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The Movement Improvement Clinic

Locality: Waratah

Address: 31b Cresent Rd 2298 Waratah, NSW, Australia

Website: https://micnewcastle.com

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25.01.2022 Saturday Track/Field Sessions with MIC . Returning to your sport requires more than just slow strength and mobility work. Building back to high speed loading and game situations requires specific progressions and conditioning to ensure you return to your sport with the lowest possible risk of injury and the highest possible level of performance.

24.01.2022 Rib Sprains . Incidence: These are extremely common . Age: They can happen at any age, more common under 50 yrs old... . Gender: female > male . Risk Factors: - Often due to overuse and training errors - Traumatic to thoracic region - Chronically poor or static posturing - May be due to forces of muscles on ribs (serratus anterior, erector spinae, intercostals, scalenes, QL, diaphragm) - Hypermobility of costovertebral joints - Thoracic vertebral joint dysfunction/malposition can affect corresponding rib bio-mechanics . @ The Movement Improvement Clinic See more

24.01.2022 The human brain has 100 billion neurons, each neuron connected to 10 thousand other neurons. Sitting on your shoulders is the most complicated object in the known universe. "Michio Kaku"

22.01.2022 Scap Float . Our scapula has many muscular connections (17 to be exact) and ligamentous attachments all working together as a whole. The scapula is a highly mobile part of the body and needs a fine balance of mobility and stability to function optimally. As Osteopaths we treat as a whole so we take these factors into consideration. . Dr Damien here is performing a Scapular Float in order to mobilize specific tissues that attach or originate from the scapula. This will a...llow for hydration to the tissues, mobilization of the joint capsules and will also help reduce neurological feedback that may be present to the patient. . If you are experiencing shoulder pain in any way, reach out to us as we may be able to help in relieving your symptoms and getting your body moving again the way you want it to. . MIC Newcastle #shoulder #shoulderhealth #scapularmobility #scapfloat #newcastlehealth #health #healthservice #themovementimprovementclinic #movetoimprove #MIC #movementtherapy #movementismedicine #newcastleosteopath #osteopathy #osteo #osteobusiness #newcastle #newcastlebusiness #supportlocal #welovenewcastle #movement #strength #rehabilitation #mobility

21.01.2022 Costal/Transverse Vertebral Ligament Sprain . This may happen when there is restricted motion from its articulation with the thoracic vertebrae and a subsequent ligament is taken beyond its mechanical limit . The cause of this condition may be from a muscle spasm; a repetitive microtrauma, a traumatic incident causing the joints surrounding to become highly irritable... . This condition may cause abnormal biomechanical function, motion and create pain and discomfort that can be felt at the front and back of the ribcage. It may also be aggravated by simple and easy movements, especially breathing to full functional capacity . Some patients may have pain from week to months. Though they can be self limiting there may be an underlying cause related to poor ergonomics, postural strain and inefficient movement patterns @ The Movement Improvement Clinic See more

21.01.2022 Big props to @_randalmania going from 0 to 5 planche push-ups working online and in person with @_chriscameron. This guy keeps showing up and doing the work. Progress has already been great short term but Stu’s dedication and habits will really build some amazing stuff in the long term when coupled with the right programming and planning. . Currently taking on new clients for online rehab, strength, mobility, and Olympic lifting work. DM us for details.

21.01.2022 Hip bursitis, we have heard about it but what is it? . A bursitis is when we experience inflammation to one or more of a bursa in the body. The bursa are varied in size and are a small fluid filled sac that creates a buffer zone between our bones and muscles/tendons . A hip bursitis can be one of the most common causes of hip pain which usually occur after an acute or repetitive injury. This can include a fall, a hit in a contact sport, complication in a surgical procedure ...or other types of direct impact to the body . A repetitive injury can be caused through a rubbing of a tissue (i.e. ITB over the greater trochanter). It may also be due to a muscle contraction, a leg length difference, a sacroiliac dysfunction or another biomechanical change/difference . The pain itself may present as a dull ache over the lateral (side) of the thigh, it also may radiate down the thigh but usually not past the knee . It may increase in sensation when doing activity or from laying on the side in question, and there may have been a snapping sensation present when the injury first occurred @ The Movement Collective See more

20.01.2022 Love working with Crossfitters, Weightlifters or people who just want to train the lifts. . Here is Adam hitting some easy looking 5kg PBs in both snatch and clean with 70kg and 105kg after a couple weeks of technique modification and building specific capacity in weak points. To optimize performance in the lifts and make the learning process as smooth and efficient as possible I like to break up training focus into 2 broad categories. . 1. Basic physical capacity ... . The olympic lifts require a decent amount of mobility, strength, and control through pretty much every joint in the body in order to be performed with technical proficiency and to lift the most possible weight consistently and safely. For most people who are relatively new to the lifts or even more advanced athletes there are often areas that we can target to bring up this physical capacity and allow for better technical expression and performance. This is to a certain extent priority number one, since proper technical execution of the lifts requires a baseline level of physical capacity to be expressed. . 2.Technical ability . The rhythm, coordination, moments of tension and relaxation that all go into the barbell going up as easily and consistently as possible. This is something that I like to build with a combination of drills/progression and cueing. The best approaches to developing technical ability should not rely only on specific cues or verbal explanations but should incorporate specific drills that allow the athlete to build the correct habits through feel rather than constant analysis. The body has an amazing ability to self-organize and learn, it just takes specific contexts or drills to help break up more complex skills into bite sized components. . There’s a lot that goes into learning the lifts and fine tuning them but that’s in part what makes them so fun and rewarding! FYI for anyone in Newcastle looking to compete and train with a team be sure to check out @hunterbarbellclub! . - @_chriscameron See more

20.01.2022 Getting a little post-climb strength training in @pulseclimbingwarnersbay . Mantle chin-ups with a staggered pair of rings can be a nice introduction to unilateral pulling work. . 1. In the early stages of one arm pull development you can use quite a small difference in ring height and lower rep sets to help build the motor pattern and soft tissue adaptation for more advanced one arm work. Just the emphasis on pulling the chin to the top of one ring instead of the center ...line will start to help you naturally find the pulling mechanics for a one arm chin. Too often people will rush into more advanced one arm pulling variations without the mechanics or elbow conditioning in place and can end up on a fast track to elbow/biceps pain. Use your forearm to measure ring height difference and slowly increase it to make the movement more challenging. . 2. In the intermediate stages of one arm chin development higher rep mantle chin ups can still be a nice tool to reinforce mechanics and build hypertrophy specific to the one arm chin. This higher rep work can offer a nice break from lower rep pulley assisted OAC or negatives, providing a nice therapeutic effect in contrast. Its extremely easy to hit plateaus on the lower rep progressions for one arm chins so having a high rep supplemental exercise that you can aim to increase reps in or add a little bit of external load to can be a nice way to keep things slowly progressing in the right direction. . Come out to @pulseclimbingwarnersbay on Friday nights if you can, the vibe is absolutely electric . @mic_newcastle will be there most Fridays so hopefully well see you there! See more

20.01.2022 Physiotherapy is now available at the movement improvement clinic! . @_chriscameron is joining the team here at MIC and is now accepting bookings. If youre interested in getting the structure and the skills to take charge of your own rehab, and want to experience movement based physiotherapy, then he is keen to help! Book in on our website or send us a direct message to set up an appointment.

18.01.2022 Knee Bursitis . Incidence : Bursitis anywhere in the body has been estimated at ~.4%, in runners incidence it is ~10% . Age: At any age in adulthood (35-80 yrs)... . Gender: female > male . Risk Factors: - Excessive physical activity (running, cycling, any sport involving side 2 side motion) - Obesity - Knee instability, osteoarthritis, ligament or meniscus damage - Occupation (construction workers, tile setters, sports) - Direct knee pressure (cast or brace) - Local tendonopathy or tissue contracture - Chronic over pronation, Pes planus (flat feet) or other biomechanical dysfunction - Some studies indicate diabetes as a risk factor . @ The Movement Improvement Clinic See more

17.01.2022 There are 12 ribs which make up the thoracic cage. Each rib connects to the adjacent vertebrae at the back and most of them to the sternum at the front. The upper 7 of the ribs are known as true ribs, with ribs 8-10 called false ribs as they do not directly connect to the sternum but connect to the other ribs via strong cartilaginous attachments . The lowest ribs are known as floating ribs as their only attachment is at the adjacent vertebrae . Between each rib is the interna...l and external intercostal muscles which contract during respiration . At the base of the rib cage is the diaphragm which is dome shaped. It flattens during contraction drawing air into the lungs See more

16.01.2022 In training, in rehab, and in life the right kind of planning is invaluable. . It can’t be so structured and rigid that it requires constant adherence and incredible feats of discipline. A plan should serve you and not the other way around. . It can’t be so malleable that it conforms to every whim or thought or impulse. Freedom is important but the right amount of structure allows for more freedom in the long run.... . Our rehab and training approach at MIC places an emphasis on creating a clear plan and a path from injury and pain to higher levels of performance. In the short term we make sure you know exactly which exercises to do, how much of them to do, and how to auto-regulate and manage intensities to give your body what it needs to adapt for the better. Over the long term we ensure there is an overarching structure and direction that leads to accomplishing your goals and being the best version of yourself. . - @_chriscameron See more

16.01.2022 MIC Physio Track Sessions . The movement improvement clinic is now offering dedicated track and on-field rehab sessions every Saturday morning as part of our end stage rehab and performance programs. These sessions are available to anybody looking to return to running, sprinting or jumping after an injury, as well as those without an injury who want to take their performance to the next level under the guidance of someone with both a rehab and performance training background.... We take you through every step of the process so that you can safely and systematically improve your speed, agility, power, and athletic ability. . Proper assessment, rehab, and preparation for return to sport requires the right environment. Too often people are left with a huge gap between their clinical rehab and the actual demands of their sport or goal activity. . Here at MIC we want to do more than just help rehab an injury in isolation. We want to guide you through a comprehensive rehab and training pathway that turns you into a better athlete or mover than before you were injured in the first place. . Rehab done different. See more

16.01.2022 Rotator Cuff Strain . Weve all heard it but what actually is the rotator cuff . Surrounding all borders of the scapula are the 4 rotator cuff muscles. These attach into the head of the humerus and control rotation of the shoulder... . Its extremely common for these muscles to become injured or sensitive due to overload and often occurs with prolonged or repetitive overuse, especially when throwing a ball, lifting weights, playing racket sports, or even using a shovel . Not to mention traumatic force applied to the muscles or falling onto an outstretched hand . Pain may occur at the site of injury or may radiate into areas including the whole arm, elbow, mid back and neck . See more

16.01.2022 Chronic Shoulder Instability . Here's a quick video of Bowen performing a high bridge rotation at the end of a physio session with no bridge specific warm up or preparation on the day. . He came in with longstanding instability of his left shoulder, recurrent subluxations and some serious apprehension with overhead movements and external rotation. This is the result of slow and steady adaptation and the development of comprehensive capacity around the shoulder girdle. His ...rehab has consisted of elements of barbell, kettlebell, handbalance, gymnastic rings, specific end range strength/mobility drills, and breakdance/capoeira progressions. We took our time, put in the work, and built up to the point where this level of shoulder capacity is ordinary. . A wide range of movement practices as a health practitioner allows you to take the most useful bits and pieces from different practices and apply them at the right time and in the right quantities throughout the course of the rehab process. There’s no cookie cutter formula, hoping for function, uncommon talent or magical appearance of movement capacity. It’s just meeting your joint, your nervous system, your body where it’s at and giving it the necessary stimulus to adapt in the way you want. . Still plenty of work to do with Bowen to get the shoulder to the next level but this is a nice snapshot on the way there. . - @_chriscameron See more

16.01.2022 Everything youve ever wanted is on the other side of fear - George Addair #lookoverthefence #fearnot #theotherside #soclose #inreach

15.01.2022 The goldilocks approach! . When training, the concept of how much load we put through our body determines how we are going to feel and adapt . Lets call this the dosage and just like the story of goldilocks we want to get this amount juuusst right... . When working with pain, end range of motion strength and high intensity/low repetition movements its key to tread this line carefully . A good way to know if youre ready to try higher level movements is to check in with a few key areas: - do you understand the mechanics of the movement and the pre-requisites that go into the exercise? - are you competent in completing less demanding versions of the exercises you are wanting to progress? - are you aware of the other possible loads that are already placed on your body? Eg. That extra ju jitsu or rock climbing session each week. These may influence your weeks capacity to train . These are a few ideas to consider when navigating dosage when trying to avoid injury . #micnewcastle #newcastleosteopath See more

15.01.2022 We shape our tools and thereafter our tools shape us . This quotation from Canadian legend Marshall McLuhan drove at capturing the relationship between media technology developments and human cognitive, social, and cultural evolution. It also holds valuable lessons for those trying to make healthy behaviour and lifestyle change, and is a cornerstone of our approach at MIC. . Consider your environment, your physical practices and your mental/emotional/spiritual practices a...s tools that will inevitably shape your wellbeing. . Does your environment encourage you to move more and make better movement decisions? What does your desk setup look like? It’s amazing what a set of juggling balls on the coffee table, a doorway pull up bar or set of rings, a climbing hangboard, a dedicated dirty handstand wall, a guitar on the couch, even a few soft mats on the ground, can all do wonders for the way you interact with your living space. . Are your physical practices a conduit for creative exploration, for social connection, for connection with nature, for developing physical freedom, for pure play, for pushing yourself and testing your limits? There’s no right or wrong way to move, exercise, or practice but it’s always useful to check in on the quality of the tools you’re working with and the effect they’re going to have on you. . Lastly and probably most importantly what tools do you have to help cultivate mental and emotional wellbeing for yourself? What things are you possibly holding on to or using in a way that has a negative impact on these areas? Beliefs, habits, environment (physical, social, cultural), specific mental practices can all shape the way we develop as humans. It can be hard to unravel but really learning how to slow down and listen deeply to our intuition can usually point us in a good direction to start! . - @_chriscameron See more

15.01.2022 Wanna talk rotator cuff strains and sprains? . Incidence: ~30% of population . Age: Degenerative type seen commonly in elderly patients ... . Gender: Male >Female . Risk Factors: - Motions that require repetitive overhead movement or forceful pulling motion. - Sporting injuries / traumas - Athletes (Throwing sports, swimming, boxing, tennis, kayaking) - Poor Nutrition - Obesity - Reduced strength and flexibility - Previous injury @ The Movement Improvement Clinic See more

15.01.2022 Handstand and Olympic Weightlifting development at MIC . Both these disciplines require time, patience, and nuanced technical understanding and correction to be taken to a decent level. Lots of people feel there is a barrier to learning or refining these practices but all it takes is a little bit of know-how and the right approach to fasttrack progress in the right direction. If you were ever on the fence about really learning either of these skills, or if you have already h...ad some experience and want to really refine technique and understand appropriate programming, now’s your chance! . @_chriscameron has had experience in a number of different sports and movement practices but two of his favorite things to teach and to practice are handbalance and olympic weightlifting. To share his passion for these two disciplines MIC is now offering private and semi-private handbalance or olympic weightlifting development programs. Each training block runs for 10 weeks and involves a weekly in-person training session along with individualized online programming and video coaching through our coaching app for the rest of the week. With his practical experience in both practices as well as his physiotherapy and strength & conditioning background you can be confident you’ll develop in a way that’s safe and sets a foundation for continued improvement. . DM us for details! See more

14.01.2022 Knee Flexion . I remember aggravating an old meniscus tear a bit over a year ago and having my knee swell up to twice its size. I was stuck at around 90 degrees flexion as my max range and was not terribly happy about it. No squats, no snatches. Do you know how many movements require deep knee flexion Evan? The best kinds! . Since then building up this active hero to the point where it feels casual has been a nice insurance policy to make sure the knee stays happy regardl...ess of how much end range flexion or rotation it has to tolerate. I continue to check in on them and use them as a warm up for arching or front splits training. . All the more mundane capacity building stuff sets the foundation for accessibility and longevity in other practices, no matter what those are. Shoutout to @hildersonjoachim for introducing me to this one. . - @_chriscameron See more

14.01.2022 A baker's cyst (sometimes called a popliteal cyst) is an inflamed fluid filled cyst at the back of the knee, it can cause a bulge and feeling of tightness in the knee. . When this occurs in the popliteal bursa it can cause tension and pain in the knee upon bending and straightening the knee. Swelling, stiffness and redness is one of the main signs and often is associated with very limited and sensitive function of the affected knee. . These often occur due to a previous prob...lem with the knee including meniscus or ligament damage, or direct trauma to the area. . If left untreated in some rare cases the cyst may burst and leak synovial fluid into the calf region which may cause sharp pain, swelling and sometimes redness of the calf. . These signs and symptoms can closely resemble a blood clot in a vein in the leg so seeking medical evaluation promptly to rule this in or out is highly recommended. @ The Movement Improvement Clinic See more

14.01.2022 A simple but effective move for those in acute knee pain and needing to restore range of motion. Begin supine with the knee above the hip and hold the back of the thigh. Engaging the quads we are simply bringing extension into the knee joint. Hold tension at your range for 5-10 seconds and then release the knee back down. Do 3-5 reps. Next we bring the foot down to the ground with the knee at an angle which is tolerable. For here we engage the hamstrings by gently and slowly pulling the heel isometrically towards the bottom for 5 seconds. The heel shouldnt move positions but you will feel tension through the back of the leg. Do 3-5 reps. This will start to reduce sensitivity of the knee and restore normal knee functioning.

13.01.2022 Damien a new podcast with @alextibbels ! . Grateful for your energy and presence Alex! . Check it out and throw some feedback into the comments section ... . @mister_joshua_hogan . #newcastlepodcast #highperformancepath #osteopathnewcastle See more

12.01.2022 Week 4 Post-ACL Rupture . Here is a little snapshot of Reece’s training at just under 4 weeks post ACL rupture and meniscus tear. The goal of this session was rebuilding rate of force development, proprioception, general lower body strength and olympic lifting technique. . In order to earn the right to progress these movements this early, there was a pretty big check list and a lot of work that had to be done right from the day after the injury. Reece put daily work into all ...of the following to get to this stage this quickly. Priority number 1 - regaining full knee extension through passive and active mobility and strength work Extensive hypertrophy and activation work to clear swelling out and maintain quad bulk Specific single leg loading to regain strength and proprioception General aerobic conditioning + ongoing upper body and posterior chain strength to create the best physiological environment for healing and recovery were all necessary to get to this point this quickly. . ACL rehab is something that needs to be done systematically and intelligently in order to regain high level function of the knee and prevent further injury. But with the right process and a tonne of hard work, the results will come. . - @_chriscameron See more

11.01.2022 ADDUCTOR REHAB . Here is Alex just past week 3 of a pretty severe adductor tear that happened during a soccer match. To put this into a bit of context he had severe bruising and discoloration down the leg from the tear and it was pretty painful to walk or stand out of a chair for the first couple days after the injury. There are a couple of factors which lead to this rapid return of function and the ability to start sprint and change direction work just last week. . 1.Pre...vious movement capacity and ability. Alex had an extensive movement practice and large quantities of strength and mobility through full range prior to the injury. Having this large foundation of general physical preparation will always make the recovery from injury easier and faster. With the right preparation you can reduce the risk of injury but sometimes in sport shit happens. Better to prepare yourself in such a way that even large injuries can be reduced to small set-backs. . 2. The right amount of loading at the right time. Many people might assume that due to the severity of the injury (both how it looked and how it felt at the time, were talking purple down the entire thigh), absolute rest would be the best course of action. Alex had enough experience to know this likely wasnt the case and to seek out guidance from us. Doing the right level of movement and loading to promote blood flow, healthy tissue healing, and maintain lower body function while reducing load and intensity enough to prevent re-bleeding or delays in recovery was crucial for this speedy recovery. You dont have to be wolverine to recover this way but you do have to get the type, intensity, and volume of loading right at every stage of rehab in order to create the best conditions for tissue healing. @ The Movement Improvement Clinic See more

11.01.2022 Movement Centered Physiotherapy . At MIC our approach to physiotherapy is movement centered. What do we mean by this? . Ultimately the thing that is going to result in the greatest potential nervous system, tissue, and functional adaptations over time is movement. We have immense potential as complex biological organisms for self healing and reorganization when given the right conditions and environment for it. Short of pathologies that require surgical or other serious med...ical interventions, problems that affect your ability to move will have solutions that largely lie in the world of movement. Modifying the way you move, the amount you move, the forces you move under, retraining to move without pain, fear, or limitation. . This isnt to say movement is the whole picture, only the center of it. Movement is a stimulus for adaptation but that stimulus requires the right state or environment for it to result in the response we want. We look at every variable from sleep and diet, to movement habits and general understanding of pain and injury and help you optimize these things in a way thats specific to you and realistic for your goals and lifestyle. . Weve got 2 goals with our physiotherapy approach at MIC. . 1. To help you move more, move better, and move without pain in the things that matter to you. . 2. To help you understand all the variables that go into successful recovery and injury prevention so that you are empowered to self-manage for life. See more

10.01.2022 Thoracic spine movement . Here Dr Damien is facilitating the thoracic spine and its connecting musculature attached with some passive and active rotational and side bent movement. . What that means actively is that with a patient's own engagement of the dysfunctional muscle, we aim to place more tension on the stretch receptors in the muscle.... . When doing this it causes a reflex inhibition and a subsequent increase in muscle length within a tight (hypertonic) muscle. . There may be other additional effects at play here as well with soft tissue and myofascial release being improved with this style of technique. On top of this the fascial envelope may lengthen also permitting the muscle to lengthen. . We may use a technique like this when treating a patient who has come to see us with a complaint in and around their ribs and thoracic spine. . . . . . #thoracicspine #spinalmovement #ribmovement #osteopathy #osteo #osteobusiness #newcastle #newcastleosteopath #newcastlebusiness #supportlocal #welovenewcastle #newcastlehealth #health #healthservice #movementtherapy #movetoimprove #movementismedicine #movement #strength #rehabilitation #mobility #themovementimprovementclinic #MIC . . Music: https://www.bensound.com See more

10.01.2022 Rehab done different. At the movement improvement clinic our approach to physiotherapy involves dedicated field and track sessions to bridge the gap between training in the gym and the demands of your sport. If you’re an athlete who wants to reach higher levels of performance than pre-injury, we’ll give you the structure and know how to get there safely and efficiently. Be prepared to put in the work, but it will be work that is safe, systematic, and tailored specifically to your goals and current ability.

09.01.2022 Doorway Scap Retractions . This exercise moves our scapulothoracic joint over our rib cage. We are strengthening and stretching our back muscles including rhomboids and trapezius which commonly hold tension and can become achy and sore. .... This can also help to decrease pain if we have an irritated rib joint. By gradually exposing the body to load and moving in a control environment we can decrease how sensitive the area is allowing us to get back to living more easily. . Using a doorway or pole, we maintain straight arms and allow our shoulder blades to stretch over our back. Keeping those arms straight we squeeze our shoulder blades back together and down away from our ears. . Perform 10-20 repetitions and increase intensity as tolerated by moving to one arm. See more

09.01.2022 Hip Bursitis . Incidence : ~1.8/1000 . Female 15%, unilateral, 6.6% bilateral prevalence ... Male 8.5%, unilateral 2% bilateral prevalence . Age: Any age, peak incidence 30-50yr olds . Gender: female>male (~4:1) . Risk Factors: - Repetitive trauma or compensation to co-existing issue/bio-mechanical compensation - Repetitive stress (overuse) injury - Using a shoulder strap carrying bag - Hip, SI or spine injury, leg length inequality - Running on a banked surface over time (creates imbalance) - Rheumatoid Arthritis - Prior surgery - Bone spurs or calcium deposits - Obesity - Myoplasm or tissue contracture (scar tissue) . @ The Movement Improvement Clinic See more

08.01.2022 What it all comes down to really!

07.01.2022 The secret of getting ahead is getting started - Mark Twain #gettingstarted #movingforward #getmoving #thesecretsout

07.01.2022 Straddle L-sit progress There’s nothing overly flashy about this position. It simply exemplifies a basic ability to lift ones own body off the ground while in a straddle position The demands include wrist extension, elbow extension, scapula protraction, abdominal/spinal flexion, hip flexion and abduction, knee extension, plantar and toe flexion (to please any dancers/gymnasts )... It’s a very simple movement that truly teaches the entire body of work as a unit as it forces a high level of operation across most joint in the body. The body works as a unit, all systems being connected. Therefore when moving, move with the intent to connect all systems and unify the system consciously Too often we teach isolation which leads to disconnection and unco-ordination. Reductionist thinking is useful and has a place but also it contains ‘dead-ends’ and misunderstanding. There’s about 6 months between these photos. It might not seem like much but for this position seemed almost unattainable at one point. @coopaloop_____

06.01.2022 210kg Deadlift as a side effect of ongoing Online ACL Rehab . Alex has been training through @_chriscameron ‘s Online ACL Rehab Programming and has been putting in work during the end stages of his rehab. He hasn’t been doing much direct deadlift training for the last 3 months since the main focus of his rehab has been return to sprinting, change of direction work, sport specific conditioning, and single leg strength. This 210kg Deadlift is just a bi-product of the large increase in posterior chain strength, rate of force development and coordination developed from doing his rehab to improve other areas. His best pull pre-injury was 160kg. Killer work man . - @_chriscameron

03.01.2022 Articulation, assessment and mobilisation of the hip joint. . When the balance of our tissues becomes compromised due to possible external factors such as prolonged desk seated posture or improper training technique, how do we regain freedom to our tissues? . Here Dr Dan is running though some gentle ROM articulation and assessment in and around the hip joint. This is used both as a treatment tool as well as a diagnostic tool when finding areas of restriction. ... . It may be used to move or pump fluid from the lower limbs back into the abdominal region and through the body, as well as inviting passive movement into the hips ball and socket joint to a patient that may have limited functional range. . There is a balance between the tissue that surrounds the hip joint from our posterior chain muscles to our anterior chain muscles that can become dysfunctional if exposed to things like prolonged sitting or postural positions. . As Osteopaths we treat as a whole so we take these factors into consideration, by considering not only the musculature of the hip joint itself but also the torso and back along with the lower limbs to assess if the dysfunction has another origin. . If you are experiencing any hip, pelvis or lower back pain in any way, reach out to us as we may be able to help in relieving your symptoms, finding the cause and getting your body moving again the way you want it to. . . #osteopathy #osteo #osteobusiness #newcastle #newcastleosteopath #newcastlebusiness #supportlocal #welovenewcastle #newcastlehealth #health #healthservice #movementtherapy #movetoimprove #movementismedicine #movement #strength #rehabilitation #mobility #themovementimprovementclinic #MIC . . . . . Music: https://www.bensound.com See more

02.01.2022 This exercise is used to increase motor control and range of motion of the hip joint. It is targeting muscles of the glute region including gluteus maximus, medius and piriformis. . To perform the exercise we start in the quadruped position with a block wedged between the wall and our stationary hip. . Maintaining stability through the core we abduct the hip over 5 seconds to its highest point. In full abduction we hold our max height for 5 seconds. ... . Over the next 5 seconds we rotate the hip back into extension, turning the heel to the sky while maintaining a neutral spine. Find the highest range over the next 5 seconds making sure not to excessively arch the spine by focusing on the glutes. . Reversing the movement to find our abduction position by turning the heel down and out to the side and keeping the knee high over 5 seconds. Then squeeze again for max range of motion over 5 seconds. . Control the eccentric over 5 seconds. See more

02.01.2022 Weve all heard it, but what is the rotator cuff . Surrounding all borders of the scapula are the 4 rotator cuff muscles. These attach into the head of the humerus and control rotation movements of the shoulder. . Its extremely common for these muscles to become injured or sensitive due to overload and often occurs with prolonged or repetitive overuse, especially when throwing a ball, lifting weights, playing racket sports, or even using a shovel.... . Not to mention traumatic force applied to the muscles or falling onto an outstretched hand. . Pain may occur at the site of injury or may radiate into areas including the arm, elbow and neck. . @ The Movement Improvement Clinic See more

01.01.2022 Articulation / Lymphatics of the knee joint . Knee pain can be caused by a variety of conditions and sometimes one of those may be due to stagnation of fluid in the lower limb and knee. . Here we see Dr Dan using some gentle articulation of the knee to assist the movement of fluid from in and around the knee joint capsule. In addition this is allowing passive mobility of the connecting musculature that passes across the knee as well.... . The lymphatic system runs throughout the whole body and unlike our cardiovascular system (heart, arteries and veins), the lymphatic system is more reliant on our voluntary muscle contractions to keep the fluid moving. . When stagnation and subsequent swelling occurs in the lymphatics of our lower limbs, the potential for bacteria and cellular debris to not get cycled through the body is increased and can cause general and local pain presentations in some patients. . Having a functional and healthy lymphatic system is very important in the optimal operation of our immune system, so keeping moving is a must and something that we emphasise in our treatment approach for each patient. . . . . . #kneepain #kneeassesment #kneemovement #kneelymphatics #osteopathy #osteo #osteobusiness #newcastle #newcastleosteopath #newcastlebusiness #supportlocal #welovenewcastle #newcastlehealth #health #healthservice #movementtherapy #movetoimprove #movementismedicine #movement #strength #rehabilitation #mobility #themovementimprovementclinic #MIC . . @dr_dan_osteo @coopaloop_____ Music: https://www.bensound.com See more

01.01.2022 ANATOMY OF THE HIP . The Hip is the other ball and socket joint in our body but unlike the shoulder joint the socket is much deeper allowing for increased stability over mobility . The joint is made up of the thigh bone called the femur and the socket of our pelvis called the acetabulum... . Ball and socket joints allow for many ranges of motion so that we can have a variety of movement options including side stepping, kicking in all directions and resting in a squat . There are many muscles surrounding the hip including our external rotators, adductors on the inner thigh, hip flexors and extensors like the Illiopsoas and gluteals as well as abductors . These all work together to stabilise the hip and allow us to move our knee and foot where we need to put them in space See more

01.01.2022 Every movement carries a lesson. . This is something fundamental to my approach to rehab, performance development, and skill acquisition. . In the world of rehab the right movement at the right time teaches our nervous system to downregulate protective systems that stop us from doing what we want to do. The right loading/intensity of muscle contraction decreases sensitivity and restores strength. The right coordination and exploration tasks can restore proprioceptive aware...ness and control. The right experience can teach a person about their innate resilience and capacity for adaptation. . When it comes to performance the right level of sustained effort teaches our bodies how to more effectively fuel output using certain energy systems. The right speed and intention of loading can optimize rate coding and the ability to develop force at higher speeds. The right intensity of loading can teach our nervous system to recruit larger motor units, allowing us to produce more force. The correct technical execution of a movement teaches us how to coordinate cycles of tension and relaxation between muscles to use force more effectively for our movement goals. . With skill acquisition the right context or focus can develop greater insight into specific qualities of a movement. The right amount of isolation can hone specific skills through narrow focus until they are refined for their purpose. Their proper integration links them to already developed skills or movement maps, embedding them into a larger overall context. The use of play and improvisation teaches how to access skills spontaneously and on demand for the purpose of expression, competition, or sheer enjoyment. . Understand how to learn first, then learning becomes easy. . - @_chriscameron See more

01.01.2022 Do not wish it were easier, wish you were better - Jim Rohn #wishfulthinking #bebetter #dobetter #feelbetter