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Racquet Sports Performance, Part 1: Upper Body
A player may tolerate everyday activity yet struggle with an overhead stroke, repeated backhands, or maintaining a comfortable grip through a match.
Whether playing tennis, badminton, or pickleball, these limitations can interrupt competition, exercise, and valued time with others. Practitioners need to connect the player’s difficulty with the demands of the action.
Dr. Brian Abelson
6 days ago12 min read


Designed to Run - The Amazing Gait Cycle
Human beings are remarkable endurance runners. Although we are not the fastest animals over short distances, our anatomy and physiology allow us to travel efficiently over long distances by coordinating the movements of the feet, ankles, knees, hips, pelvis, trunk, and upper body.
Dr. Brian Abelson
Oct 312 min read


MSR Freestyle Swimming: Part 5 Recovery
Welcome to 'MSR Freestyle Swimming: Part 5 Recovery ' In this segment, we'll explore the pivotal role played by hip extension, knee...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Apr 24, 20248 min read


MSR Freestyle Swimming: Part 1 The Science of Speed
Freestyle swimming, a mainstay in competitive swimming and triathlon events, is celebrated for its speed and precision. For MSK...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 27, 20248 min read


Condition Article Index: Over 50 Essential MSK Conditions
Our Condition Article Index is an in-depth resource designed to provide clinically relevant insights into over 50 of the most frequently...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 13, 20244 min read


Gastrocnemius and Soleus Muscles: An MSR Approach to Strength and Stability
The gastrocnemius and soleus muscles are pivotal components in the intricate machinery of the lower leg, essential for propulsion and...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Dec 6, 20239 min read


Quadriceps: MSR Release
The quadriceps, comprising four individual muscles, serve as the workhorses of the lower extremities. They are critical for athletes aiming for optimal performance and everyday tasks like walking and climbing stairs. This group of muscles exhibits a fascinating interplay of anatomy and biomechanics that merits close attention for anyone interested in movement science and musculoskeletal health. In this article, we'll unpack the complexities of the quadriceps, guided by eviden
Dr. Brian Abelson
Oct 17, 202310 min read


Rectus Abdominis & Obliques: MSR Release
The Rectus Abdominis and Abdominal Obliques are cornerstone muscles in musculoskeletal (MSK) medicine. These muscles are instrumental in activities ranging from athletic performance to everyday movements, serving critical functions like spinal flexion and trunk rotation. Their importance is further magnified in injury prevention, particularly in safeguarding the lower back. The central aim of this article is to introduce and detail Motion Specific Release (MSR) techniques as
Dr. Brian Abelson
Sep 26, 202312 min read


Rock-Solid Glutes: Boost Your Athletic Prowess & Stay Injury-Free!
Have you ever wondered why our gluteal muscles, particularly the gluteus maximus, are so large and powerful compared to those in other...
Dr. Brian Abelson DC
Apr 24, 20239 min read
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