So what does the concept of the kinetic chain have to do with your health and understanding of musculoskeletal injuries? Simply put, this concept helps inform us that joints in the body can cause dysfunction elsewhere in the body.
Ankle, Lower Body
3 Easy Exercises to Help Prevent Ankle Injuries
Learn how to injury-proof your ankles from David Reavy in the September Issue of Mens Journal.
Whole Body Care
Sensory Deprivation and Physical Therapy
Sensory deprivation tanks have been around since 1954 and have had many uses for the purpose of meditation, relaxation, and various forms of alternative medicine.
Lower Body
Treating IT Band Syndrome
Iliotibial band syndrome is a common injury among runners, cyclists and other athletes that involves the outer portion of the knee joint. The IT band is a thickening of fascia that begins near the hip joint.
Feet, Lower Body
Metatarsalgia
Metatarsalgia is pain and inflammation at the ball of the foot. The pain may increase with during weight-bearing activities such as standing, walking, and running.
Whole Body Care
Treating Chronic Pain With Physical Therapy
Chronic pain in its simplest definition is discomfort that persists for longer than 3 months. Chronic pain can refer to symptoms lasting longer than the normal projected healing time.