Your selftreatment guide for pain relief by clair davies. This book is a valuable contribution to the field of selfapplied therapeutic bodywork. Your selftreatment guide for pain relief by clair davies and amber davies 20, paperback, revised at the best online prices at ebay. Now this renowned bodywork expert and educator revisits the subject of frozen shoulder with the frozen shoulder workbook, offering the. Aug 15, 2004 now deceased, clair davies, nctmb nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork, specialized in trigger point massage for the treatment of pain. When my father, clair davies, set out to write the trigger point therapy workbook, he had a simple goal, to bring the work of janet travell, md, and david simons, md, to regular people just like him. The author creates a highly effective form of pain therapy that anyone can learn. In this revised edition of his bestselling book, the trigger point therapy workbook, clair davies, a certified massage therapist and expert in trigger point therapy, outlines a very userfriendly and completely uptodate method of selfmassage that people can employ as a means of reducing and eliminating their pain. Each body region contains musclebymuscle descriptions of trigger. This new edition was published by new harbinger publications in 20. Your self treatment guide for pain relief 9781572243750 by davies, clair and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Aug 01, 2004 the first edition of this workbook is regarded as a classic in its field, and was the first book to introduce trigger point therapy to the general public as a selfcare tool for alleviating chronic pain caused by a variety of conditions, including arthritis, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, headache, muscle ache, and repetitive strain injuries. Your self treatment guide for pain relief a new harbinger self help workbook 9781608824946 by davies nctmb, clair. Your selftreatment guide for pain relief, edition 3 ebook written by clair davies, amber davies.
Make sure you are working the right trigger points. It is pretty inspirational that he was able to figure out travell and simons book and put it into concepts for the lay person and for the professional massage therapist. Apr 01, 2001 this is the only selfhelp book designed to help the layperson to treat themselves for painful trigger points with massage. Your selftreatment guide for pain relief a new harbinger selfhelp workbook 9781608824946 by davies nctmb, clair. The book then goes on to detail the basics of trigger point science and methods of selftreatment. Your selftreatment guide for pain relief as want to read.
Your selftreatment guide for pain relief, and the frozen shoulder workbook. Trigger point therapy workbook by clair davies waterstones. Included in the books is useful, everyday advice on what actions or positions to avoid so you dont reactivate the trigger point and thus the pain cycle. Dec 31, 2006 dear davies family, i wrote in your guest book for clair back in march, 2011. This workbooks userfriendly design, with over 200 illustrations, first helps readers locate trigger points, then provides the exact massage technique for that area.
I also recommend sharon sauer and mary biancalanas book on selftreatment for lower back pain. Powerful techniques to relieve shoulder pain and stiffness author clair davies own case of frozen shoulder led him to undertake an extensive study of trigger points and referred pain that eventually resulted in his bestselling trigger point therapy workbook. Your self treatment for pain relief trigger point therapy workbook. Schertz, texas i learned more in two days than in three months doing practical massage in school. This book presents an easytouse inexpensive, self treatment approach that you can use anytime, anywhere to fix your own pain. In this revised edition of his bestselling book, the trigger point therapy workbook, clair davies, a certified massage therapist and expert in trigger point therapy, outlines a very userfriendly and completely uptodate method of selfmassage that people can employ as a means of reducing. Please explore the our books section to read about trigger point selftreatment books written by amber davies and clair davies. Davies s interest in massage began when he successfully self treated a frozen shoulder with trigger point massage. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Clair davies, amber davies the trigger point therapy workbook. Trigger points are places in softtissues swollen due to lack of oxygen. Clair davies books list of books by author clair davies. However, when choosing to perform trigger point selftherapy there are some simple and universal precautions. See all books authored by clair davies, including the trigger point therapy workbook.
Trigger point therapy is one of the fastestgrowing and most effective pain therapies in the world. Trigger points can have an underlying cause, and reading a trigger point selfhelp book, although highly recommended, is a long way from preparing us to identify and treat these underlying causes. In addition, the website of the namtpt national association of myofascial trigger point therapists has a great free feature called the symptom checker. Dear davies family, i wrote in your guest book for clair back in march, 2011. This is the only selfhelp book designed to help the layperson to treat themselves for painful trigger points with massage. The trigger point therapy workbook, third edition, has made a huge impact among health professionals and the public alike, becoming an overnight classic in the field of pain relief. A popular book that promises too much and ignores recent science and controversies, which alienates many physicians and sets patients up for disappointment. As i mentioned above, the biggest key is persistence, but accuracy is important too.
Now deceased, clair davies, nctmb nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork, specialized in trigger point massage for the treatment of pain. A manual such as the trigger point therapy workbook by clair davies is an important tool in figuring this out. In this revised edition of his bestselling book, the trigger point therapy workbook, clair davies, a nationally certified massage therapist and expert in trigger point therapy, outlines a very userfriendly and completely up to date method of selfmassage that people can employ as a means of reducing and eliminating their pain. They have summarized and expanded upon the most important information that you need to know from myofascial pain and dysfunction. Medical doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, and massage therapists are all beginning to use this technique to relieve patients formerly undiagnosable muscle and joint pain, both conditions that studies have shown to be the cause of nearly 25 percent of all doctor visits. Amber completely revised the trigger point therapy workbook 3rd edition written by her father clair davies. We have figured out easy ways to selftreat nearly every muscle a professional massage therapist. I am writing again today because as time passes, i continue to use my trigger point manual and i.
Find us on facebook the trigger pointtherapy workbook your selftreatmentguide for pain relief get the 3rd edition now. Mar 03, 2019 trigger points can have an underlying cause, and reading a trigger point selfhelp book, although highly recommended, is a long way from preparing us to identify and treat these underlying causes. Trigger point therapy workbook 3rd edition the trigger. Clair davies made the material interesting with stories from his personal life and stories from others with trigger point issues. Find us on facebook the trigger pointtherapy workbook your self treatmentguide for pain relief get the 3rd edition now. Inspired by the experience, he began an intensive private study of trigger points and referred pain. Your selftreatment guide for pain relief a new harbinger selfhelp workbook paperback september 1, 20.
To learn more about all the specific trigger points and how to treat them i recommend the trigger point therapy workbook by clair davies. This edition includes a new chapter by the now deceased author, clair davies daughter, amber davies, who is passionate about continuing her fathers legacy. Your selftreatment guide for pain relief by clair davies, amber davies, lmt, david g simons, md foreword by online at alibris. Davies now deceased, clair davies, nctmb nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork, specialized in trigger point massage for the treatment of pain. The trigger point therapy workbook is a welcome and timely addition to the worlds of personal wellness, pain relief, and selfcare. Your self treatment guide for pain relief workbook series your self treatment guide for pain relief. This book also tells about causes of trigger points and. Pdf the trigger point therapy workbook download ebook.
A musthave for pain sufferers the trigger point therapy workbook by clair davies, nctmb and amber davis, cmtpt, lmt is a great trigger point manual telling you all you need to know about trigger points. Your selftreatment guide for pain relief clair davies. Clair davies obituary lexington, ky lexington heraldleader. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Start by marking the trigger point therapy workbook. The trigger point therapy workbook ebook by clair davies. I also recommend sharon sauer and mary biancalanas book on self treatment for lower back pain. Clair davies book starts by describing the authors personal journey as a person in pain who discovered the power of selfapplied trigger point therapy. The first edition of this workbook is regarded as a classic in its field, and was the first book to introduce trigger point therapy to the general public as a selfcare tool for alleviating chronic pain caused by a variety of conditions, including arthritis, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, headache, muscle ache, and repetitive strain injuries. Jun 06, 20 to learn more about all the specific trigger points and how to treat them i recommend the trigger point therapy workbook by clair davies. I am writing again today because as time passes, i continue to use my trigger point manual and i benefit greatly from. Amber davies is a certified myofascial trigger point therapist, ky licensed massage therapist, and owner of new day myopain center in louisville, kentucky. Daviess interest in massage began when he successfully selftreated a frozen shoulder with trigger point massage. Jan 02, 2015 the trigger point therapy workbook, third edition, has made a huge impact among health professionals and the public alike, becoming an overnight classic in the field of pain relief. Your selftreatment guide for pain relief a new harbinger selfhelp workbook 3 rev wkb by clair davies isbn. Trigger point massage is a proven treatment that relieves all types of softtissue pain, including repetitive strain injuries and fibromyalgia. Trigger point massage increases circulation and oxygenation in the area and often produces instant relief. Davies cmtpt lmt, amber and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
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