Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
Volume 10, Issue 1 , Pages 3-9 , January 2006

The immediate effect of ischemic compression technique and transverse friction massage on tenderness of active and latent myofascial trigger points: a pilot study

Received 17 March 2005 ,Revised 9 May 2005 ,Accepted 11 May 2005.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2005.05.003

Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
Volume 10, Issue 1 , Pages 3-9 , January 2006

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