Crick in the Neck: From Pathology to Pain
May 4, 2021
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
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Graded Exposure Stretching Technique (GEST)
April 27, 2021
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
Addressing SI Joint Syndrome
April 6, 2021
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.
Femoral Nerve Entrapment
March 23, 2021
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.
Treating the TMJ
March 9, 2021
From Technique Tour course Treating the TMJ It’s not uncommon to be in the final stages of a history intake when the client casually states,
Suboccipital Triangle & Headaches
March 2, 2021
From Advanced Upper Body Course Fig. 1 – Transitional muscular forces from above and below attached to C2 – Courtesy Robert Acland The second cervical
Does Weak Posture Really Matter?
February 22, 2021
https://vimeo.com/401403833 Addressing Postural Plasticity by Erik Dalton In the early 1990s, I had the opportunity to study with legendary neurologist and physiotherapist Vladimir Janda, M.D. He
Deltoid Shear & Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy
February 15, 2021
Ideal shoulder girdle balance requires that some muscles act as stabilizers and others as mobilizers, depending on joint position and movement required for the particular
How Do Ligaments Cause Sciatica?
April 14, 2020
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 NEW “Essential MAT Assessments” Program
December 24, 2019
We are delighted to announce the release of the “Essential MAT Assessments” program. I hope you enjoy our newest course addition to the Freedom From
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