Cool Muscles: Confessions of an Anatomy Geek
Individual muscles should be explored for what makes them distinct and extraordinary, in addition to their relationship to the kinematic function of the body.
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The Art of Listening to What Isn’t Said
By Cal CatesSometimes, it’s not about the context of a conversation with a client but about how you ask the questions when speaking and listening to clients.
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Changing the Mindset of a Stubborn Muscle
Changing muscle memory habits as they relate to mobility and movement can be hard. Luckily, you are there to help clients along so they aren’t forging a new path alone.
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Power in Collaboration
By Cal CatesNetworking with providers outside your field can benefit your client treatment process and add to your repertoire of valuable resources and referrals.
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Skipping a Beat
By Ruth WernerEverything in human function depends on a heartbeat that never falters, never rests, never stops until we die. If something interferes with that unceasing cadence, the consequences can be deadly.
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Exploring Tendons
Understanding tendons—their shapes, lengths, and organization—improves an MT’s touch vocabulary and facilitates a more skilled touch.
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Pelvic Tilt & Spinal Compensation
A tilted pelvis that causes a tilted spine can result in a head that is not level; however, the body's righting reflex, which keeps the head level, will compensate for the tilted pelvis by curving the spine. If we do not address the tilted pelvis, none of our work into the spine itself has any chance of lasting.
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Percussion Therapy
Handheld percussion massage tools can be an effective way for massage therapists to enjoy the rejuvenating benefits of massage for themselves.
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Paying Attention Pays Dividends
By Ana VaronaPracticing mindfulness encourages intention and connection between practitioner and client—and prevents boredom.
Featured Videos
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How to Massage a "Crick in the Neck"
By Ian HarveyLearn some deep tissue massage techniques that might help treat a stiff neck.
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Arm Rotation Testing—Scoliosis Excerpt
By Til LuchauTil Luchau demonstrates arm rotation tests for scoliosis in this excerpt from one of his educational training seminars.
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Nerve Glide Stretch for the Median Nerve
Learn nerve gliding techniques that can be effective in reducing pain.
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Hip Pain Provocation Tests with Erik Dalton
Erik Dalton, PhD, walks you through three hip pain provocation tests to correctly assess your clients with hip pain.