Blog by @MichaelRathleff Introduction by Tom Goom @TomGoom Originally posted on the Running Physio blog Plantar fasciitis can be a nuisance to treat and, to date, we’ve had little high quality evidence to guide us. Today s blog represents an exciting new direction in treating this stubborn condition.
To perform movement optimally we need joint centration. This requires proper joint positioning. Joint positioning is influenced by joint mobility and stability. Check out this article, by Dr Hans Lindgren, who explains it more Joint centration » Hans Lindgren DC. How we move isn’t always proper. These are known as faulty movement patterns. They may…
Supine lie The supine lie is often an exercise I use for those dealing with back pain. While in this position, you are to focus on relaxing. If this isn’t comfortable then another position may be needed. As you relax in this position focus on breaking from the belly. As you inhale you feel your…
When you are injured, the degree of pain you experience is not always proportional to the extent of the physical damage. Pain is a complex and multifaceted experience that involves far more variables than just tissue damage. Effective pain management requires understanding that the body—and more specifically, the brain—interprets the situation to determine how dangerous…
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2953333/ When discussing core training I often start my clients off with performing my Four for the Core exercises. These are great exercises in developing static holding endurance of the core muscle. They have also been cited as producing low spinal loads which makes them safer on the spine. What these exercises lack is movement…