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Understanding Herniated Discs: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’ve ever felt a sharp, shooting pain in your back or down your leg, chances are someone has mentioned the term “herniated disc.” As an athletic trainer, I’ve encountered...
Flick, Tap, and Stretch: Diagnosing and Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Diagnosing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most well-known conditions affecting the wrist and hand. It’s that frustrating, sometimes painful issue that...
Trigger Points in Trapezius: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Trigger Points in the Trapezius Muscle and How to Treat Them If you’ve ever felt that stubborn knot in your shoulder that just won’t quit, chances are you’ve encountered...
Tackling RSI Hand Injuries: Symptoms, Treatments, and Self-Help Tips
Why RSI Hand Injuries Are So Common Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are becoming increasingly common, especially in our modern world dominated by technology. Think about it: how often do you...
The Top 10 Specialist Modalities to Supercharge Your Manual Therapy Practice
As a manual therapist, you’ve likely built a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and movement. But in today’s competitive world, specializing in additional modalities can elevate your practice and help...
McKenzie Extensions: The Athletic Trainer’s Guide to Relief and Recovery
As an experienced athletic trainer, I’ve seen firsthand how McKenzie extensions can change the game for athletes and clients alike. These seemingly simple exercises often pack a punch when it...
Pickleball: The Fastest-Growing Sport and Its Impact on Health and Fitness
If someone had told me five years ago that a sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong would take over my weekends, I probably would have laughed. Yet, here...
Groin Adductor Injuries: From Understanding to Recovery
Understanding the Groin Adductor Muscles: A Comprehensive Guide The groin adductor muscles play a crucial role in movement, stability, and overall lower-body functionality. Understanding their anatomy, common injuries, and treatment...
The Unsung Heroes of Neck Stability: Deep Neck Flexors
In the intricate web of muscles that support the neck and head, the deep neck flexors often remain hidden gems, yet their role in maintaining optimal posture and neck...
Trigger Point Therapy - Serratus Posterior Inferior
Serratus Posterior Inferior is an often overlooked cause of lower back pain This muscle may be primarily a muscle of proprioception but it's important to remember that it also acts...
Sports Massage - How to treat Shin Splints?
Shin splints are especially common amongst runners and other athletes who have just returned after a break, or who are stepping up the intensity and duration of their training Shin...
Pelvic Pain and Levator Ani Syndrome Explained
Chronic Pelvic Pain and Trigger Points - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner If you have pelvic pain, chances are you have trigger points somewhere within or adjacent to your pelvic...
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