Sensorimotor Training improves risk factor for ACL injury

September 17, 2012

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are often detrimental to an athlete’s season. Biomechanical analysis of the lower extremity suggests that cutting maneuvers increase the load on the ACL by increasing valgus and internal rotation forces when the knee is extended. While reconstructive surgery and rehab are often successful, it’s obvious that preventing ACL injuries through […]

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Book Review: Fascia. The tensional network of the human body

September 16, 2012

Fascia. The tensional network of the human body. Edited by Robert Schleip et al. Lead editor, Dr. Robert Schleip is a fascial researcher in Germany at Ulm University. Dr. Schleip and is co-editors Thomas Findley (USA), Leon Chaitow (UK), and Peter Huijing (Netherlands) have presented a very international and interdisciplinary flavor in their 2012 text. It […]

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Medically Supervised Exercise Program Significantly Improves Fitness and Mobility in Obesity Patients and Reduces Need for Bariatric Surgery

September 6, 2012

Obesity is a gateway disease that contributes to many medical problems including coronary heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and cancers, as well as mental disorders. In 2008, the overall medical care costs related to obesity in the US were $147 bi…

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More dates added for 2012 Janda Workshops

May 17, 2012

We’ve partnered with CIAO Seminars to provide 4 additional hands-on workshops for therapists, chiropractors, and physicians in 2012. Visit their website for more information on the Janda workshops. Find our complete 2012 workshop schedule here. Recently added: Pensacola, Florida : August 25-26 Boston, Mass : September 8-9 New York: October 12-13 Stevens Point, Wisconsin: November 3-4 […]

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Treating hamstring cramps: Functional or Structural Approach?

May 8, 2012

Imagine this case scenario: An elite triathlete is referred to your clinic for chronic hamstring cramps in his right leg. A traditional ‘structural’ approach would involve a stretching and strengthening program of the hamstrings. A more ‘functional’ approach would include an assessment of the entire lower kinetic chain, pelvis and trunk to look for biomechanical […]

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Groin strains related to hip muscle imbalance

May 2, 2012

                Fans of Dr. Janda’s work know it’s always important to evaluate more than just the area of pain, particularly the proximal segments of a more distal pathology. Recently, hip weakness was associated with anterior knee pain in several studies, as suggested by Janda. These proximal muscle imbalances are thought to lead to altered motor […]

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Can the scapula play a role in Thoracic Outlet Syndrome rehabilitation?

April 23, 2012

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is a complex and sometimes difficult condition to identify and treat. Thoracic outlet syndrome occurs with compromise of the nerves and blood vessels passing from the neck into the arm through a region known as the “thoracic outlet”. Entrapment of this neurovascular bundle can lead to both neurological symptoms (numbness and […]

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Which is better for shoulder diagonals: Thera-Band or Dumbbells?

April 20, 2012

Shoulder rehabilitation often includes Thera-Band® exercises. One popular exercise is the “PNF” diagonal shoulder exercise from the Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation concept. The PNF diagonal exercise includes tri-planar motion of the shoulder against resistance; the resistance provided can be manual, dumbbell, or elastic band resistance. Few researchers have investigated the EMG activation levels of shoulder muscles […]

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Evidence for DNS: Diaphragmatic dysfunction in low back pain patients

April 10, 2012

I’ve been a fan of Pavel Kolář’s work in merging the work of Vojta and Janda. Dr. Janda said Pavel was one of his best students, and often pointed to his emerging work with developmental kinesiology at the time and its implications in rehabilitation. I’ve attended several of the “pre-DNS” (Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization) courses including […]

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Current concepts in muscle stretching for exercise and rehabilitation

February 16, 2012

“To stretch or not to stretch.” That is the question…which continues to be asked by those who exercise, lead exercise programs, and perform research on exercise. Unfortunately, the answer is not so easy: “It depends.” The reason is that there are many variables to consider with stretching intervention studies. Unfortunately, the media tends to generalize […]

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