The Role of Reciprocal Inhibition in Pain Syndromes
Posted by Steve Middleton, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES, CKTP The human body was designed for mobility, especially the musculoskeletal and myofascial systems. Yet, movement can often be a primary pain generator....
View ArticleThe Affect of Kinesio Tape (R) on Knee Extension in Healthy Females
Posted by Steve Middleton, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES, CKTP The purpose of this study was to determine examine the effects of Kinesio Tex tape (KT) on normal tissue. 20 female subjects were assigned to one of...
View ArticleAssessing the SI Joints
Posted by Steve Middleton, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES, CKTP Chronic low back pain affects a large percentage of the population. Yet, it is difficult to diagnose due to the variety of pain producing components:...
View ArticleUnderstanding the Psoas
Posted by Steve Middleton, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES, CKTP According to body workers, the psoas is an integral muscle in low back pain and posture. However, its function tends to be misunderstood. Most...
View ArticleThe Role of Fascia in Fibromyalgia
Posted by Steve Middleton, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES, CKTP Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by widespread pain and tenderness. Due to this, it tends to be a symptomatic based diagnosis. The rationale...
View ArticleThe Role of the Calcaneal/Achilles’ Tendon in Plantar Fasciitis
Posted by Steve Middleton, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES, CKTP The medial longitudinal arch of the foot is comprised of the first three metatarsals, three cuniforms, the navicular and the rear foot (talus and...
View ArticleThe Affect of Kinesiology Taping on Nerve Conduction Velocities
Posted by Steve Middleton, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES, CKTP Kinesio tape continues to be a growing treatment modality among therapists and sports professionals. It has been used to treat pain, swelling and...
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Helping Children Become Independent Using Breath in the Classroom
Last night in my Webinar with Donna Freeman from Yogainmyschool.com: Yoga for Children with ADHD, I talked about breathing techniques that work well with this population, and are easily incorporated...
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Is There an ACL Solution?
Our last four articles have focused on anterior cruciate ligament injuries. This increased focus over the last month mainly due to A.C.L., LLC’s deep desire to do something to dramatically impact...
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4 Keys to Signing with Young Children in Therapy
Posted by Jill Eversmann (upcoming workshops), Speech Language Pathologist, Sign Language Instructor. Owner, SPEECH SIGNS, LLC. 1) Start with signs that motivate the child. For young children, these...
View Article5 Ways to Enhance Balance and Prevent Falls with Tai Chi Principles:
By: Brian Trzaskos, PT, LMT, CSCS, CMP, MI-C 1) Keep your center of gravity within your base of support In Tai Chi, the center of gravity or “Dantien” acts as the central body around which all other...
View ArticleRichard’s Top Ten Tip’s to Being a Great Clinician!
By: Richard Hubler, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Be enthusiastic and encouraging. Demonstrate empathy (not sympathy) with your patients. Be confident and a good communicator. Know and/or review your muscles...
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