Reddit reviews TriggerPoint GRID Foam Roller with Free Online Instructional Videos, 2.0 (26-inch), Black
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Patented foam roller design offers a superior, multi-density exterior constructed over a rigid, hollow coreConstructed from quality materials that won't break down or lose shape from repeated useIncludes access to free online instructional video library on foam rolling best practices from the experts at TriggerPointTrusted foam roller of physical and massage therapists, coaches, trainers and athletesGRID 2.0: Standard density, 26 x 5.5 inches, 500 pound weight limit; 1 year manufacturer's warranty
This topic comes up a lot. The "high density" ones (what all foam rollers used to look like) are a piece of shit after you ever try something like the triggerpoint therapy ones. I've been using my 13" TP Grid for over 3 years and it seems like it will last forever. My brother also got the 5" one and that one is kinda lame, not really that great for my legs and upper back (my favorite things to use it on.) So I say go for the 13" one. If money is tight, go the PVC route and wrap an old yoga mat around it, but don't go for the cheaper/soft foam rollers just to save some money.
I don't know if these items will be on Black Friday sale, but I would get a Trigger Point Foam Roller,
Also maybe go to Home Depot, and get a long PVC pipe to help stretch the shoulders.
I'm more of a substance / chemical guy, so we're definitely going past my knowledge level; but, from an anecdotal standpoint - whenever I stop adderall, I seem to retain the TMJ as well. I assume this is due to an imbalance in the aforementioned substances. The only things that have helped is fixing my sleep, choline and magnesium. Otherwise, it's normal things that seem to bring it back, such as a sore back from awkward or painful sitting, stress, etc. But one thing I can say is, every single time I dose choline; like clockwork, within 30-60mins I feel a MASSIVE release in jaw/neck tension.
From other basic research I've done, a big culprit is daily stress and potentially a bed that doesn't fit your body type, which obviously plays a part in the sleep factor. Memory foam has done wonders for my body type, ~205lbs, broad, fit.
If you look up what the sternocleidomastoid is, it's a muscle on the side of your neck that runs from the shoulder to behind your ears - when my TMJ and tinnitus (ear ringing and high frequency noise sensitivity) are acting up, it is VERY noticeably stiff and knotted. Another thing that has helped me is foam rolling and stretching. Don't get a basic-foam roller, they are complete shite. I use the grid 2.0, 13 inch - I got it for $20 on an amazon "lightning deal": http://www.amazon.com/Trigger-Point-Performance-Revolutionary-Roller/dp/B006GUC9KC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421521198&sr=8-1&keywords=grid+2.0
Otherwise, some days are better/worse for no reason what-so-ever... I wish I knew more about this area as it seems to affect A LOT of people, including those who are close to me. But I hope I've been of, at least, some help. Cheers.