In my 18yrs of practice, I’ve gained the perspective and feel that it is important for the manual therapist to have knowledge of the broad range of injuries that occur to the wrist and leg, to be familiar with appropriate treatment, conservative management, and to refer out when appropriate. This article will focus on the distinct, immediate and … [Read more...]
Development and morphogenesis of human wrist joint
Development and morphogenesis of human wrist joint during embryonic and early fetal period. Hita-Contreras F, Martínez-Amat A, Ortiz R, Caba O, Alvarez P, Prados JC, Lomas-Vega R, Aránega A, Sánchez-Montesinos I, Mérida-Velasco JA. Source Human Anatomy and Embryology, Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Campus Las Lagunillas, … [Read more...]
The SternoManubrioMediastinalCostoClavicular Complex
My main goal for writing this article is to bring to your awareness to a complex that I feel has great influence on the body, is not easily understood and often either not treated at all or miss treated. I also hope to stimulate you to think outside your comfort zone of techniques, from what you are currently utilizing. Dysfunctions of this … [Read more...]
Mechanoreceptors, Ligamento-muscular Reflex and Their Impacts on Your Patient and Your Treatments!
My main goal for writing this article is to bring to your awareness the mechanoreceptors and ligamento-muscular reflex present within the body. I also hope to stimulate you to think outside your comfort zone of techniques, from what you are currently utilizing, to consider combining your techniques with other therapists working as a patient … [Read more...]
What happens behind the sternum?
Have you ever sat and wondered what happens behind that big bone in the front your chest? In a previous article, I briefly touched on the Thorax and its various articulations, common complaints in the area and some beginner assessment suggestions. This article is a brief discussion on the sternum and its interrelations/connections with the … [Read more...]