Thursday, December 17, 2009

Increased Trapezius Pain Sensitivity Is Not Associated With Increased Tissue Hardness

This study confirms clinical findings with heterogeniosity in pain sensitivity and hardness across the upper trapezius muscle. Developments of new techniques that objectively can identify tender points are important, but thus far, manual palpation is best clinical practice.

The Journal of Pain, 12/17/09

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