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ANATOMYMuscles, movement and functional relationships
CONDITIONSCommon pain patterns, injuries and presentations
TECHNIQUESMassage, manual therapy and rehabilitation approaches
PRACTICEEvidence, professional development and self-care

Blogs and Articles

Quadratus Lumborum Trigger Points
10 Trigger Points Associated with Lower Back Pain
10 Trigger Points Associated with Lower Back Pain – What Every Therapist (and Sufferer) Should Know Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults, affecting people... Read more...
Piriformis Stretch for Trigger Point Release
Are You Suffering from Piriformis Trigger Points?
If you’ve ever felt an unexplained pain deep in your buttocks or a sharp, radiating ache down your leg, the culprit might be your piriformis muscle. Though small, this muscle... Read more...
Trigger Points in the Piriformis Muscle: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Trigger Points in the Piriformis Muscle: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Trigger points in the piriformis muscle are often an overlooked but significant cause of pain in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. These hyperirritable spots can create a host of... Read more...
Benefits of Stretching for Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome
Benefits of Stretching for Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome
Sciatic Pain - Dr. Elizabeth Wagner DPT demonstrates stretching exercises for the Piriformis and Gluteal muscles  A number of studies have shown the benefits of manual therapy and stretching for... Read more...
Piriformis Syndrome | Trigger Point Therapy
Piriformis Syndrome | Trigger Point Therapy
  Piriformis syndrome is a result of impingement of the sciatic nerve by the piriformis muscle Incorrect form or improper gait often leads to tightness and inflexibility in piriformis. The... Read more...
Empowering Women Through Pelvic Floor Health: A Comprehensive Guide
Empowering Women Through Pelvic Floor Health: A Comprehensive Guide
    Pelvic floor health is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of women's overall well-being A strong and well-functioning pelvic floor is essential for various bodily functions, such as... Read more...
Piriformis Syndrome | Finding Trigger Points
Piriformis Syndrome | Finding Trigger Points
Piriformis Stretch - See Instructions Below       Piriformis Muscle Trigger Points       Your Sciatica-type Pain Could Be Caused by Piriformis Syndrome     So called "Piriformis Syndrome" is... Read more...
Piriformis syndrome
Piriformis Syndrome - Trigger Point Release of the Piriformis
Piriformis Syndrome     Piriformis Syndrome Piriformis syndrome occurs when the sciatic nerve is compressed by the piriformis muscle.  It is a neuromuscular disorder which is relatively uncommon. It is... Read more...
Piriformis Syndrome | Sciatic Nerve | Self Help | Manual Therapy
Piriformis Syndrome | Sciatic Nerve | Self Help | Manual Therapy
Piriformis syndrome is a result of impingement of the sciatic nerve by the piriformis muscle Incorrect form or improper gait often leads to tightness and inflexibility in piriformis. The condition... Read more...
Stretching for Piriformis Syndrome
Stretching for Piriformis Syndrome
Piriformis Muscle          Your Sciatica-Type Pain Could Be Caused by Piriformis Syndrome     So called "Piriformis Syndrome" is a condition in which the piriformis muscle, located deep in the... Read more...
Treating Sciatic Pain - The Slump Test
Treating Sciatic Pain - The Slump Test
  Assessing Sciatic Pain - Stuart Hinds   Assessing Sciatic Nerve Pain - The Slump Test As a general rule, we apply the Slump test as a follow up to... Read more...
Treating Sciatic Pain - Pace Test
Treating Sciatic Pain - Pace Test
  Pace Test - Stuart Hinds   Piriformis Syndrome Sciatic pain comes in many forms and often involves a number of muscles. The Pace test (for Piriformis) is a good... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Sciatica Overview
Trigger Point Therapy - Sciatica Overview
Piriformis Syndrome - Stuart Hinds   Sciatica is not a diagnosis in itself, it is rather a symptom of an underlying problem Sciatica is an umbrella term given to any... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Piriformis Syndrome
Trigger Point Therapy - Piriformis Syndrome
  Treating Piriformis Trigger Points - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner   Ischemic Compression Technique Trigger Point Therapy Course   Piriformis syndrome is a result of impingement of the sciatic nerve by... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Piriformis
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Piriformis
 Stretching Piriformis following Trigger Point Treatment   Piriformis Syndrome is often associated with Trigger Points Trigger points in the priformis are often associated with pain in the lower back and... Read more...