What is a Muscle Energy Technique? Muscle Energy Technique (MET) is a manual therapy that uses the gentle muscle contractions of the client to relax and lengthen muscles and normalize […]
The term “shin splints” has been used by health care practitioners and athletes to describe any form of lower leg pain as a result of running. In truth, it encompasses […]
One of the most overlooked aspects of exercise is stretching after a strenuous workout. Stretching tired and sore muscles after a workout is essential as it enhances flexibility and reduces […]
What is the piriformis muscle? Piriformis muscle is a flat muscle located deep in the gluteal region and attaches into the femur (thigh bone). The piriformis muscle acts as […]
Should I be stretching or strengthening my hamstrings? Hamstring tightness or weakness? We see many patients complaining of tight or stiff hamstrings who have been prescribed many times over by […]
It is increasingly common to see people (not only the elderly) with stooped, rounded shoulders and a neck bent forward. Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS), sometimes also called Upper Cross […]