This post contains massage and bodywork notes for the gluteus medius muscle including treatment sequencing, joint work, and classical neuromuscular protocols. You can find all the posts related to this muscle in the anatomy section. Gluteus medius can be difficult to assess and needs to be separated from the referral patterns of gluteus maximus, gluteus …
Test the TFL This is a great test for the TFL. Have the client sit on the edge of the table and pull the knee to the chest before laying back. When tensor fascia lata is tight, the foot on the untethered leg will deviate laterally. Integrative Craniosacral The FM45 technique is an amazingly simple …
The gluteus minimus is a fan-shaped muscle deep in the lateral hip. The trigger points in this muscle are often perpetuated by sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Anatomy Review? A displaced sacroiliac often perpetuates the gluteus minimus trigger points. Pelvic balance can be key to lasting results. Each therapist has their own method of pelvic balancing. I …
The sacrotuberous ligament can be difficult to treat from many perspectives. It is physically hard to reach. It is part of the pelvic floor and therefore a delicate area to work. It is a tough bundle of connective tissue and can be rough on the hands, especially the medial aspect. They have a pelvic problem, …
The iliolumbar ligament is largely located on the anterior aspect of the upper sacroiliac joint and can be difficult to access for many reasons. The client may not care for face-down work or may have excess adipose tissue. An anterior shear governs tension on the iliolumbar ligament and is usually present when the trigger point …
