A recent study looked at the use of kinesiology tape in addition to the use of stabilization exercises for chronic low back pain. The study investigated 50 participants with lumbar pain of greater than three months duration and aged between 20 and 40 years old. Most...
Harnessing Focal Vibration Therapy for Pain Relief, Mobility, and Recovery by Steven Capobianco | 0 comments In the quest for optimized movement, pain reduction, and faster recovery, focal vibration therapy has emerged as a powerful tool. While many are familiar with...
A recent study investigated whether the application of kinesiology tape would help in runners who were experiencing medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), more commonly known as shin splints. The study involved 32 runners currently experiencing medial shin pain and...
Kinesiology tape helps with post-operative swelling after knee replacement surgery. A Turkish study set out to investigate the effect of kinesiology tape on postoperative pain and oedema following total knee arthroplasties (TKA). The study compared kinesiology tape...
Research Review from Steve Stahl RT Australia – Thank you Steve! Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is believed to be associated with an impairment in proprioception that may occur following a primary ankle sprain or as a sequelae of multiple ankle sprains. When...
Interoception refers to the body’s ability to sense and interpret internal signals, such as heart rate, hunger, temperature, and even pain. In manual and movement therapy, understanding interoception allows practitioners to work with the body in a more nuanced way,...
A study from 2023 found that the application of kinesiology tape to the hamstring muscles of healthy, young females could significantly improve the extensibility of the hamstrings within a very short time period. This study had 96 participants with mild hamstring...
When it comes to the pinnacle of athletic achievement, few events captivate the world’s attention like the Olympic Games. These elite athletes push the boundaries of human performance, showcasing strength, speed, and endurance. Amidst the intense competition and...
Rule the Tool: A Patient Centered Manual Therapy Approach by Steven Capobianco The WHY In the ever-evolving field of manual and movement therapy, there is a growing recognition of the need to shift from traditional, isolated treatment approaches towards more...
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome If you have ulnar nerve irritation at the elbow, the good news is, that Physical Therapy has been shown to have a high success rate with symptoms of cubital tunnel syndrome often resolving within 2-3 months. The ulnar nerve irritation is often...
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