This protocol treats the iliopsoas through NMT. This routine should be proceeded by pelvic balancing and release of the superficial abdominal muscles. abdominal Pelvic balancing and other approaches are discussed in self-care and therapist notes.
Groin and abdominal pain can be an indicator of serious internal organ problems. See your doctor and be gentle with anything you do for self-care. Warm up and limit your range of motion in kicking. The back-end of the swing over-stretches this muscle and the forward reach tend to drive this into spasm. Avoid rhythmic …
Self Care – Back is out but it hurts in the front Read More »
How therapists approach the iliopsoas complex is highly opinionated. Its impact on posture, digestion, emotions and much more is fodder for lengthy bodywork discussions. Even after 30 years, I’ve learned more by putting together these illustrations and posts. I find that craniostructural work is always the first step for lasting relief, followed by balancing the …
Therapist Notes – Iliopsoas Complex (Deep Abdominals) Read More »
Deep Abdominals Deep abdominals, or the iliac muscles, connect vertebrae of the lower back and pelvis to the upper femur. They are the strongest flexors of the hip. The iliopsoas also laterally flexes the trunk. These muscles are complex, and their functions can be strongly influenced by the balance of the muscles around them. When …
People complain of a stiff and/or painful back but it is most painful near the fold of the hip in the front. They move stiffly and tend to have other back problems. The low back has flattened and become stiff. It may or may not have pain that feels like they are fragile and may move in …
This muscle is highly variable. One study show that it is present in about 87% of white cadavers and 8% of black cadavers. Other studies vary in their claims, often showing that it is present in 25-40% of cadavers. Origin – bodies of T12-L1 via vertical fascicles Insertion – the innominate line of the pubic …
