). There are typically two trigger points in …

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Remove Sternocleidomastoid Trigger Points

By Paul Pudhnum

The above video is about releasing sternoceidomastoid (SCM) trigger points in your neck. The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) is a large muscle that lies in front and to the side of the neck (see Figure). It attaches to the sternum (sterno-) and the clavicle (-cleido-) just below the bony bump underneath your earlobe (-mastoid). The function of …

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Treat Neck Problems by Releasing Scalene Muscle Trigger Points

By Paul Pudhnum

The above video is about releasing trigger points in your scalene muscles of the neck. There are three scalene muscles on each side of your neck: an anterior, a middle, and a posterior scalene muscle (see Figure). They attach from the cervical spine down to the first and second ribs. They work to bend the …

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Levator Scapulae Muscle Trigger Points Release

By Paul Pudhnum

The above video is about releasing trigger points in your levator scapulae muscle. Skip to sections for: 0:28 – Function of the levator scapulae 1:33 – Location of trigger points 2:41 – Type I release 2:44 – Hand placement on TP BuddieRx 5:20 – Stretch The levator scapulae muscle is a very common place to …

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Release Tight Upper Trapezius Muscles

By Paul Pudhnum

Releasing Trigger Points In Your Upper Trapezius The trapezius muscle is a very common place to get trigger points, so everybody has problems here at one time or another. If you work at a desk, use a backpack, carry a handbag, or do exercises lifting your arms over your head, you may get issues in …

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TP BuddieRx For Muscle Recovery and Performance

By Paul Pudhnum

Meet the TP BuddieRx: The Self-massage and Trigger Point Tool For thousands of years, massage has been recognized as a way to treat muscle pain. The earliest massage techniques involved applying pressure to affected areas with hands, fingers, elbows, forearms, and even feet and knees. The TP BuddieRx massage stick has been specially designed to …

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What Is Trigger Point Therapy?

By Paul Pudhnum

You might have heard the words trigger point therapy thrown around in conversation after a 5K marathon run or cross-fit session, but what is it… Here’s what you need to know about it and if it can help you. What Is Trigger Point Therapy? A trigger point resides within muscle fibers and is named as such because …

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What Is A Muscle Knot?

By Paul Pudhnum

What are Muscle Knots? Think only serious athletes have to deal with muscle knots, then think again. Muscle knots, also termed myofascial trigger points feel almost like hard lumps or a ball of muscle. These ‘knots’ are a state of pre-injury because they are tender to the touch. They can restrict movement, block blood circulation, …

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Starting With Trigger Point Products: Which One For Muscle Recovery and Pain

By Paul Pudhnum

Painful and sore muscles can really take a toll on your body and it’s not surprising that all types and styles of self massage tools have sprung up. Whether it’s your back, neck, legs, or feet that need most attention, there’s a self massage product that can help your body recover quickly. Adding a daily routine of …

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