thoracic outlet syndrome
Self Care – Seated Stretches for Stiff, Swollen Hands
This simple set of stretches has 3 parts: Two stretches that release the muscles around the base of the cranium…
Scalenes Supine – Neuromuscular Massage Protocol
Scalenes are a sensitive and, often, complicated treatment approach. There are a number of things that need to be done…
Thoracic Outlet – Functional Anatomy
The anatomy of thoracic outlet structures is complex in several ways. First, many of the bones are both origin and…
Scalenes – Massage Therapy Notes
Neuromuscular massage can be an effective approach to treating scalene muscles. Additional work and self-care retrains posture and corrects Forward-Head…
Pain in the upper back, index finger, and thumb
Pain in the upper back, index finger, and thumb Pain around Thumb Pad People complain about pain just inside the…
Scalene Muscles – Functional Anatomy
Overview Scalene anatomy is more variable than most muscles. They vary in their attachments and size in 40-71% of the…
Subclavius- Functional Anatomy
The subclavius is a short, thick triangular muscle along the inferior aspect of the clavicle. Origin - first rib Insertion…
Pectoralis Minor – Functional Anatomy
Overview Pectoralis minor is a fan-shaped muscle in the front of the shoulder. Notably, its anatomy has frequent variations. Basically, it…
Pain Along the Biceps, Maybe Collar Bone & Forearm
People seldom have any part of this pattern as their primary complaint, but when they do, it is usually biceps…
Pain in the Front of Shoulder When Lifting Arm
People complain of pain in the front of the shoulder when lifting the elbow above the shoulder or back at…