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MSR Freestyle Swimming: Part 3 The Core Stabilizers
This understanding aids in optimizing performance and minimizing injury risk. In part 3 of this series, we will review the critical anatomic
Dr. Brian Abelson
Apr 10, 20247 min read
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MSR Freestyle Swimming: Part 2 Shoulder Blade Stabilizers
In Part 1, we discussed enhancing Freestyle Swimming through manual Therapy, specifically arm movements and the associated muscles. In...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Apr 3, 20247 min read
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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
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Golf Exercises: The Critical Roles of Mobility and Strength
Golf is not just a sport, but a fusion of art and science. Every swing combines precision, strength, and the right level of mobility....
Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 23, 20248 min read
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MSR: Cycling Performance and Injury Prevention
Cycling, a widely embraced exercise, can play a pivotal role in shaping our health and overall wellness. This low-impact sport,...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 20, 202410 min read
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MSR Golf Maintenance Program
This blog delves into the essentials of golf maintenance care, a sport where precision and performance reign supreme.
Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 19, 202410 min read
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Tai Chi: Why Learn It?
Why Learn Tai Chi?" is a question I often get from patients, practitioners, and friends. It's worth a detailed answer. Throughout my...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 4, 202412 min read
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Are You Prescribing the Right Exercises? Flexion and Extension Intolerance
Back pain is a complex issue affecting millions of people worldwide. For many, the symptoms of this prevalent condition are often...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 1, 202411 min read
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The Rhomboid Muscles – An MSR Approach
The rhomboid muscle group, consisting of the rhomboid major and minor, is fundamental to scapulothoracic articulation and upper extremity...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 12, 20248 min read
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The Iliopsoas – An MSR Approach
The iliopsoas muscle group, a vital component of the lumbar-pelvic-hip complex, is central to movement, stability, and strength in the...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 11, 202410 min read
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Stride Dynamics: Unveiling Hockey Biomechanics - MSR Part 5: Recovery or Swing phase
While termed “recovery,” this phase primarily serves as preparation. Initial contact and single-support gliding establish alignment,...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 9, 20246 min read
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The Pectoral Muscles – An MSR Approach
The pectoralis muscles, comprised of the pectoralis major and minor, are essential for the dynamic movement and stabilization of the...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 7, 20249 min read
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The Serratus Anterior – An MSR Approach
The serratus anterior, often heralded as the "boxer's muscle," plays a quintessential role in orchestrating upper limb mobility and the...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 1, 202410 min read
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Stride Dynamics: Unveiling Hockey Biomechanics - MSR Part 4: Terminal Stride
Skaters should achieve the "triple extension" stance at the end of their stride, fully extending the hip, knee, and ankle joints. This...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 31, 20246 min read
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The Levator Scapulae – An MSR Approach
The levator scapulae muscle is integral to neck and shoulder mechanics, playing a key role in scapulocervical movement and stabilization....
Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 30, 20249 min read
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The Triceps – An MSR Approach
The triceps brachii muscle is a cornerstone of upper limb anatomy. It serves as the principal extensor of the elbow joint and plays a...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 25, 20249 min read
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The Erector Spinae – An MSR Approach
The erector spinae muscles are paramount in spinal movement and stabilization, forming a critical component in the human musculoskeletal...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 23, 20249 min read
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MSR Stride Dynamics: Unveiling Hockey Biomechanics - Part 2: Single Support Gliding
In this pivotal segment of the glide, the skater focuses on stability, utilizing controlled movements to advance the swing leg. This...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 18, 20246 min read
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The Biceps & Brachialis – An MSR Approach
The biceps brachii and brachialis muscles are fundamental to forearm movement and elbow flexion, playing a significant role in both...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 17, 20247 min read
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The Deltoids – An MSR Approach
The deltoid muscle, an essential component of shoulder mechanics, is central to arm abduction and plays a pivotal role in upper limb...
Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 15, 20248 min read
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