Jaw Triggerband The band in the head region that appears most often is the jaw triggerband. This triggerband runs from the TMJ anteriorly, or posteriorly along the mandible until it reaches the tip of the chin. Body Language...
Neck Triggerband The cervical triggerband routinely begins along the lateral edge of the C7, or T1 spinous process and terminates at the occiput. This pathway contributes to dysfunctions apparent in the flexion/extension range of motion. Body Language...
SCM Triggerband The SCM triggerband runs from the sternum to the mastoid. It frequently causes headaches and problems in the jaw. The SCM triggerband should be treated with the flat side of the thumb to ensure that the thumb does not slip. It would be especially...
“Star” Triggerband What is called a star triggerband is a collection of triggerbands in the region of the cervical spine and is quite common. After experiencing whiplash, daily computer use, or complaining of cervical spine tensions, patients frequently...
‘WS’ Triggerband (spinal/full length) For the lumbar triggerband start at the top of the SI joint. Stay to the side of the spinous processes, slide all of the way up through the lumbar spine, and finish around the middle of the thoracic spine. Body...
Spinal Triggerband The spinal triggerband is the longest triggerband that we treat. The entire course spans a length from S2-3 to the occiput. Body Language...
