Posters, Wall Charts, Flip Charts

[offilla]

I'm ready to order a few reference/display items for my office. I've tried searching here for recommendations, but haven't found a good thread on the topic, so I thought I'd start one.

I'm looking for help in choosing between the following, especially the trigger point charts/flip charts.

Muscle charts:

• Muscles in Motion - http://digitpress.qcommerce.com/ (exceptionally nice, great size at 38" tall, but pricey at $35 laminated)
  
  
  
  Human Musculature - http://www.a3bs.com/shop/u.s.a./human-musculature-vr1118l,p_65_46_0_0_2564_searchresult_true.html (very nice with dynamic poses, but smallish at 26" tall, better than most other muscle charts and reasonable at $16.95 laminated ... but I wish one of the figures were female)
  
  

Skeletal charts:

• Osteography Chart - http://digitpress.qcommerce.com/ (exceptionally nice, great size at 38" tall, but pricey at $35 laminated)
  
  
  
  Human Skeleton - http://www.a3bs.com/shop/u.s.a./the-human-skeleton-vr1113l,p_16_144_17_0_2561_searchresult_true.html (nicely done, but smallish at 26" tall, and reasonable at $16.95 laminated)
  
  

Trigger point charts:

• Set of Trigger Point Charts (2) - http://www.a3bs.com/shop/u.s.a./set-of-trigger-point-charts-w99990,p_5_754_755_759_10091_searchresult_true.html (a bit candy-colored to my eye, can't see a closeup so I don't know how they really look, nice size at 43" tall, perhaps reasonable at $55 laminated)
  
  
  
  Trigger Points Giant Chart - http://anatomical.com/product.asp?pn=9780781782128 (really huge at over 5' tall, looks like nice illustrations, printed on flexible plastic and perhaps reasonable at $59.95)
  
  
  
  Trigger Point Chart Set: Torso & Extremities 2nd Edition - http://anatomical.com/product.asp?pn=9780781773065 (looks like the big one split into two smaller charts, kinda small at 26" high, but more reasonable at $35.90 laminated)
  
  
  
  Travell and Simon’s Trigger Point Flip Charts - http://anatomical.com/product.asp?pn=9780683180084 (can't examine them online, but at 24 pages it seems like it could be good and thorough, not sure if they're reasonable or pricey at $76.95)
  
  
  
  Trigger Points: Understanding Myofascial Pain and Discomfort 2nd Edition - http://anatomical.com/product.asp?pn=9781587799594 (can't examine them online, but they're 9 pages, markable [great!] and includes exercises, perhaps more reasonable at $36.95)
  
  

Also, anyone got this?: Illustrated Pocket Anatomy - Muscular and Skeletal Systems Study Guide 2nd Edition - http://anatomical.com/product.asp?pn=9780781776783 (folding brochure-style pocket study guide, markable, seems to be 6 panels per side detailing muscles and skeletal structures, pretty inexpensive at $9.95 and handy for out-call clients)

I will probably get the cheaper muscle/skeletal charts and save the more expensive ones for when I have more cash. It's the trigger point charts I need the most help with. Has anyone seen more than one of the ones I have listed? I really don't know how to choose. Any input would be appreciated. If you know of others I should consider, please post them here!

Thanks,
Marlene

 

[Nikki33]

Lots of views but no responses. But that's okay! I ordered the less expensive muscle chart: "The Human Musculature" (saving the skeleton for another day) as well as the cheaper "Trigger Point Chart Set: Torso & Extremities 2nd Edition," since they matched the muscle chart better in style, plus they were the same height too. Bailed on everything else.

 

[karim120292]

I like the more artistic looking ones... Muscles in Motion & Osteography.
I also like the trigger point flip charts. You can bring them out when needed to educate, but not clutter up the walls.

Darren

 

[Pinkerbell11]

Lots of views but no responses. But that's okay! I ordered the less expensive muscle chart: "The Human Musculature" (saving the skeleton for another day) as well as the cheaper "Trigger Point Chart Set: Torso & Extremities 2nd Edition," since they matched the muscle chart better in style, plus they were the same height too. Bailed on everything else.

You ordered the charts I would recommend, and which I prefer myself. The skeleton chart is nice to have, but not always helpful. I'd like to see a similar chart that shows more of the ligaments and closeup cross-sections of various joints with connective tissues.

The Travell and Simons Trigger Point flip charts are okay if you just want something portable to show people, but I was not impressed with the design and they are useless for reference during a session. Very overpriced, IMO. The other flip charts would probably be a better value, but I'd prefer to see some of the pages before ordering.

 

[m.i.s.s.]

I would suggest this handbook that is small and covers all the major muscles for massage, origin, insertions and action at affordable price. the book uses illustration reference from Travell and Simons trigger point manual. he also have a handbook for clinical pathology too. these would be really useful for serious therapist using it as reference to show clients and refer to as they are highly organize and small. definitely better than flashcards of muscles for study too since these are larger and organize into body area. way better than them large posters as these are more detail and clear as well as letting you know origin, insertion and action which you can show client. best handbook I found on muscles for massage so far.

http://www.simran.com/muscles.html

this is probably what you want JasonE. a portable handbook reference for your career. great investment at affordable price

 

[Asche]

Just ran across this link for charts that may be helpful from Kent Health Systems. http://www.kenthealth.com/products/trigger-point-charts.html

 

[pippy:D]

Just ran across this link for charts that may be helpful from Kent Health Systems. http://www.kenthealth.com/products/trigger-point-charts.html

Wow- those are *nice*! I better not show hubby- he'll want to get one!

 

[mgm]

muscle charts

WOW
I know this post is over a year old... but thank you
I had been looking for these particular charts for months.
I had purchased them for a clinic I worked in in the Cayman's years ago... and now that I'm all set up at my own clinic back in Canada I perferrred the slightly artistic charts to those that all look the same.
Thanks for the link... the order is being processed as we speak
Have a great one :grin:
KAT

 

[Jonty]

SALE!

The Anatomical Chart Company is having a sale, up to 30% off. Sale prices end at midnight, May 24, 2009.
http://anatomical.com/category.asp?c=38

(Thanks pueppi: I'd love the Kent Trigger Point Charts, but they're too pricey for me right now. )

 

[ladykenmax]

Posters, Wall Charts, Flip Charts

What about decorating with general massage posters instead of anatomical posters? Posters like these:

http://www.ebodylogic.com/poandbust.html