Acute hip pain: Neuromuscular Therapy thinking


Acute pain, Buttock pain, Hip pain, Low back pain, Muscle information, Neuromuscular therapy

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 […]

April 30, 2009

Foot pain with tight calves: Treatment


Foot pain, Leg pain, Muscle information, Neuromuscular therapy, Stretching (Active Isolated method)

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 […]

April 27, 2009

Arm and hand pain: A Neuromuscular Therapy point of view


Arm pain, Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), Chronic pain, Hand pain, Neuromuscular therapy, Repetitive strain injury (RSI)

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. […]

March 17, 2009