Johnson, J: Soft Tissue and Trigger Point Release

Active-Assisted STR
Calf
Foot
Hamstrings
Iliacus
Tibialis Anterior
Fibularis (Peroneals)
Gluteals
Quadriceps
Iliotibial Band (ITB)
Upper Trapezius
Scalenes
Levator Scapulae
Erector Spinae (Spinalis)
Pectorals
Wrist and Finger Extensors
Wrist and Finger Flexors
Infraspinatus
Biceps Brachii
Triceps
Safety Guidelines for Active-Assisted STR
When Is Active-Assisted STR Indicated?
Using Active-Assisted STR to Treat Trigger Points
How to Become Proficient in the Use of Active-Assisted STR
Quick Questions

Chapter 5. Active Soft Tissue Release
Introduction to Active Soft Tissue Release
How to Perform Active STR
The Direction of Locks
How to Focus the Stretch to One Area
The Direction of Pressure
Taking Up Slack in the Skin
Incorporating Active-Assisted STR With Oil Massage
Active STR as Part of a Home Care Programme
Key Holds, Moves and Stances for Active STR
Foot
Hamstrings
Quadriceps
Calf
Gluteals
Wrist and Finger Extensors.
Wrist and Finger Flexors.
Biceps Brachii.
Triceps.
Trapezius
Scalenes
Rhomboids
Pectorals
Safety Guidelines for Active STR
When Is Active STR Indicated?
Using Active STR to Treat Trigger Points
How to Become Proficient in the Use of Active STR
Quick Questions

Part III. Applying Soft Tissue Release

Chapter 6. Soft Tissue Release for the Trunk
Rhomboids
Trigger Points in Rhomboids
Passive STR for Rhomboids: Prone
Passive STR for Rhomboids: Seated
Active STR for Rhomboids: Standing
Pectoralis Major and Minor
Trigger Points in Pectorals
Passive STR for Pectoralis Major: Supine
Active-Assisted STR for Pectoralis Major: Supine
Active STR for Pectorals: Seated or Standing
Levator Scapulae
Trigger Points in Levator Scapulae
Active-Assisted STR for Levator Scapulae: Seated
Upper Trapezius
Trigger Points in Upper Trapezius
Active-Assisted STR for Upper Trapezius: Seated
Active-Assisted STR for Upper Trapezius: Supine
Active STR for Upper Trapezius: Seated or Standing
Active STR for Upper Trapezius: Supine
Erector Spinae (Upper)
Trigger Points in Semispinalis Capitis
Active-Assisted STR for Erector Spinae: Seated
Scalenes
Trigger Points in Scalenes
Active-Assisted STR for Scalenes: Seated
Active-Assisted STR for Scalenes: Supine
Active STR for Scalenes: Seated
Quick Questions

Chapter 7. Soft Tissue Release for the Lower Limbs
Hamstrings
Trigger Points in Hamstrings
Passive STR for Hamstrings: Prone
Active-Assisted STR for Hamstrings: Prone
Active STR for Hamstrings: Supine
Active STR for Hamstrings: Seated
Calf
Trigger Points in the Calf
Passive STR for the Calf Using Thumbs: Prone
Passive STR for the Calf Using Fists: Prone
Passive STR for the Calf Using Fists to Glide: Prone With Knee Extension
Passive STR for the Calf Using Forearms to Glide: Prone With Knee Flexion
Active-Assisted STR for the Calf Using the Elbow: Prone
Active-Assisted STR for the Calf Using Grip Lock: Prone
Active STR for the Calf: Supine
Foot
Trigger Points in the Foot
Active-Assisted STR for the Foot Using a Tool: Prone and Supine
Active STR for the Foot: Seated
Quadriceps
Trigger Points in Quadriceps
Active-Assisted STR for Quadriceps: Seated
Active STR for Quadriceps With a Tennis Ball
Tibialis anterior
Trigger Points in Tibialis Anterior
Active-Assisted STR for Tibialis Anterior: Side Lying
Active-Assisted STR for Tibialis Anterior: Gliding in Prone
Peroneals (Fibulari)
Trigger Points in Peroneals (Fibulari)
Active-Assisted STR for Peroneals (Fibulari): Side Lying
Gluteals
Trigger Points in Gluteals
Passive STR for Gluteals: Prone
Active-Assisted STR for Gluteals: Side Lying
Active STR for Gluteals: Standing
Iliotibial band (ITB)/Vastus Lateralis
Trigger Points in Vastus Lateralis
Active-Assisted STR for Vastus Lateralis: Side Lying
Iliacus
Trigger Points in Iliacus
Active-Assisted STR for Iliacus: Side Lying
Quick Questions

Chapter 8. Soft Tissue Release for the Upper Limbs
Triceps
Trigger Points in Triceps
Passive STR for Triceps: Prone, Grip Lock
Active-Assisted STR for Triceps: Prone, Thumb Lock
Active STR for Triceps: Seated or Standing
Biceps Brachii
Trigger Points in Biceps Brachii
Passive STR for Biceps Brachii: Supine
Passive STR for Biceps Brachii: Supine, Gliding
Active-Assisted STR for Biceps Brachii: Supine
Active STR for Biceps Brachii: Seated or Standing
Shoulder Adductors
Trigger Points in Shoulder Adductors
Passive STR for Shoulder Adductors: Prone
Passive STR for Shoulder Adductors: Side Lying
Infraspinatus
Trigger Points in Infraspinatus
Active-Assisted STR for Infraspinatus: Prone
Wrist and Finger Extensors
Trigger Points in Wrist and Finger Extensors
Passive STR for Wrist and Finger Extensors: Supine
Passive STR for Wrist and Finger Extensors: Prone, Gliding
Active-Assisted STR for Wrist and Finger Extensors: Supine
Active-Assisted STR for Wrist and Finger Extensors: Seated
Active-Assisted STR for Wrist and Finger Extensors: Gliding
Active STR for Wrist and Finger Extensors: Seated or Standing
Active STR for Wrist and Finger Extensors: Gliding, Using a Roller
Wrist and Finger Flexors
Trigger Points in Wrist and Finger Flexors
Passive STR for Wrist and Finger Flexors: Supine
Active-Assisted STR for Wrist and Finger Flexors: Supine
Active STR for Wrist and Finger Flexors: Seated or Standing
Quick Questions

Part IV. Soft Tissue Release Programmes

Chapter 9. Creating a Soft Tissue Release Programme
Initial Questions
Client's Medical History
Using a Body Map
Measuring Subjective Sensations
Postural Assessment
Range of Motion and Other Special Tests
Programme for Treatment
Case Studies
Client A: Pain and Stiffness in Knee Following Total Knee Replacement
Client B: Tight Calves and Hamstrings
Client C: Neck and Bilateral Posterior Shoulder Pain
Client D: Pain in Left Upper Limb
Closing Remarks
Quick Questions

Answers to Quick Questions
References
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