As a Neuromuscular Therapist, how do I think about acute hip pain, particularly in the case of Addison G.. In acute pain cases, I have to determine quickly where the pain is originating. Since Addison was sure this was not a back problem or bursitis or joint disease, the most logical source was a gluteus medius Trigger Point which refers […]
In the case of Addison G., treatment for acute hip pain was as follows: The culprit was the gluteus medius as I had suspected, but other muscles were involved. All were treated with Neuromuscular Therapy techniques in my greater Boston clinic. The gluteus medius radiated hot pain all around one specific Trigger Point site. It’s […]
Neuromuscular Therapy treatment for foot pain involves releasing the tension and Trigger Points in the calf muscles and then keeping them stretched to prevent shortening. Flushing comes first to clear accumulated wastes that cause pain from the calf and increase blood flow to bring nutrients, oxygen and healing cells to the muscles. Compression of the muscle […]
Computer users, chefs, musicians and people who work with their hands are often diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) when the injury is more likely Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI). Overuse without proper self-care makes them victims of a chronic debilitating injury that can be hard to treat if it isn’t caught and properly treated early. […]