International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
Volume 9, Issue 1 , Page 33 , March 2006

The effect of manual pressure release on myofascial trigger points in the upper trapezius muscle

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doi: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2006.01.011

International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
Volume 9, Issue 1 , Page 33 , March 2006