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Trigger Point Formation and Posture
Alexander Technique and Trigger Points Introduction We all know that posture is important. Whether we're sitting at a desk, standing in line, or working out at the gym, the way...
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...
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...
Unlocking Relief: The Role of the Quadratus Lumborum in Back Pain and How to Treat Trigger Points
The Quadratus Lumborum (QL) muscle is a key player in maintaining the stability and movement of the lower back and pelvis Despite its relatively small size, the QL muscle can...
Trigger Point Therapy - Erector Spinae
Treating Erector Spinae Trigger Points - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner M.D. Erector Spinae Muscle Over 30 million Americans experience lower back pain, and it is one of...
Understanding Trigger Points in the Thoracolumbar Region
The thoracolumbar region is a critical area of the body that plays a significant role in our overall posture and movement. This region encompasses the lower thoracic spine and the...
Common Back Pain - Disc Prolapse (Slipped/Ruptured/Herniated Disc)
A slipped disc (also known as a herniated, ruptured or prolapsed disc) results when the shock-absorbing pads or intervertebral discs split or rupture Discs are segments of connective tissue that...
Trigger Points and Lower Back Pain: Treatment Overview
Treating Trigger Points for Back Pain Lower Back Pain has reached epidemic proportions. Today we look at the part played by trigger points. It has been suggested that low...
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Quadratus Lumborum
Lower Back Pain (LBP) and especially chronic LBP is often associated with trigger points in the Quadratus Lumborum (QL) muscles. Quadratus lumborum (QL) is a muscle located in the lateral...
Stretching for Pain Relief - Quadratus Lumborum
What is the Quadratus Lumborum? In this article we will take a look at the Quadratus Lumborum and the most common injuries associated with it. We'll also look at some...
How to Stretch Quadratus Lumborum (QL)
Active Trigger Points in the QL are Often Associated with Back Pain The QL works together with the psoas for creating an anterior pelvic tilt. It also helps to stabilize...
Intercostal Muscles | Rib Pain | Back Pain | Chest Pain
Intercostal Muscles Massage for the Intercostal Muscles - Maureen Abson The intercostal muscles provide about 25% of the total force of breathing, and may help stabilize...
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