Trigger Points

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Original Editors -Sean Wauters

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Search Strategy

Keywords : Trigger points AND therapy AND/OR injection AND/OR exercise
Consulted databases : Pubmed, Pedro, Web of Knowledge

Definition/Description

Trigger points are swollen and hyperirritable spots located in a taut band of skeletal muscle. It is a small part of the muscle that contracts and not the entire muscle. They produce local pain and can often accompany chronic musculoskeletal disorders.

Clinically Relevant Anatomy

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Epidemiology /Etiology

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Characteristics/Clinical Presentation

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Differential Diagnosis

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Diagnostic Procedures

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Outcome Measures

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Examination

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Medical Management

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Physical Therapy Management

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Key Research

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Resources

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Clinical Bottom Line

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Recent Related Research (from Pubmed)

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