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Momentum Muscle Therapy
Locality: Miami, Queensland
Phone: +61 416 838 637
Address: Suite 25, 2190 Gold Coast Highway 4220 Miami, QLD, Australia
Website: http://www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au
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25.01.2022 Getting back to packing a punch! Electrotherapeutic Dry Needling (EMDN) following the radial nerve pathway below the elbow to reduce pain associated with some directions of movement after Muay Thai training. .. The radial nerve supplies the muscles of the posterior arm and forearm, and the skin of the posterior arm, forearm and dorsum of the hand. .. Repetitive movements can cause muscle fatigue, leading to motor neuron reorganisation, performance deficits, inflammation of te...ndons or potential injury. Widespread or localised muscle fatigue induced by repetitive movements can affect movement differently. This can be via motor coordination, movement stability, muscle pH, muscle strength or contribute to the development of musculoskeletal disorders potentially leading to chronic pain. .. An EMDN intervention actively assists the body by inducing a local biochemical change that promotes healing, potentially reducing the recovery time. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #punch #muaythai #muaythaifighter #muaythaitraining #fight #fighttraining #fighter #goldcoast #clinic #physiotherapy #osteopathy #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #armday #nerve #neuralnetworks #neuralink #neural #biomechanics #muscle #tenniselbow See more
25.01.2022 The very first entire human nervous system extracted from a body in 1888! The nervous system shown in this photo is from the body of Harriet Cole. She worked as a cleaner at Philadelphia’s Medical College (part of Drexel University today) in the 1880s. One of the classrooms she cleaned belonged to a professor of anatomy named Dr. Rufus Weaver. .. Before her death from tuberculosis at age 35, she stated she wanted her body donated to Doctor Weaver so that he could use it in ...the name of science. .. Before the 19th century, corpses used for dissection usually belonged to executed criminals (or had been obtained by less-than-honest means). But whatever the reason behind her donation, Cole had unwittingly ensured that she would live on in history long after her death. .. In 1888, Weaver took Cole’s body and began work on what would be a medical first: the removal of an entire nervous system. .. The process took about six months! After cutting away the flesh to reveal the nerves, he then wrapped each individual nerve in gauze and coated it in a lead-based paint before mounting the entire nervous system in a display #Repost @savageparamedics ____________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #muscle #mobility #nerves #nervoussystem #neuralnetworks #neural #neuralgia #nervepain #nervoussystemregulation #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #science #history #osteopathy #physiotherapy #clinic #goldcoast #bodydonation #nerve #myotherapy #prehab #rehab #research #medical #medicalhistory #medicalresearch See more
25.01.2022 A reflex is an involuntary and nearly instantaneous movement in response to a stimulus. A reflex is made possible by neural pathways called reflex arcs which can act on an impulse before that impulse reaches the brain. .. Deep tendon reflex testing can evaluate afferent nerves, synaptic connections within the spinal cord, motor nerves, and descending motor pathways. Lower motor neuron lesions (eg affecting the anterior horn cell, spinal root or peripheral nerve) decrease refl...exes, while upper motor neuron lesions increase the reflexes. .. Points for reflex assessment include: Biceps brachii (C5/C6) Brachioradialis (C6) Triceps brachii (C7) Quadriceps knee jerk (L4) Calcaneal tendon (S1) .. Reflexes can be graded as: 0 Absent - Diminished + Average ++ Exaggerated +++ Clonus .. Here is a quadriceps knee jerk assessing the L4 reflex. What do you think, are they the same? What grade would you give each reflex? _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #reflex #reflexes #medical #reflexhammer #kneejerk #legday #knee #patella #quadriceps #nerve #neuralink #neuralnetworks #squats #hammer #prehab #rehab #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #muscle #muscletesting #tendon See more
25.01.2022 What is fascia? Fascia is a sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue enveloping, separating, or binding together muscles, organs, and other soft structures of the body. .. The closely packed bundles of collagen fibers orientate in a wavy pattern parallel to the direction of pull. Fascia is consequently flexible and able to resist great unidirectional tension forces until the wavy pattern of fibers has been straightened out by the pulling force. These collagen fibers are p...roduced by fibroblasts located within the fascia. .. Persistent posture, trauma, repetitive movements, immobility, hyper- or hypotonic muscles all affect the functionality of fascia. .. Vacuum cupping is one way to help restore the fascia fibres ability to glide over one another allowing for increased mobility. ___________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #musclenation #lowbackpain #lowback #lowbackpainrelief #lowerbackpain #lowerbackworkout #lowerbackpainrelief #vacuumcupping #cuppingtherapy #cupping #cuppingtherapist #lumbarpain #lumbarspine #gym #gymmotivation #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #health #osteopathy #physiotherapy #clinic #goldcoast #fascia #fascialrelease #myofascialrelease See more
24.01.2022 Golfer’s elbow - tennis elbow’s lesser known sibling - is medically termed as medial epicondylalgia and in 90% of cases not caused by the sport of golf. .. Medial epicondylalgia is not associated with inflammation but instead by tissue degradation of the tendon attachments to the elbow, these include pronator teres, flexor carpi radialis, palmaris longus, flexor carpi ulnaris, and flexor digitorum superficialis. The pain felt on the medial elbow is prompted by resisted flex...ion of the wrist and pronation of the forearm. .. Repetitive gripping, throwing, lifting or a combination of the three can cause changes within the mechanics of the tendon and therefore cause pain where the tendon inserts onto the bone. Sports associated with the injury include golf, baseball, cricket, rock climbing, basketball, and weight-lifting. Occupations associated with the injury include carpenters, butchers, and plumbers. .. Risk factors include: Lack of strength, endurance or mobility. Improper techniques or equipment used. Training errors. Heavy physical work. Repetitive movements. .. Here is Electrotherapeutic dry needling (EMDN) which involves an electrical current flowing between two filiform needles. The electrical current pulse causes a contraction which can assist to reduce pain, increase nerve function and quicken the healing process. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #golf #golferselbow #medialepicondylalgia #medialepicondylitis #elbow #elbowpain #elbowpainrelief #tenniselbow #tradie #tradielife #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #biomechanics #muscle #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #electrotherapy #myotechdryneedles See more
24.01.2022 3.6cm muscle tear to vastus intermedius which lies underneath rectus femoris in the anterior thigh. The quads are anterior upper leg muscles and individually they are known as: vastus medialis, vastus intermedius, vastus lateralis and rectus femoris. .. As a group they assist with knee extension and rectus femoris also assists with hip flexion. They are all innervated by the motor branches of the femoral nerve (L2-L4). .. Quadriceps are involved with almost every movement o...f your legs, for example: walking, running, sitting down, standing up etc. Strong quadriceps are important for balance, movement and reduction of knee injuries. .. Taping to help with proprioception and reduction of over-stretching muscle fibres. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #muscle #muscletear #legday #quads #quadworkout #quadriceps #legworkout #osteopathy #physiotherapy #fights #fighter #fightclub #muaythai #muaythaitraining #muaythailife #muaythaigirls #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #clinic #goldcoast #rocktape #thor See more
24.01.2022 Pop it like it’s hot! Patellar subluxation from too many dance moves Patellar subluxation is a partial dislocation where the patella (kneecap) is pulled out of its normal tracking groove (the trochlea), where it slides up and down during knee flexion and extension, towards the outside of the knee. It is often experienced with immediate pain and/or a loud popping sound, in some cases this may lead to knee instability and/or complete patellar dislocation (where the patella...r is completely out of the trochlea groove). .. Signs and symptoms of knee instability may include: Buckling, catching, or locking of the knee. Slipping of the patellar to the outside of the knee. Pain with standing after an extended period of sitting. Pain at the front of the knee that worsens after activity. Popping or cracking in the knee joint. Stiffness or swelling of the knee joint. .. The medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) pulls the patellar toward the inside of the leg. When this ligament is weak or damaged, the patellar is at risk of repeated subluxation or dislocation. Patellar ligament weakness or damage may also contribute towards knee instability. .. Recovery time varies depending on the patient but strengthening of all muscles that surround the knee joint will help to reduce knee instability and the possibility of re-injury. ____________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #kneerehab #kneepain #kneepainrelief #kneeproblems #kneedislocation #kneeinjury #kneeinjuries #dancing #dance #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab #legday #legworkout #legdayeveryday #music #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #health #mobility #mobilitytraining #quads See more
24.01.2022 How many of us can relate? Perfect range of movement one side and room for improvement on the other side? The Apley Scratch Test provides an insight into glenohumeral (shoulder) range of movement. Abduction and external rotation are measured by having the patient reach behind their head and touch the superior aspect of the opposite scapula, and internal rotation and adduction measured by having the patient reach behind their back and touch the inferior aspect of the opposite ...scapula. .. The shoulder is composed of the humerus, glenoid, scapula, acromion, clavicle and surrounding soft tissue structures. The shoulder region includes the glenohumeral joint, the acromioclavicular joint, the sternoclavicular joint and the scapulothoracic articulation .. If we do not utilise our body’s full range of movement, that range decreases. With a decrease in range comes a decrease in functional mobility. A decrease in functional mobility makes the body more vulnerable to injury and pain, and can make general daily living activities such as getting out of bed, reaching for the seatbelt or putting socks on, difficult instead of easy. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #physiotherapy #osteopathy #shoulderworkout #shoulders #rangeofmovement #apleysscratchtest #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #shouldermobility #shoulderrehab #biomechanics #muscle #glenohumeral #shoulderstability #builder #tradie #rugbyleague See more
23.01.2022 How good is DOMS?! Lol.. Jokes, I don’t think anyone really enjoys Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS). .. DOMS is muscle pain that can develop after excessive and/or unaccustomed exercise. Is is caused by microtrauma (small myofibril tears) in the muscles which results in a inflammatory response with intramuscular fluid and electrolyte shifts. There can be swelling, altered muscle firing patterns and pain affecting muscle strength, movement and function. .. The hamstrings a...nd calf muscles assist with hip extension and knee internal rotation, external rotation and flexion. If these muscles are restricted it can affect those ranges of movement and also contribute to limited lumbar flexion. .. Vacuum cupping to help improve blood flow to the area, reduce pain and any fascial adhesions. Fascial adhesions can reduce the ability of nerves, veins, arteries and lymph vessels to slide through musculoskeletal structures and inhibit range of movement. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #legday #DOMS #delayedonsetmusclesoreness #musclesoreness #soremuscles #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab ##anatomy #fascia #myofascialrelease #myofascial #vacuumcupping #cuppingtherapy #cupping #squats #boxjumps #deadlift #optimalhealth #holistichealth #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine See more
23.01.2022 Sometimes, we don’t appreciate the ease of how we move until we can’t any more. Many of us feel like that about our neck range of movement. We don’t realise how much neck pain or reduced range of movement affects daily living activities like, checking the side mirror before changing lanes when driving or, putting a T-Shirt on or, sitting up from laying down, until it’s too hard to do! .. Upper trapezius assists with elevation, retraction, and upwards rotation of the pectoral ...(shoulder) girdle at the acromioclavicular and sternoclavicular joints, and also extends and laterally flexes the head and neck. Nerve supply is the accessory nerve and anterior rami of C3-C4. .. Electrotherapeutic Dry Needling (EMDN) intervention to the upper trapezius to actively assist the body by inducing a local biochemical change that promotes healing, potentially reducing the recovery time. ___________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #musclenation #uppertrapezius #traps #headache #headacherelief #neckpain #neckpainrelief #cervicalgia #cervicalpain #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #electrotherapy #osteopathy #physiotherapy #clinic #goldcoast #weightlifting #weightlifter #karate #bodybuilding #bodybuilder #gym #gymmotivation #prehab #rehab #trapsfordays See more
23.01.2022 A muscle strain, commonly called a pulled muscle, occurs when the muscle is overstretched or torn. Strains can happen in any muscle and areas commonly affected are the neck, lower back, hamstrings or calves. .. Muscle strains usually occur as a result of fatigue, overuse, repetitive or dysfunctional movements of a muscle. Symptoms can include sudden onset of pain, weakness, muscle spasm, swelling, bruising, stiffness, and reduced range of movement. .. Grade 1: Mild strain w...ith only a limited number of muscle fibres affected. There is no decrease in strength and there is a fully active and passive range of motion. Pain and tenderness are often delayed to the next day. Grade 2: Moderate strain with approximately half of the muscle fibres torn. Acute and significant pain is accompanied by swelling and a minor decrease in muscle strength. Grade 3: Tearing of the muscle all the way through, sometimes causing a "pop" sensation as the muscle rips into two separate pieces or shears away from its tendon. Complete loss of muscle function, as well as considerable pain, swelling, tenderness and bruising. There may be an obvious "dent" or "gap" under the skin where the ripped pieces of muscle have come apart. .. Taping to provide compression of the triceps brachii muscle fibres after a minor strain rockclimbing. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #muscle #musclestrain #pulledmuscle #prehab #rehab #goldcoast #clinic #rockclimbing #rockclimber #rockclimbingwomen #rockclimb #physiotherapy #osteopathy #rocktape #compression #triceps #armday #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #anatomy #biomechanics #workout #medical See more
23.01.2022 Yes, eyes have muscles that make them move and now you cant unsee this... Dynamic MRI of occular adduction and abduction Tag someone so they cant unsee it either. #Repost @radgirlcreations _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health.... For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #eyemuscles #medical #rehab #prehab #clinic #goldcoast #physiotherapy #osteopathy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #eye #eyes #sight #sightseeing #seeingisbelieving #see #seethrough #MRI #eyeballs See more
22.01.2022 Two nerves who’s main pathway before branching off is down the midline of the posterior leg, are the sciatic and tibial nerves. .. The sciatic nerve arises from the ventral rami of spinal nerves L4-S3. It is the largest nerve in the body with both motor and sensory functions. The tibial nerve (L4-S3) branches from the sciatic nerve in the posterior thigh, above the knee. The tibial nerve is the larger of the two divisions of the sciatic, the other being the common fibular ner...ve. .. Electrotherapeutic dry needling along the neural pathway of the sciatic and tibial nerves involves an electrical current flowing between two filiform needles. The electrical current pulse causes a contraction which can assist to reduce pain, increase nerve function and quicken the healing process. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #sciatica #sciaticarelief #sciaticapain #legday #legworkout #sciaticnerve #sciaticasucks #sciaticapainrelief #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #muscle #nerve #nervepain #nervepainrelief #neuralnetworks #neural #neuralink See more
22.01.2022 We dont really think of our ribs as having an effect on our movement BUT rib mobility can definitely influence the kinetic chains of the body. .. A decrease in rib or thoracic movement can: increase tension, decrease easy breathing ability, reduce thoracic range of movement, shoulder range of movement, cervical range of movement, lumbar range of movement, restrict neural pathways, and change biomechanics making daily living activities such as, driving, laying down, spinal ro...tation or putting on/taking off T-Shirts extremely difficult to do. .. Tape providing compression through the rib region while still allowing full range of movement and to help reduce rib pain. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #muscle #breathing #breathingexercises #breathingtechniques #ribs #ribcage #rocktape #taping #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #prehab #rehab #biomechanics #anatomy #tradie #gym #gymlife See more
22.01.2022 We hear the words AC Joint (acromioclavicular joint) used a lot in association with the shoulder, but not as much about the ligament that holds it together. The acromioclavicular ligament is a dense fibrous band which joins the acromion of the scapula with the clavicle, and provides stability to the acromioclavicular joint. .. Shoulder dysfunction is a common condition because the shoulder has a huge amount of mobility. When it is not functioning at its optimal level, it can ...impact heavily in our daily living activities and movement goals. .. Electrotherapeutic Dry Needling (EMDN) into the acromioclavicular ligament to help reduce pain in overhead movements and improve neurological pathways. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #shoulderworkout #shouldermobility #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #ACJoint #acromioclavicular #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #physiotherapy #osteopathy #biomechanics #electrotherapy #ligament #muscle #clinic #goldcoast See more
22.01.2022 Did you know Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) dysfunction and associated structures can contribute to some types of headaches. .. The TMJ is a synovial hinge joint between the mandible fossa, articular tubercle of the temporal bone and the mandibular condyle. This particular joint moves the jaw up, down or laterally creating the movements for talking, chewing and laughing etc. Symptoms of TMJ dysfunction may include: Tight facial or jaw muscles (from jaw clenching or teeth gri...nding). TMJ or facial pain (from jaw clenching or teeth grinding). A clicking noise with jaw movement. Restricted movement of the TMJ. Altered bite pattern (the way the top and bottom teeth fit together). Difficultly or pain with chewing Contribute to toothache, earache, neck or shoulder pain. Headaches Tenderness or pain with palpation around the TMJ and associated structures .. Manual dry needling to the masseter muscle. The masseter assists with elevation, adduction and protraction of the mandible. Nerve supply is the massenteric nerve. This technique was used in conjunction with joint mobilisation and nerve manipulation. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #musclenation #temporomandibularjoint #temporomandibular #temporomandibularjointdisorder #tmjdisorder #tmj #headache #headacherelief #jawpain #jawpainrelief #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #health #painfree #painfreeliving See more
22.01.2022 Did you know.. Lifting weights can improve bone strength As we age our bones can become brittle with reduced bone density, increasing the chances of fractures (complete or partial bone break), and/or osteoporosis. .. Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose minerals, such as calcium, quicker than the body is able to replace them, causing a loss of bone thickness (density or mass). A minor bump or fall can cause serious damage with common fracture sites being the; hip, spine ...and wrist. .. To increase your bone density you can participate in regular physical exercise. Lifting weights or resistance training provides a certain amount of stress or impact on the bone, to which it must adapt to by becoming more dense, e.g. stronger. Regular exercise also helps to maintain balance and coordination skills reducing the chance of falls, and increases the strength and capacity of our muscles .. If you have any health concerns, always check with your healthcare professional before commencing an exercise program. Have fun, and move some weight! ____________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #musclestrength #strength #strengthtraining #strengthandconditioning #osteoporosis #osteoporosisprevention #bonedensity #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #health #osteopathy #physiotherapy #clinic #goldcoast #clinicalpilates #gym #gymmotivation #gymlife #prehab #rehab #injuryprevention #balance #fracture #degeneration #oldage See more
21.01.2022 Arm day errrryday! Triceps brachii is composed of 3 heads (medial, lateral and long) and all heads assist with forearm extension at the elbow joint, while the long head also assists with extension and stabilisation of the glenohumeral (shoulder) joint. Nerve supply is the radial nerve (C6-C8). .. Here is Electrotherapeutic Dry Needling (EMDN) intervention to the triceps to actively assist the body by inducing a local biochemical change that promotes healing, potentially re...ducing the recovery time. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #muscle #armday #armworkout #tricepsworkout #triceps #tricepsday #tradie #tradielife #surf #surfer #surfing #surflife #myotechdryneedles #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #electrotherapy #osteopathy #physiotherapy #clinic #goldcoast #elbowpain #health See more
21.01.2022 MMTs chosen cause for August: The Disabled Surfers Association of Australia, donation is done! @disabledsurfersaus .. The Disabled Surfers Association of Australia has 16 branches across Australia and New Zealand. They create opportunities for disabled participants and able bodied volunteers to experience unique, safe and happy surfing events under the supervision of trained Team Leaders and Beach Marshals. .. They also have a partnership with wheelchair manufacturer Innov...ative Care Solutions and have designed the SurfnTurf all terrain wheelchair, which is a beach wheelchair with interchangeable wheels ranging from balloon tyres for the beach to BMX wheels for bush tracks and pathways. .. For more information about The Disabled Surfers Association of Australia, check out: www.disabledsurfers.org _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #community #service #donation #surf #surfers #surfing #disabledsurfingaustralia #disabled #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab #medical #joy #barrel #wavesfordays #waves #participation See more
21.01.2022 It is very common in the clinic to see patients unable to lift their arms above their head to full range of movement. That is not supposed to be our normal! .. Overhead movements like putting on a t-shirt, or rotating to reach for a seatbelt, should be easy and pain free, but will require shoulder range of movement to complete these things with ease! .. Electrotherapeutic dry needling to latissimus dorsi to actively assist the body by inducing a local biochemical change that ...promotes healing, potentially reducing the recovery time. .. Latissimus dorsi assists with shoulder adduction, medial rotation and extension at the glenohumeral joint. Nerve supply is the thoracodorsal nerve (C6-C8). _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #shoulderworkout #shoulders #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #shouldermobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #electrotherapy #myotechdryneedles #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #medical #muscle #armday #goldcoast #clinic #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #anatomy #biomechanics #latissimusdorsi #latworkout See more
20.01.2022 Bursae (small, fluid-filled sacs) cushion and lubricate points between the bones, tendons and muscles near the joints. Bursitis occurs when bursae become inflamed. The most common locations for bursitis are in the shoulder, elbow and hip. .. There are over 150 bursae in the human body and they are lined with synovial cells. Synovial cells produce a lubricant that reduces friction between tissues. This cushioning and lubrication allows our joints to move easily. Inflammation o...f the bursae can cause movement or pressure over the bursae site to be painful. Repetitive movements, injury, and sometimes an infection from gout or rheumatoid arthritis may cause bursitis. .. Here is photobiomodulation (low level laser) to help reduce inflammation of the third and fourth metatarsophalangeal bursae (3rd and 4th toes). _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #osteopathy #physiotherapy #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #goldcoast #clinic #bursitis #bursae #bursa #foot #footpain #footpainrelief #toes #toepain #bursitis #legday #squats #run #running #runningmotivation #runner #lowlevellasertherapy #photobiomodulation #muscle #prehab #rehab #biomechanics See more
20.01.2022 The erector spinae are a group of muscles that run from the base of the skull to the sacrum on the left and right of the vertebral column. .. The muscles are divided into cervical, thoracic and lumbar groups and they help to provide stability and movement of the spinal column. Bilateral contraction extends the spine and unilateral contraction side-bends the spine. ..... Here is taping to support the lumbar spine and assist with movement awareness. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #medical #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #lowerbackpain #lowerbackpainrelief #lumbar #backpain #backpainrelief #physiotherapy #osteopathy #muscle #rocktape #biomechanics #anatomy See more
19.01.2022 Theres something quite satisfying about landing a solid leg kick in Muay Thai. The repetitive pivoting up on the ball of the foot of the balancing leg, can sometimes cause pain to the kicker not the kickee though. .. The extensor digitorum longus muscle is involved with quite a few different movements of the ankle and toes. It assists with dorsiflexion of the ankle (talocrural joint), eversion of the foot (subtalar joint), and extension of toes 2-5 (metatarsophalangeal and i...nterphalangeal joints). Nerve supply is the motor branch of the deep fibular nerve (L5-S1). .. Here is Electrotherapeutic Dry Needling (EMDN) to extensor digitorum longus to help reduce pain felt with toe extension when running, pivoting to kick in Muay Thai and in push-up position. EMDN actively assists the body in healing by inducing a local biochemical change, which promotes the bodys natural repair systems, potentially reducing the recovery time. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #muscle #muaythai #muaythaitraining #nakmuay #legkick #legday #running #pushups #myotechdryneedles #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #electrotherapy #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab #anatomy #biomechanics #fights #fighter #fighttraining See more
19.01.2022 An inversion sprain (outward rolling of the ankle and inward rolling of the foot), is a very common ankle injury. It can happen from landing incorrectly on the foot when skating, jumping, walking or running on uneven surfaces, or a fall that may cause the ankle to twist. .. Often there can be swelling, bruising, tenderness to touch, pain when weight bearing on the affected ankle, instability of the affected ankle and/or a popping sensation or sound at the time of injury. With... an inversion sprain pain is felt on the outside of the ankle, normally due to the ankle moving beyond its normal range of movement causing the lateral ligaments to also stretch beyond normal capacity. .. The most commonly affected ligaments are the calcaneofibular, anterior talofibular and posterior talofibular ligaments. This may result in a Grade 1, 2 or 3 ligament sprain. .. Here is taping to help provide stability to the lateral ankle while also allowing for movement. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #osteopathy #physiotherapy #medical #ankle #anklepain #anklepainrelief #rolledankle #rocktape #legday #squats #run #hike #taping #kinesiotaping #goldcoast #clinic #rehab #prehab #muscle #calves #anatomy #biomechanics See more
18.01.2022 Getting run ready by mobilising some fascia! Fascia is a sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue enveloping, separating, or binding together muscles, organs, and other soft structures of the body. .. The closely packed bundles of collagen fibers orientate in a wavy pattern parallel to the direction of pull. Fascia is consequently flexible and able to resist great unidirectional tension forces until the wavy pattern of fibers has been straightened out by the pulling force. ...These collagen fibers are produced by fibroblasts located within the fascia. .. Persistent posture, trauma, repetitive movements, immobility, hyper- or hypotonic muscles all affect the functionality of fascia. .. Vacuum cupping is one way to help restore the fascia fibres ability to glide over one another. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #vacuumcupping #cuppingtherapy #cupping #myofascial #myofascialrelease #fascia #fascialstretchtherapy #physiotherapy #osteopathy #medical #clinic #goldcoast #prehab #rehab #muscle #anatomy #biomechanics #hamstrings #legday #run #running See more
17.01.2022 Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), commonly known as shin splints, is a painful condition affecting the distal third of the posteromedial border of the tibia (shin bone). .. It is an exercise induced condition caused by repetitive loading stress on the tibia during activities such as running, jumping or marching. .. Characterised by posteromedial surface subcutaneous periostitis (inflammation of the periosteum: a connective tissue that surrounds bone), in many cases it can... also involve underlying cortical bone microtrauma. .. Here is rigid taping to the shins to help reduce medial foot loading during running. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #marathon #marathontraining #marathonrunner #running #runningmotivation #medical #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #anatomy #biomechanics #medialtibialstresssyndrome #shinsplints #shinsplintsrecovery #runner #legday #clinic #goldcoast #rigidtaping #taping #legpain See more
17.01.2022 The gastrocnemius, soleus and plantaris muscles make up what is commonly known as the calf muscles. These muscles are important for walking, running, jumping, climbing or looking good in a gym selfie .. Gastrocnemius assists with knee flexion and ankle plantar flexion. Nerve supply is the tibial nerve (S1-S2). Soleus assists with plantar flexion of the ankle. Nerves supply is the tibial nerve (S1-S2).... Plantaris assists with knee flexion and plantar flexion of the ankle. Nerve supply is the tibial nerve (S1-S2). .. Here is electrotherapeutic dry needling to the medial and lateral aspects of the soleus muscles, to actively assist the body in healing by inducing a local biochemical change, which promotes the bodys natural repair systems, potentially reducing the recovery time. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #legday #calfmuscles #squats #deadlift #running #medical #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #muscle #calves #calvesworkout #anatomy #biomechanics See more
16.01.2022 Lateral epicondylalgia, commonly known as tennis elbow, often occurs with loaded and repeated gripping and/or repeated wrist extension. Insidious onset of pain can occur 24-72hours after unaccustomed activity. .. The extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) muscle is most commonly affected, but extensor digitorum or extensor carpi ulnaris may also be implicated. .. Here is rigid taping to the lateral elbow to help reduce loading on the extensor mechanism, especially in movements... of the forearm and wrist involving gripping and pronation. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #lateralepicondylalgia #lateralepicondylitis #tenniselbow #tenniselbowtreatment #elbow #elbowpain #elbowpainrelief #health #medical #rigidtape #tradie #tradielife #carpenter #surfer #clinic #goldcoast #physiotherapy #osteopathy #muscle #biomechanics See more
16.01.2022 Sometimes being electrocuted can be therapeutic, promise! While the electropen can seem scary, it’s definitely not as bad as it looks! The first few times you feel your nerve(s) activate muscle or skin without you first prompting it to happen can definitely feel a bit weird, but then your body adapts and the contractions feel fine. Quite often people start laughing and can’t stop when being treated with the electropen. .. Electropen stimulation to the superior gluteal nerv...e to help reduce pain and tension to the lateral hip, reduce nerve irritation and increase nerve conduction. .. The superior gluteal nerve begins from the ventral rami of spinal nerves L4-S1 and passes through the greater sciatic foramen to innervate the Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus and Tensor Fascia Latae (TFL) muscles. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #clinic #goldcoast #nerve #nervepain #nervepainrelief #neuralnetworks #neural #neuralgia #electrotherapy #electropen #osteopathy #physiotherapy #nervestimulation #prehab #rehab #hipmobility #hippain #hippainrelief #hippainsucks #glutes #gluteworkout See more
16.01.2022 Taping to help with proprioception and reduction of over-stretching muscle fibres after a 13cm tear to semitendinosus while surfing. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au... .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #hamstrings #hamstringtear #legday #hamstringworkout #hamstringstretch #surf #surfing #surfinglife #surfer #clinic #barrel #goldcoast #rocktape #prehab #rehab #biomechanics #anatomy See more
16.01.2022 How many tear’s can the body have? Muscle tear, tendon tear, ligament tear, tear from your eye.. I’m sure there’s many more. In this case though, it’s the very common gastrocnemius (calf) muscle tear from sprints! .. Muscle tears are graded on their severity between 1-3. Grade 1: Mild damage to individual muscle fibers (less than 5% of fibers) that causes minimal loss of strength and movement. Grade 1 injuries generally take about 2-3 weeks to improve. Grade 2: More extensive... damage with more muscle fibers involved. However, the muscle is not completely ruptured. These injuries present with significant loss of strength and movement. Grade 2 injuries may require 2-3 months before a complete return to sporting activities. Grade 3: Complete rupture of a muscle or tendon. These can present with a palpable defect in the muscle or tendon. However, swelling in the area may make this difficult to detect. Grade 3 injuries sometimes require surgery to reattach the damaged muscle and tendon. .. Taping to help with proprioception and reduction of over-stretching muscle fibres. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #run #running #runningmotivation #sprints #sprinting #sprinttraining #sprinter #muscletear #calfworkout #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #legday #muscle #prehab #rehab #biomechanics #gastrocnemius #medical #rocktape #moana See more
16.01.2022 Torticollis, never heard of her?.. Torticollis, also known as wry neck is the most common of the focal dystonias. It is excessive or inadequate tone of the muscles in the neck that control the position of the head. Individuals will often keep their head angled to reduce pain felt. .. An acute episode can be caused by: Tummy sleeping position with neck rotated.... Abnormal position during awkward activity. Minor trauma. Sitting without sufficient support for the head. Poor ergonomics or posture. Carrying unequal amounts of weight causing the neck to strain, e.g. heavy groceries or handbag. Inflammation or infection of the neck. Neck injury. .. Symptoms can include severe pain which is easily located, but aggravated by movement, especially rotation to affected side. Symptoms will normally resolve within 7-10 days. Individuals may also experience headache, neck stiffness, and maintaining one shoulder higher than the other to reduce neck pain. .. Treatments which may help relieve symptoms include heat pack, massage, traction, stretching exercises and manual therapy. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #medical #torticollis #neck #neckpain #neckpainrelief #cervical #cervicalspine #wryneck #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #jointmobility #vertebrae #muscle #biomechanics #holistichealth #optimalhealth See more
15.01.2022 One of a possible range of mechanisms for how Electrotherapeutic Dry Needling (EMDN) works is: Electrical stimulation of the motor end plate region via insertion of the needles, contracts muscle fibres reducing excessive acetylcholine stores. Activation of Aa- and C-fibre nociceptors is modulated by a number of sensitizing and algogenic substances, such as substance P, bradykinin, histamine, calcitonin gene- related peptide, prostaglandins, interleukin-1a, tumor necrosis fa...ctor, and nerve growth factor. All of these can be released following cellular damage e.g. insertion of needles. The release of nitric oxide from the insertion of needles causes vasodilation, increasing blood flow. .. EMDN is regularly used at MMT and the combination of the above mechanisms is how it can actively assist in reducing or changing pain. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #muscle #electrotherapy #dryneedling #dryneedle #dryneedlingtherapy #myotechdryneedles #medical #needling #needlingtreatment #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #therapy #optimalhealth #holistichealth #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #biomechanics #anatomy See more
14.01.2022 Compartment syndrome describes a dangerous accumulation of fluid within a muscular compartment of a limb that can lead to impaired blood flow, decreased oxygen delivery and cell death, in severe cases. This condition is classified as either acute or chronic, with acute often being a medical emergency that requires surgical intervention. .. In this video, @evan_ask shows how his leg appears now after suffering an acute compartment syndrome of the quadriceps compartment several... years ago. He experienced this injury after receiving a hard check during a hockey game and immediately noticed swelling and sensory and motor changes in his leg. He was rushed to the emergency department of the local hospital where they splayed his thigh open, cutting some of the fascia, which allowed the pressure to drop and prevent any permanent damage to the femoral nerve. This procedure is known as a fasciotomy. His leg was left open for several days to allow intracompartmental pressure to decrease. During this time, blood clots were removed daily by hand and the wound was closely monitored for signs of infection. .. Following surgery, rehab focused mainly on regaining knee flexion range of motion. He reports that strength came back without problem, but still has numbness around the incision. .. These days, he has no pain or issues with function and competes professionally in motorcycle racing. Pretty cool case! #Repost @rehabscience _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #compartment #compartmentsyndrome #medical #legday #quads #quadriceps #thigh #hockey #muscle #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #optimalhealth #prehab #rehab #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #anatomy #biomechanics See more
13.01.2022 Signals activate! Or de-activate in this case.. A cool clip explaining a little about our pain mechanisms.
13.01.2022 Rotator cuff. What does this mysterious phrase mean? There are 4 muscles which make up the rotator cuff (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis), and they are all involved with movement of the shoulder. .. Supraspinatus: Abducts the shoulder, stabilises the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity. Nerve supply is the suprascapular nerve (C5-C6). Infraspinatus: Laterally rotates the shoulder, adducts the shoulder, stabilises the head of the humerus in th...e glenoid cavity. Nerve supply is the suprascapular nerve (C5-C6). Teres minor: Laterally rotates the shoulder, adducts the shoulder, stabilises the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity. Nerve supply is the axillary nerve (C5-C6). Subscapularis (not shown): Medically rotates the shoulder, stabilises the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity. Nerve supply is the upper and lower subscapular nerves (C5-C7). .. Clinical significance: Tendinopathy or a tear to one of the rotator cuff tendons is a common cause of shoulder pain and disability among adults. .. Here is electrotherapeutic dry needling to suprapinatus and infraspinatus to actively assist the body in healing by inducing a local biochemical change, which promotes the body’s natural repair systems, potentially reducing the recovery time. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For more info about MMT, check out: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #shoulderworkout #shoulders #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #shouldermobility #shoulderrehab #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #electrotherapy #osteopathy #physiotherapy #muscle #tendinopathy #rotatorcuff #rotatorcuffrehab #rotatorcufftear #rotatorcuffsurgery #clinic #goldcoast See more
13.01.2022 We often hear the word meniscus being used but what actually is it? The menisci are a medial and lateral crescent-shaped fibrocartilagous pad between the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone). They provide a smooth surface for the joint to move on. .. The two menisci are easily injured by the force of rotating the knee while bearing weight. A partial or total tear may occur when a person quickly twists or rotates the upper leg while the foot stays still (for example, when ...dribbling a basketball around an opponent or turning to hit a tennis ball). If the tear is tiny, the meniscus stays connected to the front and back of the knee; if the tear is large, the meniscus may be left hanging by a thread of cartilage. The seriousness of a tear depends on its location and extent. .. A meniscal tear may produce pain with knee rotation, difficulty straightening the knee into full extension, the feeling of the knee being locked in place when movement is attempted and will commonly take 6-8 weeks to fully heal, alternatively some tears may require surgery. .. Here is taping to help stabilise the knee while it is still in the acute swelling phase. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #meniscus #meniscusrehab #meniscustear #meniscusrecovery #meniscusrepair #meniscussurgery #rocktape #kneepain #kneepainrelief #legday #running #basketball #tennis #pivot #muaythai #netball #prehab #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #muscle See more
13.01.2022 Twitches so good theyll make your fingers tap! Repetitive movements can create inflammation or pain within the body, and conditions such as lateral epicondylalgia commonly referred to as tennis elbow, which is inflammation of the Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis (ECRB) tendon attachment to the elbow. .. Tendinosis is a chronic condition within a tendon, generally caused from repetitive loading. Repetitive movements can cause muscle fatigue, leading to motor neuron reorganisa...tion, performance deficits, inflammation or potential injury. With tendinosis there is collagen (a structural protein) disarray within the tendon, reducing its ability to heal. This extends the time it will take for the tendon to return to normal. .. Continued repetitive activity can stress the tendon but an Electrotherapeutic Dry Needling (EMDN) intervention actively assists the body by inducing a local biochemical change that promotes healing, potentially reducing the recovery time. .. The other important structure within this region is the radial nerve, which should also be treated to reduce neural irritation or restriction. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #clinic #prehab #rehab #muscle #goldcoast #physiotherapy #osteopathy #elbow #elbowpain #tenniselbow #lateralepicondylalgia #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #myotechdryneedles #electrotherapy #anatomy #biomechanics #elbowrehab #fingertapping See more
12.01.2022 Vacuum cupping to mobilise some fascia! Fascia is a sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue enveloping, separating, or binding together muscles, organs, and other soft structures of the body. .. The closely packed bundles of collagen fibers orientate in a wavy pattern parallel to the direction of pull. Fascia is consequently flexible and able to resist great unidirectional tension forces until the wavy pattern of fibers has been straightened out by the pulling force. These... collagen fibers are produced by fibroblasts located within the fascia. .. Persistent posture, trauma, repetitive movements, immobility, hyper- or hypotonic muscles all affect the functionality of fascia. .. Vacuum cupping is one way to help restore the fascia fibres ability to glide over one another. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #myofascialrelease #fascia #fascialstretchtherapy #fascialrelease #cuppingtherapy #cupping #cuppingmassage #fascial #muscle #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #legday #hamstrings #hamstringworkout #hamstringstretch #hamstringrehab #prehab #rehab #biomechanics See more
12.01.2022 Pain in the neck? Or just lack of movement? .. The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) has a sternal muscle belly and a clavicular muscle belly. It assists unilaterally with cervical lateral flexion and rotation, and bilaterally assists with cervical flexion, and elevation of the sternum and clavicles acting as an accessory muscle for inhalation. Nerve supply is the accessory nerve (CNXI), with proprioceptive fibres from the anterior rami C2-C4. .. Here is Electrotherapeutic dry needli...ng (EMDN) to the SCM to help improve neck rotation and lateral flexion, and also to decrease tension and pain at the base of the skull during daily activities. .. EMDN involves an electrical current flowing between two filiform needles. The electrical current pulses cause a contraction which can reduce muscle tension and pain, increase nerve function and increase the healing process. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #electrotherapy #mobility #neckpain #neckpainrelief #neckpaintreatment #myotechdryneedles #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #prehab #rehab #biomechanics #anatomy #SCM #sternocleidomastoid See more
12.01.2022 Leg pump? Check Electrotherapeutic dry needling to the midline of the gastrocnemius (calf) muscle. .. The gastrocnemius is made up of a medial and lateral muscle belly. Together with the soleus and plantaris muscles they are collectively known as the calf muscles. .. The gastrocnemius assists with knee flexion and ankle plantarflexion. Nerve supply is the tibial nerve (S1-S2). The medial gastrocnemius muscle belly is a common region for a muscle strain (tear).... .. Electrotherapeutic Dry Needling (EMDN) intervention to the gastrocnemius to actively assist the body by inducing a local biochemical change that promotes healing, potentially reducing the recovery time. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #optimalhealth #anatomy #muscle #legday #calves #calvesworkout #physicaltherapy #osteopathy #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #electrotherapy #gastrocnemius #clinic #goldcoast #prehab #rehab #muaythai #trainingday See more
12.01.2022 Myotherapy isnt just for adults, we get younger legends in the clinic too! .. MMT treats youth aged between 7-16 years old. This involves a holistic assessment of nerves, muscles, joints and biomechanics, including special testing of the presenting condition, and treatment based on examination findings within appropriate medical guidelines and the child/adolescents comfort levels. .. Here is photobiomodulation (low level laser), and taping to the calcaneal tendon to he...lp reduce inflammation and pain for a 9yo, from clocking between 14,000 to 25,000 steps per day after getting a Fitbit! _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #muscle #footpain #foot #anklepain #ankle #achillestendon #achillestendonitis #plantarfascia #plantarfasciitis #rocktape #lowlevellasertherapy #photobiomodulation #youth #adolescents #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #anatomy #biomechanics #medical See more
11.01.2022 Plantar fasciitis is a common condition of the foot that 1 in 10 people will experience. But what is plantar fasciitis? .. Plantar fasciitis (technically a fasciosis) is the chronic degeneration of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia consists of 3 bands (medial, central and lateral) separated by an intermuscular septum and made up of longitudinal collagen fibres originating at the calcaneal tuberosity (heel) extending into the five digital bands at the metatarsophalangeal ...joints (toes). .. The function of the plantar fascia is to provide dynamic shock absorption, arch support and protection to underlying anatomical structures. Plantar fasciopathy symptoms include: Pain normally felt on the medial aspect of the calcaneal tuberosity. Pain worse in the morning and during the first few steps after sitting for a prolonged period. Pain is described as sharp, deep and achy. Symptoms improve with walking, and worsen with passive ankle dorsiflexion Pain with palpation. .. Risk factors for plantar fasciopathy: Bone spurs Decreased ankle dorsiflexion Prolonged standing/walking occupations Obesity Repetitive impact activity, e.g. running Pes cavus (high arch) or pes planus (flat feet) foot type .. Here is photobiomodulation (low level laser) being used to treat plantar fasciopathy as part of an integrative treatment plan. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #foot #footfetishnation #plantarfasciitis #plantarfascia #photobiomodulation #lowlevellasertherapy #rehab #prehab #physiotherapy #osteopathy #anatomy #biomechanics #running #tradie See more
11.01.2022 Glenohumeral joint relocation with rigid taping, e.g. taping the shoulder back. .. The glenohumeral joint is a ball and socket type synovial joint, formed between the glenoid fossa of the scapula and the head of the humerus. The ball and socket joint allows for a wide variety of movements to be made by the shoulder, creating the most freely moving joint of the body. .. The glenohumeral joint moves on 3 different axes: flexion/extension, abduction/adduction and medial/lateral ...rotation. A combination of these movements results in circumduction of the shoulder. Common clinical conditions of this area are rotator cuff injury, subluxation and tendinopathies. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #shoulder #shoulderworkout #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #medical #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #anatomy #biomechanics #muscle #rigidtaping #taping #rehab #prehab #subluxation #shoulderdislocation #shoulderrehab See more
11.01.2022 How often do you think about your ankle mobility? How would ankle mobility actually influence your daily living activities? .. Ankle mobility refers to the flexibility of the ankle joint and its surrounding muscles and tendons. When the ankle is flexible, there is greater range of movement when the region is activated during activities. If ankles are stiff or weak, ankle exercises and stretching can help reduce pain and improve mobility, strength and athletic performance. ..... Adding ankle mobility into a regular exercise program will assist with injury prevention, and strengthening the ankles will help with proper walking biomechanics, including helping to prevent muscles attached to the hip or knee from weakening. .. This picture indicates reduced ankle dorsiflexion on a squat angle calf block against a wall. Ankle restriction can come from reduced joint mobility and muscle or tendon tension. .. Calf block made by @timber_strength_mobility _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #mobility #ankle #anklemobility #ankleinjury #anklerehab #anklesprain #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #medical #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #squats #run #walk #physiotherapy #osteopathy #biomechanics #muscle #calves #calfworkout #legday See more
10.01.2022 Who else has a distinctive laugh and is known to have uncontrollable laughing fits? Asking for a friend.. Laughter is the physical response in humans, consisting typically of rhythmical, often audible contractions of the diaphragm and other parts of the respiratory system. It is an individuals response to certain external or internal stimuli. .. Laughter can decrease stress hormones thereby improving mood, increase immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, which ...may improve your resistance to disease. Laughter also triggers the release of endorphins, the bodys natural feel-good chemicals. Endorphins promote an overall sense of well-being and can even temporarily relieve pain. Laughter increases blood flow improving the function of blood vessels, and creates connection to others, strengthening bonds between people. .. For more info on the health benefits of laughter integrated with your daily life, check out: https://www.helpguide.org//laughter-is-the-best-medicine./ _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #laughteristhebestmedicine #laughterisgoodforthesoul #laughter #laughing #jokes #hilarious #endorphins #endorphinsmakeyouhappy #immunesupport #happy #happiness #prehab #rehab #osteopathy #physiotherapy #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #clinic #goldcoast #medicine #funny #painrelief #moodbooster #depressionhelp #connection #community See more
09.01.2022 Who has heard of the rotator cuff, but wonders what exactly does the rotator cuff do? There are 4 muscles which make up the rotator cuff (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis), and they are all involved with movement of the shoulder. .. Supraspinatus: abducts the shoulder, stabilises the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity. Nerve supply is the suprascapular nerve (C5-C6). Infraspinatus: laterally rotates the shoulder, adducts the shoulder, stabili...ses the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity. Nerve supply is the suprascapular nerve (C5/C6). Teres minor: laterally rotates the shoulder, adducts the shoulder, stabilises the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity. Nerve supply is the axillary nerve (C5-C6). Subscapularis (not shown): medically rotates the shoulder, stabilises the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity. Nerve supply is the upper and lower subscapular nerves (C5-C7). .. Here is vacuum cupping with movement to the anterior and posterior shoulders plus the upper thoracic to help improve upper body range of moment. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For more info about MMT, check out: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #muscle #shoulder #shoulderworkout #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #medical #physiotherapy #osteopathy #rehab #prehab #shouldermobility #vacuumcupping #cupping #cuppingtherapy #tradie #surf #anatomy #biomechanics #clinic #goldcoast See more
08.01.2022 Vertigo (noun): A sensation of whirling and loss of balance, associated particularly with looking down from a great height, or caused by conditions affecting the inner ear or the vestibular nerve. .. One condition that can cause vertigo symptoms is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), commonly referred to as positional vertigo. BPPV occurs when tiny calcium carbonate particles (otoconia), move or clump together in the canals of the inner ear. This can affect a person’...s sense of balance because the inner ear sends signals to the brain about head and body movements relative to gravity. BPPV can occur for no known reason and but may be associated with ageing. .. Vertigo symptoms are often triggered by a change in position of the head, and are described to feel like spinning, swaying, unbalanced, pulled to one direction, nausea, headaches, tinnitus, abnormal eye movements and sweating. There are manual therapy techniques that can reduce or eliminate BPPV symptoms. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #medical #vertigo #vertigosucks #positionalvertigo #headache #headacherelief #motionsickness #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab #biomechanics #anatomy #tinnitus #nausea #benignparoxysmalpositionalvertigo #vagus #vagusnerve #vagusnervestimulation See more
08.01.2022 My lump, my lump, my lovely tendon lump, check it out *Black Eyed Peas tune. Calcaneal tendinopathy is often caused by continuous, intense physical activity, such as running and jumping. .. The calcaneal tendon, commonly known as the Achilles’ tendon, is a confluence of the gastrocnemius, soleus and plantaris muscles, and is one of the strongest tendons in the body. The tendon inserts onto the posterior surface of the calcaneus (heel bone). .. Tendinosis is a chronic condi...tion within a tendon, generally caused from repetitive loading. There is collagen (structural protein) disarray within the tendon, reducing it’s ability to heal. This extends the time it will take for the tendon to return to normal. .. Here is an indication of a non-insertional calcaneal tendinopathy. The lump in the middle of the calcaneal tendon indicates the fibres have begun to deteriorate via micro tears, swelling and thickening. This area can be tender to palpate and often affects middle to long distance runners. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #musclenation #run #running #runner #runningmotivation #marathon #marathonrunner #halfmarathon #halfmarathontraining #triathlon #triathlete #achilles #achillesrehab #achillestendonitis #achillesrupture #tendinopathy #tendinitis #osteopathy #physiotherapy #rehab #prehab #clinic #goldcoast #lump #ankleinjury #legday #legworkout See more
08.01.2022 The patellar ligament is the distal portion of the common tendon for the quadricep muscles, which continues from the patella to the tibial tuberosity and is a continuation of the quadriceps tendon. .. Common patellar ligament dysfunction symptoms include: 1. Pain with palpation to the inferior aspect of the patella. 2. Load-related pain that increases with the demand on the quadriceps, notably in activities that store and release energy in the patellar tendon, e.g. jumping, w...alking down stairs. 3. Pain with kneeling, knee range of movement, or instability of the knee when walking. .. Here is electrotherapeutic dry needling (EMDN) to the medial and lateral aspects of the patellar ligament. EMDN involves an electrical current flowing between two filiform needles. The electrical pulse can cause a contraction of muscle fibres and also actively assist the body by inducing a local biochemical change that promotes healing, potentially reducing the recovery time. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #patellartendonitis #patella #patellarligament #kneepain #kneepainrelief #legday #legworkout #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #electrotherapy #ligaments #ligamenttear #osteopathy #physiotherapy #clinic #goldcoast #prehab #rehab #myotechdryneedles #muscle See more
08.01.2022 Who’s keen for a 50km trail run that includes obstacles minus any knee pain?! .. Symptoms of patellofemoral dysfunction include: Pain, and possibly swelling, in the front of the knee, that may increase with squats, jumps, kneeling, running, or walking downstairs. A popping, grinding, slipping, or catching feeling when bending the knee.... Feeling unstable, like the knee may buckle. .. The patellar is a separate bone that sits between the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin), attached by a powerful tendon and ligament. During knee movements the patella glides in the trochlear groove at the base of the femur. Injuries from sports, repetitive movements, or trauma can cause the patella to move slightly off centre and not track properly in the trochlear groove. In most cases, the patella shifts towards the outside of the leg, but it can also move towards the inside. .. While research varies, some ways to prevent patellar tracking disorder are: Stretching legs before and after exercise. Weight training to build and maintain strength in the muscles around the knees, thighs, and hips. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #patellofemoralpainsyndrome #patellartrackingdisorder #kneepain #kneepainrelief #running #runningmotivation #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #runner #trailrunning #spartan #spartanrace #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #muscle #biomechanics #needlework #anatomy #legday See more
08.01.2022 Simple Acromioclavicular (AC) joint taping with upper trapezius inhibition. .. The AC joint is the meeting point of the clavicle (collarbone) and the acromion of the scapula (shoulder blade). Stability of the ACJ is provided by the coracoclavicular ligament, the acromioclavicular ligament and the joint capsule. .. A common injury within this region is damage to the acromioclavicular ligaments, often from direct force such as falling onto the shoulder or contact sports. This c...an range from Grade 1: minimal joint disruption, to Grade 5: complete tear of the ligaments. .. Rigid taping stabilises the joint preventing excessive movement and reducing the chance further injury. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health, movement and longevity. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #shoulder #shoulderjoint #glenohumeral #medical #ACJ #ACJoint #ligaments #ligamenttear #taping #shoulderinjury #shoulderstability #shoulderworkout #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #muscle #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #anatomy #biomechanics #tradie #surfer #surf #surfing See more
07.01.2022 What is the difference between tendinitis and tendinosis? Tendinitis is acute inflammation of the muscle tendon and will often go away within a few days. .. Tendinosis is micro-tears within the tendon causing degeneration of the tendons collagen, often in response to chronic overuse with inadequate time to heal and repair, or repetitive movements. There is no inflammation with tendinosis. ..... Here is photobiomodulation and electrotherapeutic dry needling to the lateral elbow as treatment techniques for lateral epicondylalgia, tendinosis of the extensor carpi radialis brevis muscle. A condition also known as tennis elbow. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #elbow #elbowpain #lateralepicondylalgia #tenniselbow #tenniselbowtreatment #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #optimalhealth #holistichealth #medical #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #electrotherapy #myotechdryneedles #photobiomodulation #lowlevellasertherapy #tendinosis #tendinitis #tendinopathy See more
07.01.2022 Check that twitch! Electropen activation of the femoral nerve! The femoral nerve arises from the ventral rami of L2-L4. It has an anterior and posterior division. .. Muscles innervated by the femoral nerve motor branches include: All quadricep muscles Pectineus... Iliacus Sartorius Areas innervated by the femoral nerve sensory branches include: Skin of the anterior and medial thigh. Skin of the medial side of the lower leg and foot. .. The femoral nerve also innervates the capsule of the hip joint and allows for proprioceptive feedback about the joint. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #medical #optimalhealth #holistichealth #clinic #goldcoast #nerves #nervepain #neuralnetworks #neuralink #neuroscience #neuralgia #electrotherapy #electricity #prehab #rehab #anatomy #legday #quads #quadworkout #femoral #squats #muscle #anatomy #biomechanics See more
07.01.2022 Kneecap Function: The patella (kneecap) serves a very important function - It makes your quadriceps muscles more effective due to its important function as a sesamoid bone. In fact, the patella makes the quads approximately 30% more powerful! .. The tendon of the quadriceps muscles crosses over the knee joint, attaching on the leg just under the front of the knee. When the muscle contracts, it rotates the knee into extension by pulling up on the lower leg. .. Because the pate...lla lies between the tendon and knee, it positions the tendon farther away from the point of rotation. This distance imparts a major mechanical advantage (the farther away from the center of rotation, the less force/effort needed to lift). .. Pain associated with the joint behind the patella (patellofemoral joint) is quite common and can often be successfully treated with hip and knee training and a bit of behavior modification. #Repost @rehabscience _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #legday #patellofemoralpainsyndrome #kneecap #quads #quadriceps #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab #muscle #biomechanics #anatomy #run #sprint #weights #squats #walk See more
07.01.2022 Love this pic of where blood has risen to the superficial layers of skin in areas where the muscles have been worked on, including between the ribs. .. Adequate blood flow around the body is important because blood contributes to essential functions of the body. The liquid part of blood, called plasma, is made of water, salts, and protein, and the solid part of blood contains red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. .. Red blood cells (RBC) deliver oxygen from the l...ungs to tissues and organs. White blood cells (WBC) fight infection and are part of the immune system. Platelets help blood to clot when there is a cut or wound. Bone marrow, the spongy material inside the bones, makes new blood cells. .. Because blood cells constantly die and the body consistently makes new ones. Red blood cells live about 120 days, while platelets live about 6 days. Some white blood cells live less than a day, but others live much longer. .. For information about donating blood within Australia, check out: www.donateblood.com.au @redcrossau @lifebloodau _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #medical #blood #blooddonation #blooddonor #plasmadonation #plasma #plateletrichplasma #platelets #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #muscle #myofascialrelease #myofascial #myofascialtherapy #myofascia #dermis #skin #skincare #fascia #fascialstretchtherapy #fascialrelease See more
07.01.2022 The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) is a synovial joint between the mandible fossa, articular tubercle of the temporal bone and the mandibular condyle. The TMJ allows for the opening, closing and lateral movements of the lower mandible (jaw), which in turn, allows for chewing and speaking. .. Misalignment and/or reduced range of movement of the TMJ, commonly contributes to headaches and neck pain. Often treating the TMJ greatly reduces or eliminates chronic headaches as well as...sisting to reduce neck pain or tension. .. The masseter muscle assists with elevation, adduction and protraction of the mandible. Nerve supply is the massenteric nerve. The medial pterygoid muscle assists with protraction, elevation and lateral movement of the mandible. Nerve supply is the internal pterygoid nerve branch of the mandibular nerve. The lateral pterygoid muscle assists with protraction and lateral movement of the mandible. Nerve supply is the external pterygoid nerve branch of the mandibular nerve. The temporalis muscle assists with elevation and retraction of the mandible. Nerve supply is the anterior and posterior deep temporal branches of the mandibular nerve. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #tmj #tmjdisorder #tmjpain #headache #headacherelief #migraine #migrainerelief #jawpain #jaw #mandible #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #anatomy #biomechanics #chewy #muscle #prehab #rehab #temporomandibular #temporomandibularjoint See more
06.01.2022 How good is this tape pattern! Taping to the shoulder to improve postural awareness of biomechanical movement, during work, rehabilitation exercise and daily living activities. .. Pain or injury can induce avoidance behaviours or poor biomechanical movement. .. Neuroplascticity is the ability of the brain to form and reorganize synaptic connections, especially in response to learning or experience or following injury. These neural connections get stronger or weaker depending ...on how often they are repeated. Repeat good biomechanics it becomes automatic, but repeat poor biomechanics and that too will become a habit. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #shoulder #shoulderworkout #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #moana #armday #glenohumeral #medical #rocktape #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #prehab #rehab #anatomy #biomechanics #taping #kinesiotaping See more
06.01.2022 A common condition seen in the clinic is shoulder, mid-back and/or neck pain, and one of the most common causes is limited range of movement! .. The more mobility the body has, the less likely there will be pain, restricted movements, compensating biomechanics, protective muscular spasms and neural symptoms. .. An inability to move effectively through the spine can alter other joint mechanics. In these instances, the other joints must change their role to compensate for the a...ltered mechanics. There are many people who are unable to turn their body through normal thoracic range of movement or others may be unable to touch their toes! .. Recovery, stretching, functional movement and maintaining mobility are important in creating optimal health. Here is vacuum cupping to help improve fascial gliding. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #shoulder #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #neck #neckpain #neckpainrelief #vacuumcupping #cupping #cuppingtherapy #myofascialrelease #myofascial #physiotherapy #osteopathy #glenohumeral #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab #medical #muscle #biomechanics #spine #backpain #backpainrelief See more
06.01.2022 Beautiful twitches from electrotherapeutic dry needling to the hamstrings! There are 3 types of muscle fibres: Type 1: Slow twitch fibres. High in myoglobin, oxygen and mitochondria making them more fatigue resistant. Use the aerobic metabolic cycle and are more endurance based, e.g. marathons. .. Type 2a: Fast oxidative fibres. A hybrid of Type 1 and Type 2 muscle fibres, and can produce fast, strong muscle contractions but are more prone to fatigue than Type 1 fibres. Use b...oth aerobic and anaerobic metabolic cycles. .. Type 2b: Fast glygolytic fibres. Low levels of myoglobin and mitochondria, and produce short, fast bursts of power but fatigue quickly. Use the anaerobic metabolic cycle and are more explosive movement based, e.g. sprints. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #physiotherapy #osteopathy #hamstrings #hamstringworkout #hamstringstretch #hamstringrehab #legday #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #electrotherapy #myotechdryneedles #squats #deadlift #deadlifting #biomechanics #muscle #fasttwitch #slowtwitch #anatomy See more
05.01.2022 Awesome twitches from the medial soleus and gastrocnemius making the toes tap! There are 3 types of muscle fibres: Type 1: Slow twitch fibres. High in myoglobin, oxygen and mitochondria making them more fatigue resistant. Use the aerobic metabolic cycle and are more endurance based, e.g. marathons. .. Type 2a: Fast oxidative fibres. A hybrid of Type 1 and Type 2 muscle fibres, and can produce fast, strong muscle contractions but are more prone to fatigue than Type 1 fibres. U...se both aerobic and anaerobic metabolic cycles. .. Type 2b: Fast glygolytic fibres. Low levels of myoglobin and mitochondria, and produce short, fast bursts of power but fatigue quickly. Use the anaerobic metabolic cycle and are more explosive movement based, e.g. sprints. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #optimalhealth #muscle #mobility #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #electrotherapy #tendinopathy #tendinosis #biomechanics #anatomy #legday #calves #calvesworkout #toetaps #myotechdryneedles See more
05.01.2022 Improving range of movement and decreasing pain to get back to surfing and skating asap! .. Mobility: (noun), The ability to move or be moved freely and easily. Recovery: (noun), A return to a normal state of health, mind or strength. ..... Two very important aspects of optimal health that get put to the side if were time poor, too tired, or because we (insert reason here) .. Incorporating mobility and recovery work into your normal health routine will benefit in multiple different ways from daily living activities to increased fitness and strength capabilities Get amongst it team! _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #muscle #lowerback #lowerbackpain #lowerbackpainrelief #lowerbackworkout #lumbarspine #medical #vacuumcupping #cuppingtherapy #cupping #cuppingmassage #osteopathy #physiotherapy #rehab #prehab #clinic #goldcoast #fascia #fascialrelease #biomechanics #anatomy #surf #skate #skating #surfing See more
05.01.2022 I’ll take one of each thanks! Taping to the left shoulder to improve postural awareness of biomechanical movement, support the shoulder joint and reduce pain during daily activities. .. Biomechanics is the study of the mechanical structures and functions of human movement, often using traditional engineering sciences to analyse biological systems. It studies the external and internal forces on the living body and how the skeletal system works together to produce movement. ..... Pain or injury can induce avoidance behaviours or poor biomechanical movement. Neuroplascticity is the ability of the brain to form and reorganize synaptic connections, especially in response to learning or experience or following injury. These neural connections get stronger or weaker depending on how often they are repeated. Repeat good biomechanics it becomes automatic, but repeat poor biomechanics and that too will become a habit. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #shoulderworkout #shoulders #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #shoulderrehab #rocktape #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #anatomy #muscle #shoulderinjury #biomechanics #neuroplasticity #neural See more
05.01.2022 MMTs chosen cause for July: Vision Australia, donation is done! @visionaustralia .. Vision Australia is a national provider of blindness and low vision services within Australia. They work in partnership with Australians who are blind or have low vision to help them achieve the possibilities they choose in life. .. Vision Australia aims to create equal opportunities for people who are blind or have low vision, enabling individuals to receive an education, gain employment a...nd be as independent as they choose. They do this by: Listening to clients and building their services around their needs and aspirations. Actively striving to change the communitys perceptions about the capability of people who are blind or have low vision. Seeking to make a measurable difference in the areas of education, employment, independence and social inclusion. .. For more information about Vision Australia, check out: www.visionaustralia.org _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #vision #sight #see #eyes #glasses #lowvision #lowvisionaids #lowvisionawareness #blind #blindness #blindawareness #visionaustralia #community #charity #service #servicedog #goldcoast #clinic #visualaids #donation #donate #medical #myotherapy See more
05.01.2022 There is a lot of great research coming out about the vagus nerve, and how stimulating these nerves if they have low vagal tone is improving a wide variety of chronic conditions. .. The vagus nerves (CN X) are the longest pair of the cranial nerves we have. They weave their way down from the brain, through the thorax (chest) to the abdomen, innervating many organs (heart, lungs, kidneys, spleen, liver, intestines) along the way. It is involved in regulating the Sympathetic Ne...rvous System (SNS) and Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS) feedback of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). The ANS controls homeostasis (balance) within the body eg. heartbeat, breathing, alertness, digestion, urination and controlling inflammation etc. .. Stimulation of the Transcutaneous Vagus Nerve (taVNS) can help to improve: Digestion (HCl acid and gastrin release) Balance and Co-ordination Depression and Anxiety Memory and Concentration Inflammation Crohns Disease Migraines and Headaches Motor system rehabilitation Autoimmune diseases (MS, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis Chronic pain Skin conditions (cystic acne, psoriasis, eczema) .. taVNS is offered at MMT as part of an integrative treatment session. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #prehab #rehab #muscleactivation #vagusnerve #vagus #vagusnervestimulation #nervoussystem #cranialnerves #headacherelief #migrainerelief #digestion #clinic #goldcoast #physiotherapy #osteopathy #anatomy #biomechanics #arthritis #chronicpain #crohnsdisease #multiplesclerosis See more
04.01.2022 Gettin lit in the clinic! Using PBM to help with neck pain. Photobiomodulation (PBM) aka Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) uses a laser or LED light applied to the skin surface to help repair muscle and tendon tissue, nerves or injuries. It can also help reduce inflammation and acute or chronic pain. .. PBM mainly works on the cytochrome c complex (a protein) within mitochondria to increase ATP and decrease oxidative stress. The interaction creates a biological cascade which le...ads to a decrease in both pain and inflammation. .. PBM is being offered at MMT until the end of August and is used as part of a holistic approach to treatment. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #cervicalpain #neckpain #neckpainrelief #neckpaintreatment #lowlevellasertherapy #lasertreatment #lasertherapy #inflammation #inflammationrelief #photobiomodulation #physiotherapy #osteopathy #medical #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #muscle #anatomy #biomechanics #holistichealth See more
03.01.2022 Preparing the acetabular cup during a total hip arthroplasty (surgical replacement of the hip joint with an artificial prosthesis)!! It is a procedure in which a doctor surgically removes a painful hip joint with arthritis and replaces it with an artificial joint often made from metal and plastic components. It's done when all other treatment options have failed to provide adequate pain relief. The procedure should relieve a painful hip joint, making walking easier. A total h...ip replacement consists of replacing both the acetabulum and the femoral head while hemiarthroplasty generally only replaces the femoral head. .. Osteoarthritis is by far the most common diagnosis among older patients who elect to undergo total hip arthroplasty. It is overwhelmingly the leading cause of pain and disability in most developed countries. .. Regardless of the different etiologies of osteoarthritis, they all have a common clinical presentation as well as consistent pathological findings. Signs and symptoms include activity-related joint pain, stiffness of joints after periods of inactivity, restricted range of motion, bony swelling, and joint crepitus. The pathological basis of osteoarthritis involves early changes in the chondrocyte biosynthetic activity and biochemical composition. These changes are followed by structural changes in the articular cartilage including fibrillation, fissuring, and eventual erosion. The loss of articular cartilage is accompanied by increased activity of the subchondral and marginal bone of the affected joint. As this cycle continues to occur, degeneration of the joint begins and can become evident either clinically, radiographically, or both. .. Inflammatory arthritis, yet another indication for surgery, is an occurrence of joint destruction in the presence of certain systemic diseases. Some of the more common diseases associated with inflammatory arthritis of the hip include rheumatoid arthritis (RA), ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatric arthritis, enteropathic arthropathy, and systemic lupus erythematosus. Among these, RA is by far the most common subgroup among older patients who require hip arthroplasty. #Repost @medicaltalks _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au See more
02.01.2022 Fast twitch baaaaby! Actually, what’s really happening is the electrical pulse from the electropen placed over the brachial plexus stimulates the nerve to contract the muscle. Notice how the neck and shoulder muscles are contracting! .. The brachial plexus nerve roots extend bilaterally from the anterior rami of the spinal cord between the C5-T1 vertebrae. This neural network supplies the afferent and efferent nerves to the chest, shoulders and arms. These are the terminal br...anches of the musculocutaneous, axillary, median, radial and ulnar nerves. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #electrotherapy #electropen #nerves #neural #neuralnetworks #neuralink #brachial #brachialplexus #nervepain #nervepainrelief #physiotherapy #osteopathy #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #medical #muscle #chestworkout #armworkout #shoulderworkout #anatomy #biomechanics See more
02.01.2022 A patient favourite! Traction of the neck for cervical decompression .. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online:... www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #osteopathy #physiotherapy #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #cervicalspine #cervical #neckpain #neckpainrelief #neckpaintreatment #traction #cervicaltraction #anatomy #biomechanics #health See more
02.01.2022 Did you know?.. There is a neural pathway the runs from your lower back, down the back of you leg, all the way to your foot! The sciatic nerve arises from the ventral rami of spinal nerves L4-L5 and S1-S3. It is the largest nerve in the body with both motor and sensory functions, plus tibial and fibular divisions. From its origin in the lumbosacral plexus, the sciatic nerve travels into the pelvis via the greater foramen, then inferior to the piriformis, through the gluteal r...egion and into the posterior aspect of the thigh, deep to the biceps femoris. .. The sciatic nerve branches into the tibial nerve in the posterior thigh just superior to the knee. The tibial nerve then branches into the medial sural, medial calcaneal and medial/lateral plantar nerves. .. The sciatic nerve also branches into the common fibular nerve in the posterior thigh, superior to the knee leading laterally. The common fibular nerve branches into the deep and superficial fibular nerves and the sural communicating nerve. .. This neural pathway is essentially how the sciatic nerve can affect the posterior, lateral and medial leg and the foot via the neural pathways it branches into. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #muscle #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #health #sciatica #sciaticapain #sciaticnerve #sciaticarelief #sciaticasucks #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #electrotherapy #neuralnetworks #nervepain #neuralgia #osteopathy #physiotherapy #clinic #goldcoast #prehab #rehab #painfree See more
02.01.2022 Information you never knew you wanted to know. Super interesting watch!
01.01.2022 Happy holidays everyone! _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au... .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #merrychristmas #happyholidays #goldcoast #clinic #timeoff #vacation #vacationvibes #westwestyall #greymouth #westcoast #christmas #kayak #kayaking #kayakingadventures #kayaklife See more
01.01.2022 The temple of the head is a junction where 4 bones of the skull fuse together, the frontal, parietal, temporal and sphenoid bones. The temples are located on either side of the side of the head between the eye and top of the ear, on the hairline. There is also the temporalis muscle located posterior to the temple, and what does the mighty temporalis muscle do?.. .. The temporalis muscle assists with elevation of the mandible (vertical fibres), and retraction of the mandible (...horizontal fibres). Nerve supply is the anterior and posterior branches of the deep temporal nerve. .. Here is a dry needling intervention to the temporalis and masseter muscles to help improve TMJ range of movement and reduce jaw tension. Dry needling actively assists the body by inducing a local biochemical change that promotes healing, potentially reducing the recovery time. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #TMJ #tmjdisorder #tmjtreatment #jawpain #temporomandibularjoint #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #dryneedle #myotechdryneedles #clinic #goldcoast #prehab #rehab #physiotherapy #osteopathy #headache #headacherelief #migraine #migrainerelief #muscle #biomechanics #stress #stressrelief #stressmanagement See more
01.01.2022 Somebody has done their homework! 2 weeks between appointments and an increase in shoulder mobility. Its great to see the small victories! .. Shoulder mobility is the ability of the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint to move through a range of motion with control before becoming restricted. Decreased shoulder mobility can increase chance of injury, acute or chronic pain, nerve compression, or ability to complete normal daily living activities. .. Shoulders have multi-axis movem...ent but this can come at the cost of joint stability. Maintaining muscle strength creates stability and maintaining mobility allows for full joint range of movement. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #mobilitytraining #mobilityexercises #functionaltraining #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #shoulderworkout #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #shouldermobility #muscle #surf #surfer #surfing #flexibility #flexibilitytraining #flexible #clinic #goldcoast #physiotherapy #osteopathy #rehab #prehab #tradie #tradielife #farmer See more
01.01.2022 A squat is a compound, multi-joint exercise designed to target many muscles of the lower body and lumbo-pelvic-hip complex. The primary joint actions that occur during the squat include: Eccentric (downwards) Phase: Hip flexion Knee flexion Ankle dorsiflexion... Concentric (upwards) Phase: Hip extension Knee extension Ankle plantar flexion .. In the clinic, squats can be a useful tool to quickly look at an individuals kinetic chain, from joint mobility, joint stability, ability to balance, foot placement and angle, neuromuscular control, knee angle, to compensatory movements such as lifting heels off the ground. .. Incorporating squats into a training regime has evidence supporting its use for improving lower body muscular endurance, strength and power. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #muscle #squats #legday #quads #hamstrings #glutes #glutesworkout #glutesfordays #osteopathy #physiotherapy #anatomy #medical #biomechanics #training #clinic #goldcoast #rehab #prehab #squatchallenge #squat #lift #weights See more
01.01.2022 The injury stories in the clinic are getting better! Shoulder dislocation while taking off a jersey (jumper for the Australians). .. Shoulder dislocations are most commonly anterior due to the humerus (upper arm bone) being forced into excessive abduction and external rotation. This can cause associated anterior glenohumeral (shoulder) joint instability, a Bankart lesion, Hills-Sachs lesion or a SLAP tear. ..... The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body with the bones, ligaments, and muscles working together to keep it stable. Because the shoulder is very mobile, it can be susceptible to dislocation. .. Taping to the right shoulder to improve stability, postural awareness and biomechanical movement after dislocation. Patient has also begun a shoulder strengthening exercise rehabilitation program. _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #clinic #goldcoast #medical #physiotherapy #osteopathy #shoulderdislocation #shoulder #shoulderworkout #dislocatedshoulder #subluxation #tradie #tradielife #rocktape #tigerking #rehab #prehab #anatomy #biomechanics #muscle #armday See more
01.01.2022 Research reveals that our environment can increase or reduce stress, which can then impact our bodies. What we are seeing, hearing, and experiencing at any moment is changing not only our mood, but how our nervous, endocrine, and immune systems are working. The stress of an unpleasant environment can cause feelings of anxiousness, sadness, or helplessness. This in turn elevates blood pressure, heart rate, muscle tension and suppresses the immune system. A pleasing environment... reverses that. .. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, can reduce anger, fear, stress and increase pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature improves emotional wellbeing, and contributes to physical wellbeing, by reducing blood pressure, heart rate, muscle tension, and the production of stress hormones. .. How does nature impact our wellbeing? 1. Improve mental health. 2. It can help decrease activity in areas of the brain linked to depression . 3. Improve physical wellbeing. 4. Improve memory retention. 5. Improve sleep quality. 6. Reduce eye strain by allowing the eyes to focus on objects further away. 7. Increases creativity. .. If you are able too, get outdoors and enjoy some time in nature! _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #mobility #functionalmovement #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #mentalheath #mentalhealthawareness #nature #naturelovers #outdoors #outside #lakes #forrest #hike #kayak #kayaking #kayakingadventures #kayaker #stressrelief #stressmanagement #prehab #rehab #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #happiness See more
01.01.2022 MMT’s chosen cause for October: Dwarfism Awareness Australia Inc, donation is done @dwarfism_australia .. Dwarfism Awareness Australia Inc puts all proceeds towards raising awareness about dwarfism and helping to fund medical aid and equipment for families with dwarfism in Australia. .. Dwarfism refers to a group of conditions characterised by shorter than normal skeletal growth. This shortness can be manifested in the arms and legs or trunk.... Achondroplasia is the most common type of short-limb dwarfism, occurring in around one in 25,000 children in Australia with both genders at equal risk. This type of skeletal dysplasia (abnormal skeletal growth) is usually diagnosed at birth. .. In humans, dwarfism is sometimes defined as an adult height of less than 4 feet 10 inches (58 in; 147 cm). Dwarfism can be caused from over 200 distinct medical conditions, such that the symptoms and characteristics of individuals with dwarfism vary greatly. .. For more information about Dwarfism Awareness Australia Inc, check out: www.dwarfismawarenessaustralia.com _________________________________________________ Momentum Muscle Therapy: A holistic approach to functional manual therapy, using integrative techniques and an innovative approach to restoring optimal health. For appointments at MMT, book online: www.momentummuscletherapy.com.au .. #momentummuscletherapy #myotherapy #community #service #donation #dwarfism #dwarfismawareness #dwarfismawarenessmonth #communityservice #optimalhealth #holistichealth #clinic #goldcoast See more
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