Abstract: A method for performing trigger point therapy using a massage device having a spherical ball with an array of pliable nodes that project axially from the surface of the ball. The massage device can be manipulated by the user or a second person. Effective manipulation to the user's back and neck are achieved when the user places the device between himself and a rigid surface and rolls the ball at a trigger point location.

Abstract: A method for performing trigger point therapy using a massage device having a spherical ball with an array of pliable nodes that project axially from the surface of the ball. The massage device can be manipulated by the user or a second person. Effective manipulation to the user's back and neck are achieved when the user places the device between himself and a rigid surface and rolls the ball at a trigger point location.

Abstract: The Healthy Body Ball is a multifunction device to aid trigger-point therapy. It is a spherical ball-shaped device with an array of pliable, radius-end nodes that project in an axial manner outward from the exterior surface of the ball. It can be manipulated by hand of the user or second person administrator. Effective manipulation to the user's back and neck are achieved with the device placed on a floor surface. The user applies supine body pressure on the device to roll it to an affected trigger-point location. The Healthy Body Ball, is a totally portable device, that can be self-administered or second-person administered to locate and reduce irritated trigger-points.