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When I joined the team at TherapydiaSF I came to learn that our facility is trained in an approach known in America as PRI (postural restoration institution). This blog reflects on what I have learnt over the past 12 months around this approach and how it can be integrated into my previous training.
Read MoreThe forth and final blog covers the rehabilitation principles for retraining cervical motor control. Aside from discussing the initial two phases of rehab (activation patterns & coordination) we also compare the final stages of training for an office working, painter and athlete based on their functional requirements.
Read MoreThis week we continue to explore the research about motor control deficits in the cervical spine. Before discussing rehabilitation principles we are going to look at some new research about the role of sitting posture and how this impacts the action and load on muscles in the neck.
Read MorePart 2 focusses on the range of clinical tests we have to measure both coordination and endurance of the deep cervical extensors and flexors. The aim of this blog is to expand our knowledge beyond the craniocervical flexion test and how they lead into rehabilitation principles.
Read MoreThis is the first of a 4-part series discussing motor control deficits in the cervical spine. The focus is to broaden your knowledge about the deep stabilising muscles of the neck, how they are assessed and how to design rehabilitation programs beyond DNCF exercises. First up - a review of the clinical anatomy.
Read MoreThe active straight leg raise test (ASLR) is a loading test which is used to assess pain provocation and the ability to load the pelvis through the limb. It is performed in lying and the patient is instructed to lift the leg 20cm off the bed. This blog aims to outline the standard test, the modulations of the test, and the normal/abnormal responses seen.
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