Anatomic connections of the diaphragm: influence of respiration on the body system "A logical deduction is that the connection between the chest and the abdomen is an anatomic continuum, where the diaphragm plays a vital role in managing the information related to both cavities." Abstract The article explains the scientific reasons for the … [Read more...]
Diaphragm or Biaphragm?
2 Muscles in 1!? MORE cool research coming out about this amazing muscle! Abstract To the respiratory physiologist or anatomist the diaphragm muscle is of course the prime mover of tidal air. However, gastrointestinal physiologists are becoming increasingly aware of the value of this muscle in helping to stop gastric contents from refluxing into … [Read more...]
(Video Inside) What’s behind Door #1? The Sternum!
In 2017 my only LIVE classes (in BC) will be taught as a complete series to a very small passionate dedicated group of therapists. One of those classes will be Techniques for the Sternum and it’s attachments. I just thought I’d share with you some information about the surrounding tissues of the sternum. This is a great video! I hope … [Read more...]
The role of research in LAST and manual therapy as I see it.
The treatment of the human body by manual therapists has been in a constant change for about a decade now, thanks in part to a renewed interest in the study of Fascia. With an infusion of new research and a revitalization/rejuvenation of old techniques, the treatment of the ligamentous Articular system is currently going through an evolution. The … [Read more...]