This revolutionary new text presents an innovative treatment approach designed to restore normal function and to reduce pain for the most common musculoskeletal pain conditions that you will confront in practice.  Based on the myofascial pain management principles established by Drs. Travell and Simons, this practical resource takes the application of myofascial pain principles to a new and higher level by addressing regional muscle groups and articular dysfunction and offering treatment solutions developed by experts from a wide variety of disciplines. The result-practical, problem-solving approaches that can help you become more effective in recognizing conditions, developing treatment regimens that reduce the length of treatment, and suggesting patient activities that encourage the recovery process.