• Nerves on tension feel like a guitar string, whereas a nerve that is freely able to move is more pliable and less tender to palpate. .. Nerves need to be able to move and slide through our joints, muscles and fascia to be able to perform at their optimal capacity, relaying messages at lightening speed to and from the brain, limbs, senses and organs. .. Nerves that are restricted or compressed get irritated and sensitive. This can lead to pins and needles, numbness, constant aching, weakness, reduce mobility and of course, pain. .. Rocktape over the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (L2-L3), which innervates the lateral region of the thigh. _________________________________________________ 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 #medical #neuralpathways #nerves #nervepain #nervesofsteel #legday #osteopathy #physiotherapy #anatomy #biomechanics #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #rocktape #muscles #quads
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    Nerves on tension feel like a guitar string, whereas a nerve that is freely able to move is more pliable and less tender to palpate. .. Nerves need to be able to move and slide through our joints, muscles and fascia to be able to perform at their optimal capacity, relaying messages at lightening speed to and from the brain, limbs, senses and organs. .. Nerves that are restricted or compressed get irritated and sensitive. This can lead to pins and needles, numbness, constant aching, weakness, reduce mobility and of course, pain. .. Rocktape over the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (L2-L3), which innervates the lateral region of the thigh. _________________________________________________ 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 #medical #neuralpathways #nerves #nervepain #nervesofsteel #legday #osteopathy #physiotherapy #anatomy #biomechanics #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #rocktape #muscles #quads
  • Pain in the neck? Or just lack of movement? .. Electrotherapeutic dry needling to the Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) to help increase neck rotation and lateral flexion, and also to decrease tension and pain at the base of the skull during daily activities. .. Electrotherapeutic dry needling (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 #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #rehab #prehab #goldcoast #clinic #osteopathy #physiotherapy #neckpain #neckpainrelief #neck #dryneedling #electrotherapy #dryneedlingtherapy #medical #myotechdryneedles #SCM #sternocleidomastoid #headache #headacherelief #anatomy #biomechanics
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    Pain in the neck? Or just lack of movement? .. Electrotherapeutic dry needling to the Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) to help increase neck rotation and lateral flexion, and also to decrease tension and pain at the base of the skull during daily activities. .. Electrotherapeutic dry needling (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 #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #rehab #prehab #goldcoast #clinic #osteopathy #physiotherapy #neckpain #neckpainrelief #neck #dryneedling #electrotherapy #dryneedlingtherapy #medical #myotechdryneedles #SCM #sternocleidomastoid #headache #headacherelief #anatomy #biomechanics
  • Taping to the left shoulder to improve stability, postural awareness and biomechanical movement after subluxation of the shoulder while surfing. .. Shoulder subluxation is a partial dislocation of the humeral head (upper arm bone) from the glenoid fossa (shoulder girdle). Symptoms may include: • A visibly deformed or out-of-place shoulder • Pain • Swelling • Paresthesia (numbness and/or tingling) along the arm • Difficulties moving the joint • Clicking or catching sensation with movement .. 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. _________________________________________________ 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 #shoulder #shoulderworkout #shoulderdislocation #shoulderrehab #rehab #prehab #physiotherapy #osteopathy #tradie #surfer #surf #biomechanics #anatomy #dislocation #clinic #goldcoast #rocktape
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    Taping to the left shoulder to improve stability, postural awareness and biomechanical movement after subluxation of the shoulder while surfing. .. Shoulder subluxation is a partial dislocation of the humeral head (upper arm bone) from the glenoid fossa (shoulder girdle). Symptoms may include: • A visibly deformed or out-of-place shoulder • Pain • Swelling • Paresthesia (numbness and/or tingling) along the arm • Difficulties moving the joint • Clicking or catching sensation with movement .. 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. _________________________________________________ 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 #shoulder #shoulderworkout #shoulderdislocation #shoulderrehab #rehab #prehab #physiotherapy #osteopathy #tradie #surfer #surf #biomechanics #anatomy #dislocation #clinic #goldcoast #rocktape
  • How super cool is this?! Love it! .. #Repost @tonyhawk Hey @evan_lala, please teach me how to ooze style. 🦽🛹🤙🏼 🎶: @lupefiasco _________________________________________________ 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 #skate #skateboard #wheelchair #wheelchairskating #wheelchairskills #medical #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #biomechanics #adaptandovercome #adapt #sunnyday #prehab #rehab #anatomy #functionalmedicine #style
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    How super cool is this?! Love it! .. #Repost @tonyhawk Hey @evan_lala, please teach me how to ooze style. 🦽🛹🤙🏼 🎶: @lupefiasco _________________________________________________ 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 #skate #skateboard #wheelchair #wheelchairskating #wheelchairskills #medical #mobility #mobilitytraining #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #physiotherapy #osteopathy #clinic #goldcoast #biomechanics #adaptandovercome #adapt #sunnyday #prehab #rehab #anatomy #functionalmedicine #style
  • Oedema (swelling) is the excessive accumulation of fluid in the interstitial tissue spaces due to an increased flow of fluid from the capillaries. The lymphatic system has become overwhelmed and either the amount of fluid entering the interstitium is greater than the transport capacity out, or there is a normal volume of fluid entering but the transport capacity out has been compromised. .. Unlike the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system does not have a central pump like the heart to circulate lymphatic fluid around the body. It relies on respiratory motion, joint and muscle movement to move fluid. Obstructed lymphatic vessels can contribute to swelling of the extremities e.g. the hands, fingers, lower legs, ankles or feet. .. The lymphatic system is very important for the optimal functioning of our general and specific immune responses, but is also involved with a range of other roles within the body. _________________________________________________ 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 #medical #woundhealing #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #surgery #surgeryrecovery #oedema #swollen #postsurgery #footsurgery #lymphoedema #lymphaticsystem #lymphaticdrainage #lymph #anatomy #biomechanics #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #osteopathy #physiotherapy #legday
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    Oedema (swelling) is the excessive accumulation of fluid in the interstitial tissue spaces due to an increased flow of fluid from the capillaries. The lymphatic system has become overwhelmed and either the amount of fluid entering the interstitium is greater than the transport capacity out, or there is a normal volume of fluid entering but the transport capacity out has been compromised. .. Unlike the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system does not have a central pump like the heart to circulate lymphatic fluid around the body. It relies on respiratory motion, joint and muscle movement to move fluid. Obstructed lymphatic vessels can contribute to swelling of the extremities e.g. the hands, fingers, lower legs, ankles or feet. .. The lymphatic system is very important for the optimal functioning of our general and specific immune responses, but is also involved with a range of other roles within the body. _________________________________________________ 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 #medical #woundhealing #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #surgery #surgeryrecovery #oedema #swollen #postsurgery #footsurgery #lymphoedema #lymphaticsystem #lymphaticdrainage #lymph #anatomy #biomechanics #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #osteopathy #physiotherapy #legday
  • Who loves being able to move their neck free from pain and restriction? Us too! .. Splenius capitis bilaterally assists with neck extension and unilaterally assists with neck rotation and side bending. Nerve supply is the posterior rami of C2-C3. Splenius cervicis bilaterally assists with neck extension and unilaterally assists with neck rotation and side-bending. Nerve supply is the posterior rami of C5-C8. .. Here is an electrotherapeutic dry needling intervention to the splenius capitis and cervicis muscles 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 #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #electrotherapy #myotechdryneedles #medical #neckpain #neckpainrelief #rangeofmotion #mobility #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #headache #headacherelief #migraine #migrainerelief #clinic #goldcoast #physiotherapy #osteopathy #anatomy #biomechanics #muscles #prehab #rehab #gwenstefani #nodoubt
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    Who loves being able to move their neck free from pain and restriction? Us too! .. Splenius capitis bilaterally assists with neck extension and unilaterally assists with neck rotation and side bending. Nerve supply is the posterior rami of C2-C3. Splenius cervicis bilaterally assists with neck extension and unilaterally assists with neck rotation and side-bending. Nerve supply is the posterior rami of C5-C8. .. Here is an electrotherapeutic dry needling intervention to the splenius capitis and cervicis muscles 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 #dryneedling #dryneedlingtherapy #electrotherapy #myotechdryneedles #medical #neckpain #neckpainrelief #rangeofmotion #mobility #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #headache #headacherelief #migraine #migrainerelief #clinic #goldcoast #physiotherapy #osteopathy #anatomy #biomechanics #muscles #prehab #rehab #gwenstefani #nodoubt
  • Decreased shoulder mobility can increase chance of injury, acute or chronic pain, nerve compression, or ability to complete normal daily living activities. .. The above movement is called the Sleeper Stretch, it’s aim is to stretch and condition the posterior capsule of the shoulder. To try this stretch, lie on the affected side on a hard surface, and position the shoulder and elbow at 90 degrees each with the scapula (shoulder blade) positioned firmly against the surface you are lying on. Then, place the opposite hand over the back of the wrist and push the affected arm downwards towards the floor until a stretch is felt. This movement creates internal rotation at the shoulder joint. **Only push until a stretch is felt, not pain. The arm does not need to reach the floor. Hold for 30 seconds, repeat 3 times with a 30 second rest between repetitions. .. Enjoy some increased shoulder 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 #mobility #mobilitytraining #shoulderworkout #shoulder #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #sleeperstretch #clinic #goldcoast #medical #yoga #pilates #stretch #shoulderstretch #anatomy #prehab #rehab #functionaltraining #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #biomechanics #physiotherapy #osteopathy #injuryprevention
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    Decreased shoulder mobility can increase chance of injury, acute or chronic pain, nerve compression, or ability to complete normal daily living activities. .. The above movement is called the Sleeper Stretch, it’s aim is to stretch and condition the posterior capsule of the shoulder. To try this stretch, lie on the affected side on a hard surface, and position the shoulder and elbow at 90 degrees each with the scapula (shoulder blade) positioned firmly against the surface you are lying on. Then, place the opposite hand over the back of the wrist and push the affected arm downwards towards the floor until a stretch is felt. This movement creates internal rotation at the shoulder joint. **Only push until a stretch is felt, not pain. The arm does not need to reach the floor. Hold for 30 seconds, repeat 3 times with a 30 second rest between repetitions. .. Enjoy some increased shoulder 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 #mobility #mobilitytraining #shoulderworkout #shoulder #shoulderpain #shoulderpainrelief #sleeperstretch #clinic #goldcoast #medical #yoga #pilates #stretch #shoulderstretch #anatomy #prehab #rehab #functionaltraining #functionalmedicine #optimalhealth #holistichealth #biomechanics #physiotherapy #osteopathy #injuryprevention
  • Toe and nail health is not something to be overlooked 🦶🏽👀 An interesting case report of an 18-year-old male who was diagnosed with a chronic ingrown toenail to his right hallux with skin bridging spanning the mid-portion of the nail plate. The patient elected to pursue surgical correction and underwent a Winograd procedure. .. Initially the skin bridge overlying the mid-substance of the digit was sharply excised. Both the medial and lateral most 15% of the hallux nail plate were resected and avulsed free from the nail matrix. A Winograd technique was then used to sharply excise both the medial and lateral hypertrophic nail borders including the proximal germinal matrix. The remaining nail border tissue was then advanced to the nail plate using nylon suture bilaterally. Throughout dissection no purulence, drainage, or frankly infected or non-viable tissue was encountered. The underlying soft tissue was wholly granular. .. The patient was discharged home with prescriptions for a short course of prophylactic post-operative antibiotics and narcotic pain medication, followed by an in office for serial post-operative evaluation. The sutures were removed on post-op day 14 and the soft tissue had healed without incident. Credit: Nathaniel LP Preston, Chandana Halaharvi and Daniel B Logan, at researchgate.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 #mobility #woundhealing #medical #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #surgery #surgeryrecovery #bigtoe #nails #nailsofinstagram #nailsonfleek #footfetishnation #foot #anatomy #biomechanics #running #walk #ouch #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #shoes #tightshoes #nailclips
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    Toe and nail health is not something to be overlooked 🦶🏽👀 An interesting case report of an 18-year-old male who was diagnosed with a chronic ingrown toenail to his right hallux with skin bridging spanning the mid-portion of the nail plate. The patient elected to pursue surgical correction and underwent a Winograd procedure. .. Initially the skin bridge overlying the mid-substance of the digit was sharply excised. Both the medial and lateral most 15% of the hallux nail plate were resected and avulsed free from the nail matrix. A Winograd technique was then used to sharply excise both the medial and lateral hypertrophic nail borders including the proximal germinal matrix. The remaining nail border tissue was then advanced to the nail plate using nylon suture bilaterally. Throughout dissection no purulence, drainage, or frankly infected or non-viable tissue was encountered. The underlying soft tissue was wholly granular. .. The patient was discharged home with prescriptions for a short course of prophylactic post-operative antibiotics and narcotic pain medication, followed by an in office for serial post-operative evaluation. The sutures were removed on post-op day 14 and the soft tissue had healed without incident. Credit: Nathaniel LP Preston, Chandana Halaharvi and Daniel B Logan, at researchgate.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 #mobility #woundhealing #medical #functionalmedicine #functionalmovement #optimalhealth #holistichealth #surgery #surgeryrecovery #bigtoe #nails #nailsofinstagram #nailsonfleek #footfetishnation #foot #anatomy #biomechanics #running #walk #ouch #prehab #rehab #clinic #goldcoast #shoes #tightshoes #nailclips
  • Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) may improve quality of life in individuals with treatment-resistant depression, according to a study published in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.⠀ .. For this study, researchers gathered 599 participants with bipolar or unipolar depression who had failed at least 4 adequate antidepressant trials from a multi-center longitudinal registry. Their goal was to compare individuals treated with antidepressants and VNS with those treated with antidepressants alone. The researchers found that, compared with the 271 participants treated with antidepressants alone, the 328 participants treated with VNS and antidepressants together showed a significant quality of life advantage that lasted for 5 years. The group that was treated with VNS and antidepressants together also showed a 34% decrease on the Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale. ⠀ .. The researchers relied on self-reported quality of life assessments based on the Quality of Life Enjoyment and Satisfaction Questionnaire Short Form and administered the Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale using blinded raters. The scores were compared via linear regression.⠀ .. Researchers concluded that “adjunctive VNS resulted in greater improvements in quality of life that are well beyond what treatment as usual provides, and these improvements were sustained.” ⠀ .. Source: Conway CR, Kumar A, Xiong W, Bunker M, Aaronson ST, Rush AJ. Chronic vagus nerve stimulation significantly improves quality of life in treatment-resistant major depression. J Clin Psychiatry. 2018;79(5):18m12178. #Repost @neurotechnews .. MMT regularly treats depression and anxiety via non-invasive Transcutaneous Vagus Nerve Stimulation (taVNS). _________________________________________________ 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 #health #optimalhealth #holistichealth #functionalmedicine #taVNS #vagusnerve #vagus #neuralpathways #nerve #depression #depressionhelp #depressionawareness
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    Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) may improve quality of life in individuals with treatment-resistant depression, according to a study published in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.⠀ .. For this study, researchers gathered 599 participants with bipolar or unipolar depression who had failed at least 4 adequate antidepressant trials from a multi-center longitudinal registry. Their goal was to compare individuals treated with antidepressants and VNS with those treated with antidepressants alone. The researchers found that, compared with the 271 participants treated with antidepressants alone, the 328 participants treated with VNS and antidepressants together showed a significant quality of life advantage that lasted for 5 years. The group that was treated with VNS and antidepressants together also showed a 34% decrease on the Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale. ⠀ .. The researchers relied on self-reported quality of life assessments based on the Quality of Life Enjoyment and Satisfaction Questionnaire Short Form and administered the Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale using blinded raters. The scores were compared via linear regression.⠀ .. Researchers concluded that “adjunctive VNS resulted in greater improvements in quality of life that are well beyond what treatment as usual provides, and these improvements were sustained.” ⠀ .. Source: Conway CR, Kumar A, Xiong W, Bunker M, Aaronson ST, Rush AJ. Chronic vagus nerve stimulation significantly improves quality of life in treatment-resistant major depression. J Clin Psychiatry. 2018;79(5):18m12178. #Repost @neurotechnews .. MMT regularly treats depression and anxiety via non-invasive Transcutaneous Vagus Nerve Stimulation (taVNS). _________________________________________________ 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 #health #optimalhealth #holistichealth #functionalmedicine #taVNS #vagusnerve #vagus #neuralpathways #nerve #depression #depressionhelp #depressionawareness