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Travell and Simons' Trigger Point Flip Charts

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The trigger point spiral bound charts have the same diagrams of trigger points and referred pain patterns as the Travell & Simons 2 volume set, Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction: The Trigger Point Manual -- Volumes 1 and 2. They are grouped by major body sections for quick review and have references to the more detailed information in the manuals for ease in looking up additional information. They can be set up in an examination/treatment room to use for explanations to a client or for quick reference by the practioner. No need to fumble through pages of the manuals to find trigger points or referred pain locations, just turn to the chart page for the specific section of the body that the pain is located in and there is the necessary information. Because of their portability these are a great reference for therapists who travel off sight or instructors teaching in assorted locations. An excellent compliment to the 2 volume set.

On the upside: good visual tool! It has enlightened me on the location of certain trigger points of the lower extremities.
On the downside-
I have to carry it around and that chart is just to bulky for travel. It would be just as good if it were an 8x11.
I usually like visuals but this chart lacks condensed info on what you're looking at. The same directions on how to read the chart appear on each page over and over. I would have liked to see some clues and tips instead.
All in all, had I known better, I would saved my money to put toward the books because the chart is rather expensive for just the drawings.

This is a wonderful resourse that can be used by anyone in the massage profession. It is valuable not only for the therapist but also for the client. Wonderful referances and great layout.

This flip chart is very easy to use for a quick reference when time is a factor. I keep it where it can be accessed during the day for treatment in the out-patient therapy office.

I used these charts as a good reference for some preparation for the National Certification exam for Massage and Bodywork. I also used Tortora's Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, and Leonardi's Ultimate Study Guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: Vol 1, isbn: 0971999643
Vol 2 isbn: 0971999651
Vol 3 isbn: 097199966x
The trigger point charts are needed because they do ask questions on this. Tortora's book is needed because it gives you the complete knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Leonardi's study guides are needed because they show the type of questions to get ready for on the test. I'm glad I bought these five books.

Travell and Simons' Trigger Point Flip Charts
While the books by Travell and Simmons are great information, in everyday practice the flip-charts are a must.

As a theraputic massage therapist this flip chart comes in handy. I recommend it to any one that does theraputic massage.

I had used a similar flip chart while in university and found it a great educational aid for my patients. No one seemed to know where to get one so I went looking online. It is bigger than the one I used but in this case, bigger is bigger; especially with the built in easel feature. It is sturdy and from working with the similar smaller version, it will stand up to repeated use.

The charts are extremely well done. They have a collapsible tripod base for easy reference as you work your trigger points. Although the price seemed a little steep, it was worth every penny. The charts are somewhat waterproofed, seemingly covered with a thin plastic coating-able to withstand splashes and be wiped clean...not able to withstand being soaked in water. I highly recommend them. They should not, however, be used as an alternative to a professional massage therapist or chiropractor.

absolutely essential for any practicing therapist, an exallent addition to the 'bible' Myofasial Pain and Dysfunction: the Trigger point Manual. highly recommend.