Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies

Repetitive Lumbar Injury is common in individuals engaged in long term performance of repetitive occupational/sports activities with the spine. The triggering source of the disorder, tissues involved in the failure and biomechanical, neuromuscular and biological processes active in the initiation and development of the disorder, are not known. The purpose is, therefore, to test, using in-vivo feline model and healthy human subjects, the hypothesis that RLI due to prolonged exposure to repetitive lumbar flexion–extension is triggered by an acute inflammation in the viscoelastic tissues and is characterized by lingering residual creep, pronounced changes in neuromuscular control and transient changes in lumbar stability. This report, therefore, is a summary of a lengthy research program consisting of multiple projects.

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Osteopathic Family Physician

Plantar fasciitis is a common problem presenting to the family practice office. It is seen in approximately 10 percent of the population and is more common in women than men. Osteopathic manipulative medicine is indicated in the treatment of the tender points associated with PF. Custom orthotics, taping, casting and splinting are also discussed as management techniques for the condition.

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International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork

Migraine headache significantly impacts the health of individuals and of society. The application of simple physical nonpharmacological techniques could greatly reduce the therapeutic costs and side effects in acute onset of such headaches.

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Osteopathic Family Physician

Frozen shoulder is a clinical condition characterized by a relatively sudden onset, variable degrees of pain, restricted range of motion, and normal radiographic imaging techniques. Although the disease occurs in a small segment of the population, its management presents the clinician with an opportunity to use all of his or her skills to alleviate the pain and restore function of the shoulder. This review article discusses contemporary ideas on etiology, diagnosis, and noninvasive treatment including manual medicine techniques, surgical options, and prognosis.

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