Anatomy of a Trigger Point
Describing a trigger point is impossible without attempting to interpret what it feels like. It's a bit like trying to explain laughter.
Allison Denney
Allison Denney is a certified massage therapist and certified YouTuber. You can find her massage tutorials at YouTube.com/RebelMassage. She is also passionate about creating products that are kind, simple, and productive for therapists to use in their practices. Her products, along with access to her blog and CE opportunities, can be found at rebelmassage.com.
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