Tight hip flexor musculature causes excessive anterior tilt of the pelvis… hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine… hyperkyphosis of the thoracic spine… hypolordosis of the lower neck with hyperextension of the head at the atlanto-occipital joint… forward head carriage… tight posterior neck muscles… headache.
With the right information and professional advice, many people can reduce the risks and improve their quality of life.
Discover how prolonged eye strain contributes to neck pain, posture problems, and musculoskeletal disorders, and learn actionable ways to protect your whole-body health.
Strain transmission along myofascial meridians might explain referred pain and offer a rationale for the development of more body-wide holistic approaches.
Total body awareness isn’t just about muscles talking to each other. It’s about the eyes sending clear, reliable messages to the brain, which in turn tells the muscles what to do.
Massage therapy, cryotherapy, and acupuncture are great non-addictive ways to approach pain therapy for patients with a cancer diagnosis.
This article breaks down exactly why more labs are making the switch—and what it means for facilities prioritizing both precision and protection.
Traction can be beneficial for the client/patient with a pathologic disc because it opens up the intervertebral foramina of the spine.
Whether it’s a slick floor in a friend’s home, uneven pavement in a parking lot, or a poorly maintained walkway, these incidents can cause serious injuries and headaches.
Neural Plasticity explains how the nervous system learns and patterns our postures and movement patterns, as well as our memories and sensitivity to pain.
Muscle spasming of the neck occurs because of its role in neck movement and posture, as well as it role in upper extremity movement and posture.
Let’s explore a few of the main things that you need to be aware of when it comes to anatomy marketing so that you can develop effective strategies and attract students to your program.
Another reason for shoulder impingement syndrome to occur is insufficient elevation of the clavicle. Most of scapular upward rotation is actually caused by elevation of the clavicle at the sternoclavicular joint, so if clavicular elevation is prevented for any reason, shoulder impingement syndrome can occur.
Whether you or someone you care about is dealing with substance use, mental health challenges, or dual diagnosis, the path to healing starts with selecting a facility that aligns with specific needs, goals, and circumstances.
For scapular upward rotation to occur, scapular downward rotator musculature must lengthen. If scapular downward rotation muscles are tight, they might not be flexible enough to allow for scapular upward rotation, thereby causing shoulder impingement syndrome to occur.
This guide discusses functional equipment, arrangements, and rehabilitation routines that therapists can recommend for the effective and safe treatment of acute neck strain or cervical trauma in clients.
Shoulder impingement syndrome is a condition in which the distal tendon of the supraspinatus and the subacromial bursa become impinged between the head of the humerus and the acromion process of the scapula. Following are the six major causes of shoulder impingement syndrome.
The study published shows that even correcting for body mass index and age, osteoarthritis of the knee is twice as common now as it was before the 1950s.
Fitness experts looking for natural answers for inflammation, stress, and pain management have taken to CBD gummies for recuperation.
By stepping into roles traditionally dominated by other disciplines, nurses are asserting their rightful place in shaping the future of healthcare.
There are two major reasons why a massage therapist should consider working toward and earning a Continuing Education Certificate in Manual Therapy.
Degenerative joint disease (DJD) is also known as osteoarthritis (OA); when this condition occurs in the spine, it may also be called spondylosis.
Let’s unpack the science behind movement patterns and shows how intentional training can boost daily function, athletic results, and long-term health.
The most profound aspects of healthcare are rooted in the subtle art of human connection, where observation, empathy, and a deep understanding of the individual take precedence.
This study provides a concrete evidence for an extensive inflammatory profile in fibromyalgia patients. This dispels the myth that it is all psychogenic.
Early loading after a muscle strain injury is important because immobilization can swiftly and adversely affect muscle and tendon structure and function.
Aging doesn’t mean slowing down—it just means being smarter about how we move.
Barefoot running requires more intensive use of working memory because of the extra tactile and proprioceptive demands required for precise foot placement.
All it takes is adopting evidence-based approaches that include effective and risk-free pain management, guaranteed to provide long-term relief.
Piriformis syndrome is a condition in which the piriformis muscle compresses the sciatic nerve, causing symptoms of sciatica into the lower extremity.
