Did you know more than one third of women in the United States suffer from a pelvic floor disorder, which can include urinary incontinence, painful sex, bowel symptoms and pelvic pain? But unfortunately a great number accept their symptoms as a normal consequence of childbirth or aging. Worse yet, some care providers even them shrug off as such. And… Continue reading PTs Can Help Get This Out in the Open
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Abstract of the Week: Unilateral Facial Pain
Today we wanted to highlight the abstract “A case of unilateral facial pain” by Jason Siegel, MD Andrea M. Harriott, MD, PhD. Neurology 84 May 26, 2015. Why should you care? This is an excellent article that connects unilateral facial pain, to the trigeminal nerve and TMJ pathology. Written by neurologists and presented in a user friendly format, this… Continue reading Abstract of the Week: Unilateral Facial Pain
Scapular Stabilization for the Overhead Athlete Video
In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT faculty member Angela Gordon, PT, DSc, MPT, COMT, OCS, ATC, FMS addresses a progression for scapular stabilization for overhead athletes. For more expertise in this area, check out Angela’s upcoming course Advanced Concepts for the Overhead Athlete May 14 – May 15, 2016 in Falls Church Virginia or July 16-17 in Colorado… Continue reading Scapular Stabilization for the Overhead Athlete Video
Quality Face Time (And Our Commitment To You)
In an organization that spans from coast to coast, north to south, it’s simply amazing when we get large groups of us in the same room together to discuss the state of physical therapy and manual therapy. To hash out how best to evolve our approach to meet the needs of PTs today, and ultimately, the patients whose lives… Continue reading Quality Face Time (And Our Commitment To You)
MVA Cold Hyperalgesia Clinic Test (Video)
In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT clinical faculty instructor and Examiner, Karen Walz, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT reviews the research from Maxwell and Sterling on the use of pain rating with ice application to the neck to determine cold hyperalgesia. For more guidance on treating MVA patients, join Karen’s convenient online course Cervicothoracic MVA Regional Interdependence.
Abstract of The Week: Upper Cervical and Upper Thoracic Manipulation Versus Mobilization and Exercise in Patients with Cervicogenic Headache
Abstract: Upper cervical and upper thoracic manipulation versus mobilization and exercise in patients with cervicogenic headache: a multi-center randomized clinical trial. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. 2016;17:64. Dunning JR, Butts R, Mourad F, et al. This RCT of 110 patients (mean age 34- manip.; 36 -mob/ex groups respectively) assessed the clinical effectiveness of these interventions over a short duration (3 months)… Continue reading Abstract of The Week: Upper Cervical and Upper Thoracic Manipulation Versus Mobilization and Exercise in Patients with Cervicogenic Headache
Kinetic Testing of the SI Joint: Prone Kinetic Test
In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT Faculty Stacy Soappman shows us kinetic tests of the SI joint, in this case, a prone kinetic test. For more expert guidance on Lumbopelvic Spine, Lower Extremity, Advanced Upper Quadrant Integration, Cervical Spine, Spinal Manipulation and more, browse these manual therapy courses coming up across the country.
Abstract of The Week: Enhanced Therapeutic Alliance Modulates Pain Intensity and Muscle Pain Sensitivity in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
ABSTRACT: Enhanced Therapeutic Alliance Modulates Pain Intensity and Muscle Pain Sensitivity in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain: An Experimental Controlled Study Jorge Fuentes, Susan Armijo-Olivo, Martha Funabashi, Maxi Miciak, Bruce Dick, Sharon Warren, Saifee Rashiq, David J. Magee, Douglas P. Gross (April 2014) This study looked at some of the ways to encourage the therapeutic… Continue reading Abstract of The Week: Enhanced Therapeutic Alliance Modulates Pain Intensity and Muscle Pain Sensitivity in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
Strategies for Temporalis Induced Tension Headache
Do your patients experience headaches? In the manual therapy continuing education video below, NAIOMT’s Ann Porter Hoke addresses temporalis induced tension headaches, and discusses strategies for both physical therapist and patients to use in treatment. For more in depth guidance from experts in the field, browse the manual therapy courses coming up in your region of the country. Upcoming… Continue reading Strategies for Temporalis Induced Tension Headache
Grade I General Suboccipital Traction in Sitting
In the manual therapy continuing education video below, NAIOMT Faculty Member Steve Allen demonstrates how to conduct a grade I suboccipital traction technique with a seated patient. Dive deeper into more conditions of the cervical spine with upcoming courses in Seattle, NYC, Dallas, Atlanta and Spokane and beyond.
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