Injuries causes inflammation. This is a good! It is in the inflammatory state that healing begins. The down side is that we may experience pain, swelling, and redness in the injured joint area. This can cause avoidance of movement, compensation patterns, and altered sleep. Direct ice to an acute injury like a ligament sprain or muscle strain sends cellular waste away from the site which reduces pain.
Read MoreKnee injuries and replacements can be painful and take a long time to heal. Sprains, torn meniscus, muscle strains, and an ACL tear can all affect the knee’s ability to stabilize, move in flexion/extension, and bear weight on the affected leg.
Read MoreA Health Spending Account (HSA) is a health insurance arrangement akin to a savings account for medical expenses. For example, a health insurance company like Blue Cross offers an HSA account to members for services like massage…
Read MoreI sustained a major injury to my ankle in 2014. I tore several ligaments, and had a fasciotomy done to the top of my foot. My mother and sister stayed with me for a week to assist and nurture. While visiting, my mother pointed out how…
Read MoreThis post explains the relationship between muscles, mechanoreceptors, and alpha and gamma neurons. Previously I explained Muscle Spindles and Golgi Tendon Organs, two different types of mechanoreceptors. Muscle Spindles affect…
Read MoreQuestions that come up in Hendrickson Method sessions are “what is Muscle Energy Technique? What are mechanoreceptors”? When a client performs an action like leg extension, (recruiting the quadriceps), and actively engages against my...
Read MoreMost of us think of ligaments as little structures that get sprained. Swelling happens, pain, and we use ice, compression, and elevation to ease our discomfort. How many of us ever ask what the heck a ligament is? What is its…
Read MoreHendrickson Method® Manual Therapy is a system of treatment for the joints, nervous system, and soft tissue appropriate for people of all ages. It was created by Dr. Thomas Hendrickson, a Bay Area chiropractor specializing in...
Read MoreIt was the time of year when cold weather and post-holiday burnout drives one to seek indoor activity. My 13 year old son and I needed some fun exercise to shake off the January inertia. We decided to drive to South San Francisco and...
Read MoreLinda Lewis is an inspiration. An avid tennis player and fitness aficionado, she was referred to me 10 years ago by her Personal Trainer. I have had the honor to fine tune her minor tweaks with great results. She always plays an...
Read MorePhysical injury is pretty much a given for professional athletes, and even for fitness enthusiasts in Petaluma, California. Bruises and strained muscles are common injuries that often resolve with rest and ice. However, there are more...
By Maria Lopez
Read MoreAthletes are hard on their bodies. It’s not unusual for them to suffer injuries and the discomfort that comes with them. One of the ways to deal with it is to get a massage in Petaluma. An article by Mary Elizabeth Dallas for Medicine...
Read MoreClients seek therapeutic massage or manual therapy for many reasons. Some of my clients want to relax and rejuvenate, others want relief from chronic joint pain, and some have had injuries that need treatment. These varying goals have...
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