Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
Volume 12, Issue 4 , Pages 371-384 , October 2008

Uncovering the biochemical milieu of myofascial trigger points using in vivo microdialysis: An application of muscle pain concepts to myofascial pain syndrome

Received 8 April 2008 ,Revised 27 May 2008 ,Accepted 3 June 2008.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2008.06.006

Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
Volume 12, Issue 4 , Pages 371-384 , October 2008

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