Addressing Femoroacetabular Extension Restrictions What’s the first thing that comes to mind when a client presents with low-back pain? Muscle spasm, nerve impingement, osteoarthritis, or
From Upper Body Course Tips to Treat Back Contractures and Spasms Manual therapists routinely use bones as levers to reduce tension and protective spasm in
From Art of MAT course A “crick in the neck” is a common complaint among clients seeking manual therapy. This informal umbrella term can refer
Congratulations to Taylor Gephart! Winner of the 2021 Indiana State University “Erik Dalton Scholarship Award.” Taylor is a senior at Indiana State University
We want to send a big thank you to all the wonderful therapists who came from as far away as the United Arab Emirates to
https://vimeo.com/227300309From Shoulder, Arm & Hand course Pec Minor Efficiency of movement, pain reduction and improved function are the desired outcomes of most types of manual
Image 1 When we digest food, naturally occurring bacteria in the gut emits various gases, including methane and hydrogen (Image 1). In an optimally functioning
https://vimeo.com/394990253 Clients with nonspecific low back pain may be experiencing mechanical wear and tear of the zygapophyseal joints, located in the posterior aspect of the
In the early 20th century, sacroiliac joint syndrome (SIJ) was the most common medical diagnosis for low back pain, which resulted in that period being labeled the “Era of the SI Joint.” Any pain emanating from the low back, buttock or adjacent leg usually was branded and treated as SIJ.
Perfect foot structure isn’t needed to walk comfortably, yet our clients do require good functional movement in several key joints to lessen wear and tear
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