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Quadratus Lumborum and Latissimus Dorsi – an intricate relationship

Ellen, an experienced and skilled bodyworker for over 10 years sent me an email recently: “What’s the connection I feel between my hip and shoulder?” I love that question and the answer is both for your clients and you! I’ll begin with a case history from a recent client: Janet came to see me for …

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The importance of thoracic mobility

I adore my client Joyce – at 85 she is sharp as a tack, maintains her own business and has a keen and curious intellect. She actually fixed my toilet once! She has faithfully gotten massage and chiropractic twice a month for many years and credits her longevity to those regular self-care treatments. She has …

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Lions and Tigers and Super-Glued Scapulae, Oh my!

Judy is a warm and generous 69 year old quilter who is coming to me for neck and shoulder issues. During the intake she told me she works with a personal trainer once a week. “That’s terrific!” I said. I’m always happy when people are committed to their self-care. I ASSUMED that her trainer had …

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The Stabilizing Serratus Anterior

I love this 3D video of Serratus Anterior – a muscle that is crucial in scapula stabilization. It does a great job of helping you understand all the different functions of this remarkable muscle. If you are working with anybody with shoulder issues, especially rotator cuff injuries,  it’s necessary to understand exactly how it  functions.  …

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Scapulae Mobility and the Obstinate Pec Minor!

The obstinate pectoralis minor (PMI) can produce a hailstorm of problems throughout the body especially in the shoulders, arm, neck and respiration. Working with it effectively goes a long way in helping you help your clients with neck and shoulder issues, breathing restrictions and even wrist and elbow pain. If the iliopsoas is the hidden …

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