The femoral nerve is one of the largest neural structures in the leg. Its branches supply sensation to the upper thigh and control the quadriceps muscle, which is responsible for straightening the knee. Femoral nerve impingement can produce various symptoms. Numbness, tingling and shooting pain into the leg (and sometimes into the groin area) is common.
The primary role of the iliolumbar ligaments is to prevent excessive lumbar sidebending, but these ligaments can contribute to sciatic nerve entrapment when injured. A
The three scalene groups derive their name from the Greek word skalenos meaning “uneven.” Although anatomists depict the scalenes as individual muscles, most touch therapists are aware of how they work together as a functional unit during neck sidebending and rotation
https://vimeo.com/208719835 From Treating Trapped Nerves course While performing the sidelying quad stretch shown in this week’s MAT video, the client reported radiating thigh pain as
Median nerve entrapment syndrome by Erik Dalton, Ph.D. Artists, bodyworkers, computer programmers, and writers are among those who suffer from overuse syndromes such as carpal
The Masters Golf Tournament certainly proved to be an entertaining event this year as Tiger Woods did the unthinkable and pulled off his first Masters victory since 2005 (Fig.
https://vimeo.com/282334073 This contrast between PNE and manual therapy has seemingly polarized followers from each approach with one group viewing PNE as a ‘hands-off’ approach and
A Case Study Luke was referred by his personal trainer for neck mobility issues resulting from a direct blow to his left shoulder during football
https://vimeo.com/208528305Peroneal Nerve Mobilization By Erik Dalton Muscle spasm is the brain’s way of applying the brakes to slow us down. Tightness is one way the
https://vimeo.com/383834380%20 From Essential MAT Assessments course Image 1. See how the amazing tennis star Serena Williams’ right arm has adapted to being right hand dominant
