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Gluteal and Lateral Hip Rotator Muscles – Functional Anatomy

Overview Gluteal muscles form the fullness of the hip. They originate on the pelvis and insert on the femur. The gluteus maximus also attaches to the tibia via the iliotibial band. Primarily, these muscles extend and abduct the hip joint. In addition, the lateral glutes are vital in supporting the pelvis while the opposite leg

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Leg Slap Pelvic Mobilization

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Self Care – Kneeling Stretch for Hip Flexors

Here, you will find a reliable self-care approach for hip flexors. For good reasons, this is one of the classic stretches for hip flexors. First, it gives you lots of control. Second, it allows you to be very specific. At times, this is too intense and creates some sharp pain across the top of your

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Self Care – Cramping Hamstring

Here, you will find self-care strategies for cramping and seizing hamstrings. As well these people often have pain in the back of the hip or calf. Look at this other post for more information about how people describe and create that pain. Side-to-Side Movements In the short term, discontinue exercise on uneven ground. This rest

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Gluteus Minimus – Massage Therapy Notes

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Self Care – Pain Down the IT Band, Extending Behind the Ankle

Here, you will find self-care strategies for relief from pain extending down the IT band, extending behind the ankle. Additionally, in this other post, you can find more information about how people describe, activate, and aggravate this pain pattern. If possible, discontinue running and walking on uneven ground for a short while. The lateral glutes

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Pain Down the IT Band Extending Behind the Ankle

Want to skip ahead?Here’s a link to my post about getting relief on your own. Aching Along the Side of the Leg The people complain of pain down the side of the leg. Most frequently, they focus on the thigh. When questioned, they will often say that it extends down the calf. Understanding where the

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Gluteals – Neuromuscular Massage Protocol

This protocol treats the gluteal muscles of the hip with neuromuscular massage techniques. The self-care and therapist notes of the related muscles discuss pelvic balancing and other approaches. This protocol is best when it is part of an integrative sequence. You can find that sequence in the therapist’s notes.

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