Motion Specific Release

Plantar fasciitis has been a sustained focus of my clinical work and teaching, leading to the publication of Resolving Plantar Fasciitis in 2015. That interest centres on a practical question: which findings should change how we treat the individual in front of us?

The MSR Jaw Protocol brings these bodies of knowledge together. Fascial assessment and manual treatment are combined with selected acupuncture or acupressure points, joint procedures, and functional exercise.

The sacroiliac (SI) joints connect the spine to the pelvis and help transfer forces between the upper body and legs. When pain develops in this region, simple activities such as walking, climbing stairs, getting out of a chair, or turning in bed can become surprisingly difficult. But pain felt near the SI joint does not always come from the joint itself. The lumbar spine, hips, muscles, ligaments, and other structures can produce similar symptoms, making careful assessment es

A patient struggles to descend stairs, squat, or return to running. The painful region provides a starting point, but the examination may reveal relevant limitations elsewhere: restricted ankle dorsiflexion, reduced hip movement, or difficulty coordinating the task.

The gastrocnemius and soleus muscles are pivotal components in the intricate machinery of the lower leg, essential for propulsion and...