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My focus is neck, back, hip and shoulder pain-any kind of discomfort or restriction muscular wise th That’s what I enjoy.

I like to be challenged and figure out what is wrong and how to fix or make it better. If I don’t know what the issue is, you can bet I find out or will figure it out through process of elimination. I specialize in restoring form and function to the body, relieving pain, and increasing range of motion.

Here are 3 simple massages you can use to help your baby feel stronger, calmer, and more connected:

✨ Firm squeezes: Start at the feet and gently squeeze up the legs, arms, and hands. This helps activate deep muscle layers and supports your baby’s strength and body awareness.

🌸 Soft, gentle strokes: Light caresses along the skin activate a different set of receptors. These touches help your baby feel safe, loved, and calm, and they even support digestion and internal organ function.

💪 Oil massage: Using coconut or olive oil, glide your hands in long, slow strokes across your baby’s body. It stimulates the muscles and improves circulation, helping your baby feel more balanced and grounded.

These small daily practices make a big difference in your baby’s development and comfort.

💬 Have you tried any of these massage styles with your baby? Tell us what worked best in the comments 👇

👉 Follow @myoneosteo for expert guidance on baby posture, movement, and natural support from the start.

#osteopathymalaysia #osteopathmalaysia #osteopathykl #osteopathytreatment #osteopathyhealth #malaysiahealthcare #naturalhealthmalaysia #wellnessmalaysia #baby #pediatrics #kids #development

08/31/2025

Here are 3 simple massages you can use to help your baby feel stronger, calmer, and more connected: ✨ Firm squeezes: Start at the feet and gently squeeze up the legs, arms, and hands. This helps activate deep muscle layers and supports your baby’s strength and body awareness. 🌸 Soft, gentle strokes: Light caresses along the skin activate a different set of receptors. These touches help your baby feel safe, loved, and calm, and they even support digestion and internal organ function. 💪 Oil massage: Using coconut or olive oil, glide your hands in long, slow strokes across your baby’s body. It stimulates the muscles and improves circulation, helping your baby feel more balanced and grounded. These small daily practices make a big difference in your baby’s development and comfort. 💬 Have you tried any of these massage styles with your baby? Tell us what worked best in the comments 👇 👉 Follow @myoneosteo for expert guidance on baby posture, movement, and natural support from the start. #osteopathymalaysia #osteopathmalaysia #osteopathykl #osteopathytreatment #osteopathyhealth #malaysiahealthcare #naturalhealthmalaysia #wellnessmalaysia #baby #pediatrics #kids #development

Forward head posture causes poor breathing.

As a byproduct of spinal compression, a head that is locked in front of the cervical spine’s natural alignment not only puts pressure on the spinal discs but also on the airways that supply your lungs with air.

A common consequence of this “air hunger” is the tendency to rely on mouth breathing to force in more air. This is why people with this posture are often more likely to be habitual mouth breathers—causing even more issues than the postural dysfunction itself.

The two main muscles involved in this mechanism are the suboccipitals and the sternocleidomastoid. If the fascia surrounding them is left untreated and dehydrated, these muscles can remain locked in contraction, contributing to the forward tilt of the head.

And guess what? The fascial sheet that runs through this pathway connects to your forehead. So, what many people consider chronic headaches or migraines may, in fact, be linked to neglected fascia pulling on your head and causing tension.

To ensure correct spinal alignment—including that of your cervical spine—make sure all the following parts of your body fall in a straight vertical line when assessing your (resting) posture from a lateral view:

↓ Ear
↓ Mid-shoulder
↓ Mid-ribcage
↓ Mid-pelvis
↓ Mid-knee
↓ Malleolus

07/07/2025

Forward head posture causes poor breathing. As a byproduct of spinal compression, a head that is locked in front of the cervical spine’s natural alignment not only puts pressure on the spinal discs but also on the airways that supply your lungs with air. A common consequence of this “air hunger” is the tendency to rely on mouth breathing to force in more air. This is why people with this posture are often more likely to be habitual mouth breathers—causing even more issues than the postural dysfunction itself. The two main muscles involved in this mechanism are the suboccipitals and the sternocleidomastoid. If the fascia surrounding them is left untreated and dehydrated, these muscles can remain locked in contraction, contributing to the forward tilt of the head. And guess what? The fascial sheet that runs through this pathway connects to your forehead. So, what many people consider chronic headaches or migraines may, in fact, be linked to neglected fascia pulling on your head and causing tension. To ensure correct spinal alignment—including that of your cervical spine—make sure all the following parts of your body fall in a straight vertical line when assessing your (resting) posture from a lateral view: ↓ Ear ↓ Mid-shoulder ↓ Mid-ribcage ↓ Mid-pelvis ↓ Mid-knee ↓ Malleolus

💥 Upper Body Strength for Scoliosis!💥

Upper body strength is key for a strong, stable spine, but not all exercises are ideal for scoliosis. Movements like scapular retraction (squeezing the shoulder blades together) can actually worsen flat back issues common in scoliosis.

👉 Instead, focus on exercises that focus on widening the upper back, keeping the elbows even with the midline. Remember to incorporate elongation, expansion, and bilateral shoulder traction—aligned with Schroth principles.

👉Ready to learn more scoliosis specific exercise and take control of your scoliosis in 2025? Join the Scoli-Starter Program (begins January 8th)!! Comment the word “STARTER” below for more info!

01/03/2025

💥 Upper Body Strength for Scoliosis!💥 Upper body strength is key for a strong, stable spine, but not all exercises are ideal for scoliosis. Movements like scapular retraction (squeezing the shoulder blades together) can actually worsen flat back issues common in scoliosis. 👉 Instead, focus on exercises that focus on widening the upper back, keeping the elbows even with the midline. Remember to incorporate elongation, expansion, and bilateral shoulder traction—aligned with Schroth principles. 👉Ready to learn more scoliosis specific exercise and take control of your scoliosis in 2025? Join the Scoli-Starter Program (begins January 8th)!! Comment the word “STARTER” below for more info!

12/16/2024

Spindle-Stim Techniques for Cross Syndromes

In this week’s Technique Tuesday newsletter, blog post, and demonstration video we discuss manual methods to turn on weak muscles.

Injury, poor posture, aging, and gravitational forces cause protective muscle tension. Some muscles atrophy or become chronically weak as in upper and lower crossed syndromes. In addition, clients can experience sensory motor amnesia and a brain-body disconnect.

Massage therapists, bodyworkers, physical therapists, and athletic coaches read the blog and watch the demonstration video. Learn the theory behind spindle-stim techniques and use these methods to encourage weak muscles to contract properly.

When you sign up for the Technique Tuesday newsletter you get access to resources that supercharge your pain rehab practice without subscription fees. Visit blog.erikdalton.com.

#spindlestim #bodyworkcourses #daltonmyoskeletal #erikdalton #myoskeletaltraining

12/10/2024

Spindle-Stim Techniques for Cross Syndromes In this week’s Technique Tuesday newsletter, blog post, and demonstration video we discuss manual methods to turn on weak muscles. Injury, poor posture, aging, and gravitational forces cause protective muscle tension. Some muscles atrophy or become chronically weak as in upper and lower crossed syndromes. In addition, clients can experience sensory motor amnesia and a brain-body disconnect. Massage therapists, bodyworkers, physical therapists, and athletic coaches read the blog and watch the demonstration video. Learn the theory behind spindle-stim techniques and use these methods to encourage weak muscles to contract properly. When you sign up for the Technique Tuesday newsletter you get access to resources that supercharge your pain rehab practice without subscription fees. Visit blog.erikdalton.com. #spindlestim #bodyworkcourses #daltonmyoskeletal #erikdalton #myoskeletaltraining

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 🪼
➖ Video < 1 min ➖

Your nervous system is like the body’s command centre, controlling 🕹️ everything from movement 👣 and sensation✋🏻 to how we respond to stress 💢.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀:
▪️𝗖𝗡𝗦 (Central Nervous System): Comprising the brain and spinal cord, it processes information and directs actions.
▪️𝗣𝗡𝗦 (Peripheral Nervous System): Connects the CNS to the rest of the body, sending signals to and from organs, muscles, and skin.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗡𝗦 (Autonomic Nervous System) – a critical part of the 𝗣𝗡𝗦 – regulates functions that happen automatically, like heartbeat, digestion, and breathing. It has two key branches:
1️⃣ 𝗦𝗡𝗦 (Sympathetic Nervous System): “Fight or flight” – kicks in when you’re stressed or in danger, preparing the body for action.
2️⃣ 𝗣𝗡𝗦 (Parasympathetic Nervous System): “Rest and digest” – activates when you’re safe and relaxed, helping your body recover and restore balance.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗡𝗦
Breathing is one of the most powerful ways we can influence our ANS. Through conscious breath control, we can shift from the sympathetic (stress response) to the parasympathetic (relaxation response), helping to calm the nervous system, lower heart rate, and reduce anxiety.

Down regulating breathing exercises activates the parasympathetic system, helping with relaxation and restoring balance. This is why breath control is such a powerful tool in managing stress, enhancing focus, and promoting overall well-being. Next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, remember: your breath is literally right there under your nose and is one of the quickest ways to bring your nervous system back to balance 💨🫁⚖️.

👉🏻 Comment 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗠 below for 4 proven breathing exercises to reduce stress, ease anxiety, and sleep better. We’ll DM you our FREE breath guide to start your journey!

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12/05/2024

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 🪼 ➖ Video < 1 min ➖ Your nervous system is like the body’s command centre, controlling 🕹️ everything from movement 👣 and sensation✋🏻 to how we respond to stress 💢. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀: ▪️𝗖𝗡𝗦 (Central Nervous System): Comprising the brain and spinal cord, it processes information and directs actions. ▪️𝗣𝗡𝗦 (Peripheral Nervous System): Connects the CNS to the rest of the body, sending signals to and from organs, muscles, and skin. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗡𝗦 (Autonomic Nervous System) – a critical part of the 𝗣𝗡𝗦 – regulates functions that happen automatically, like heartbeat, digestion, and breathing. It has two key branches: 1️⃣ 𝗦𝗡𝗦 (Sympathetic Nervous System): “Fight or flight” – kicks in when you’re stressed or in danger, preparing the body for action. 2️⃣ 𝗣𝗡𝗦 (Parasympathetic Nervous System): “Rest and digest” – activates when you’re safe and relaxed, helping your body recover and restore balance. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗡𝗦 Breathing is one of the most powerful ways we can influence our ANS. Through conscious breath control, we can shift from the sympathetic (stress response) to the parasympathetic (relaxation response), helping to calm the nervous system, lower heart rate, and reduce anxiety. Down regulating breathing exercises activates the parasympathetic system, helping with relaxation and restoring balance. This is why breath control is such a powerful tool in managing stress, enhancing focus, and promoting overall well-being. Next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, remember: your breath is literally right there under your nose and is one of the quickest ways to bring your nervous system back to balance 💨🫁⚖️. 👉🏻 Comment 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗠 below for 4 proven breathing exercises to reduce stress, ease anxiety, and sleep better. We’ll DM you our FREE breath guide to start your journey! ➖ 🎞️ @sciepro.official ✦ For more @Primalbreathwork 📲 ✧ Save ⬇️, tag someone 👥 or share 📨 if you found it useful. Your support means a lot 🙏🏻

Do you experience, stiffness, pain, or tension on one side of the neck, especially when turning your head?

Well, if you have watched any of my videos, you know that it all comes down to the root cause. Very commonly there is a joint restriction or muscle dysfunction, but there are also many cases where there are generalized fascial restrictions which are overlooked.

This release I love to do to patients, but it can also easily be done on yourself. The key is a tight skin lock really getting onto the skin of the chest and pulling down or even down and out to the side and then while maintaining pressure moving the head up and back and then toying with the rotation. Once you find a tight spot, you can exhale and sink into it. If you feel like your mouth gets pulled open from tension, you can also play with closing and opening the draw. You can try this in la sitting or standing and if you have the opportunity try heat before hand.

#neck #neckpain #neckpainrelief #thanksgiving #fascia #fascialstretchtherapy #fascialpilates #tmj #headaches

12/02/2024

Do you experience, stiffness, pain, or tension on one side of the neck, especially when turning your head? Well, if you have watched any of my videos, you know that it all comes down to the root cause. Very commonly there is a joint restriction or muscle dysfunction, but there are also many cases where there are generalized fascial restrictions which are overlooked. This release I love to do to patients, but it can also easily be done on yourself. The key is a tight skin lock really getting onto the skin of the chest and pulling down or even down and out to the side and then while maintaining pressure moving the head up and back and then toying with the rotation. Once you find a tight spot, you can exhale and sink into it. If you feel like your mouth gets pulled open from tension, you can also play with closing and opening the draw. You can try this in la sitting or standing and if you have the opportunity try heat before hand. #neck #neckpain #neckpainrelief #thanksgiving #fascia #fascialstretchtherapy #fascialpilates #tmj #headaches

Bursitis is the inflammation of a bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between bones, tendons, muscles, and skin. The bursae reduce friction and help facilitate smooth movement. When they become irritated or inflamed, it can lead to pain, swelling, and restricted movement in the affected area. Commonly affected areas include the shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees.

Causes

Bursitis is often caused by repetitive motion or prolonged pressure on the bursa. Other factors include:

Injury 💥: Direct trauma to a joint can inflame the bursa.

Overuse 🏋️‍♂️: Activities like throwing, lifting, or kneeling can lead to bursitis over time.

Infection 🦠: In rare cases, infection (septic bursitis) can inflame the bursa.

Underlying Conditions 🧬: Conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or gout can increase the risk.

Physiotherapy Management for Bursitis

Physiotherapy plays a significant role in managing bursitis by reducing pain, inflammation, and restoring movement.

1. Rest and Activity Modification

2. Ice Therapy

3. Compression and Elevation

4. Stretching and Strengthening Exercises

5. Manual Therapy

6. Ultrasound and Electrical Stimulation

7. Postural Training

Merck Manual Consumer Version. (2021). Bursitis. Merck & Co.

All content presented in this post is reviewed for accuracy ✅ and grounded in academic literature 📚 and peer-reviewed research.

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11/29/2024

Bursitis is the inflammation of a bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between bones, tendons, muscles, and skin. The bursae reduce friction and help facilitate smooth movement. When they become irritated or inflamed, it can lead to pain, swelling, and restricted movement in the affected area. Commonly affected areas include the shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees. Causes Bursitis is often caused by repetitive motion or prolonged pressure on the bursa. Other factors include: Injury 💥: Direct trauma to a joint can inflame the bursa. Overuse 🏋️‍♂️: Activities like throwing, lifting, or kneeling can lead to bursitis over time. Infection 🦠: In rare cases, infection (septic bursitis) can inflame the bursa. Underlying Conditions 🧬: Conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or gout can increase the risk. Physiotherapy Management for Bursitis Physiotherapy plays a significant role in managing bursitis by reducing pain, inflammation, and restoring movement. 1. Rest and Activity Modification 2. Ice Therapy 3. Compression and Elevation 4. Stretching and Strengthening Exercises 5. Manual Therapy 6. Ultrasound and Electrical Stimulation 7. Postural Training Merck Manual Consumer Version. (2021). Bursitis. Merck & Co. All content presented in this post is reviewed for accuracy ✅ and grounded in academic literature 📚 and peer-reviewed research. #usmle #amc #foryou #fyp #studywithme #viralvideo #medicalstudent #futuredoctor #instagram #instagood #trendingnow #viralContent #explorepage #goingviral #anatomy #physiology #doctor #mcq #medstudent #medschool #education #information #explore #physiotherapy #quiz #rehab

Fix yourself.
Improve posture.
Become stronger.
Move from pain to performance.

Everyone that learns the Shoulder Trace loves the Shoulder Trace.

11/23/2024

Fix yourself. Improve posture. Become stronger. Move from pain to performance. Everyone that learns the Shoulder Trace loves the Shoulder Trace.

Understanding Gluteus Maximus Tension Lines: Anatomy Meets Function

The gluteus maximus, the largest muscle in the body, plays an important role in hip stability, movement, and power. Its tension lines reflect the arrangement of its fibres, which dictate its function and interaction with the kinetic chain.

Key Points About Tension Lines

• Fibre Orientation:
The fibres run diagonally from the iliac crest, sacrum, and coccyx (origin) to the iliotibial band (ITB) and gluteal tuberosity of the femur (insertion). Upper fibres are more horizontal; lower fibres are vertical.
• Force Distribution:
These tension lines allow the muscle to:
• Extend the hip during walking, running, or squatting.
• Externally rotate the femur, providing stability in dynamic movements.
• Transfer force via the thoracolumbar fascia and ITB for efficient movement patterns.
• Anatomical Connections:
The gluteus maximus connects with the thoracolumbar fascia, which links it to the contralateral latissimus dorsi, creating a cross-body tension line for core and pelvic stability.

11/23/2024

Understanding Gluteus Maximus Tension Lines: Anatomy Meets Function The gluteus maximus, the largest muscle in the body, plays an important role in hip stability, movement, and power. Its tension lines reflect the arrangement of its fibres, which dictate its function and interaction with the kinetic chain. Key Points About Tension Lines • Fibre Orientation: The fibres run diagonally from the iliac crest, sacrum, and coccyx (origin) to the iliotibial band (ITB) and gluteal tuberosity of the femur (insertion). Upper fibres are more horizontal; lower fibres are vertical. • Force Distribution: These tension lines allow the muscle to: • Extend the hip during walking, running, or squatting. • Externally rotate the femur, providing stability in dynamic movements. • Transfer force via the thoracolumbar fascia and ITB for efficient movement patterns. • Anatomical Connections: The gluteus maximus connects with the thoracolumbar fascia, which links it to the contralateral latissimus dorsi, creating a cross-body tension line for core and pelvic stability.

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8166 Market Street Suite I
Boardman, OH
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Monday	1pm - 8pm
Tuesday	1am - 5pm
Wednesday	1pm - 8pm
Thursday	1pm - 8pm
Friday	1pm - 8pm