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Dr. Brian Abelson
Apr 10, 20247 min read
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
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Apr 3, 20247 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 27, 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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 23, 20248 min read
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....
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 20, 202410 min read
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,...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 19, 202410 min read
MSR Golf Maintenance Program
This blog delves into the essentials of golf maintenance care, a sport where precision and performance reign supreme.
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 4, 202412 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Mar 1, 202411 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 12, 20248 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 11, 202410 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 9, 20246 min read
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,...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 7, 20249 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Feb 1, 202410 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 31, 20246 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 30, 20249 min read
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....
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 25, 20249 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 23, 20249 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 18, 20246 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 17, 20247 min read
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Jan 15, 20248 min read
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...
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