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Scapular Motion in Shoulder Injuries
April 25, 2011 – 8:37 am | No Comment
Scapular Motion in Shoulder Injuries

Those of you who have taken my Upper Body Sports Massage Course have heard me carry on about how incorrect scapular movement can lead to shoulder impingement.  Here is information on a study regarding just …

Living Fascia Video
November 12, 2010 – 6:28 am | No Comment
Living Fascia Video

Here is a great, informative video showing fascial connections within the body.

Medial Shin Splints
July 18, 2009 – 5:28 am | One Comment
Medial Shin Splints

Shin splints are a very common lower body injury.  In my years working as an athletic trainer, I have seen athletes from a wide variety of sports come in complaining of shin pain, including track, …

Orthopedic Surgery Techniques
April 17, 2009 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Orthopedic Surgery Techniques

A physical therapist I know showed me this fantastic resource for learning the details of common orthopedic surgeries.  I have found it very helpful to review the surgical procedures before I work on my post-operative …

Big Toe Extension and Hip Rotation
March 22, 2009 – 8:29 am | No Comment
Big Toe Extension and Hip Rotation

The next time you have client who walks with their feet pointed out (“duck footed”), check their ability to extend their big toe (great toe).
Here’s why:
During normal gait (walking) our body travels forward over our …