Motion Specific Release

The iliopsoas muscle group, a vital component of the lumbar-pelvic-hip complex, is central to movement, stability, and strength in the...

While termed “recovery,” this phase primarily serves as preparation. Initial contact and single-support gliding establish alignment,...

The pectoralis muscles, comprised of the pectoralis major and minor, are essential for the dynamic movement and stabilization of the...

The serratus anterior, often heralded as the "boxer's muscle," plays a quintessential role in orchestrating upper limb mobility and the...

Skaters should achieve the "triple extension" stance at the end of their stride, fully extending the hip, knee, and ankle joints. This...

The levator scapulae muscle is integral to neck and shoulder mechanics, playing a key role in scapulocervical movement and stabilization....

The triceps brachii muscle is a cornerstone of upper limb anatomy. It serves as the principal extensor of the elbow joint and plays a...

Peak muscle power and swift acceleration are crucial to enhancing skating speed. Skaters achieve this through correct biomechanics,...

The erector spinae muscles are paramount in spinal movement and stabilization, forming a critical component in the human musculoskeletal...

In this pivotal segment of the glide, the skater focuses on stability, utilizing controlled movements to advance the swing leg. This...

The biceps brachii and brachialis muscles are fundamental to forearm movement and elbow flexion, playing a significant role in both...

The deltoid muscle, an essential component of shoulder mechanics, is central to arm abduction and plays a pivotal role in upper limb...

Our Condition Article Index  is an in-depth resource designed to provide clinically relevant insights into over 50 of the most frequently...

Understanding the biomechanics of a hockey stride is crucial for players aiming to maximize their on-ice performance and for MSK...

The trapezius muscle plays a key role in upper body movement, impacting posture and dynamic activities. This article examines its anatomy...

The rotator cuff is a remarkable collection of muscles and tendons that grant the shoulder joint its impressive range of motion and...

A question that frequently echoes in the hallways of my clinic, voiced by numerous patients, is "Why does healing take so long?" It's a...

The deep flexors of the lower leg — the posterior tibial tendon (PTT), flexor digitorum longus (FDL), and flexor hallucis longus (FHL) —...

Piriformis Syndrome (PS) is a type of sciatica in which the piriformis muscle in the buttock irritates or compresses the sciatic nerve,...

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