Rotator Cuff Injuries: The MSR Solution
The rotator cuff is a remarkable collection of muscles and tendons that grant the shoulder joint its impressive range of motion and...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Dec 18, 20237 min read
The Quadratus Lumborum – An MSR Approach
The Quadratus Lumborum (QL), a key stabilizer of the lumbar spine and pelvis, is integral to postural alignment and mechanical...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Dec 15, 20239 min read
The Myth of Instant Healing: Why Your Body Heals on Its Own Schedule
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...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Dec 12, 20239 min read
The Deep Flexors - A Motion Specific Release Approach
The deep flexors of the lower leg — the posterior tibial tendon (PTT), flexor digitorum longus (FDL), and flexor hallucis longus (FHL) —...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Dec 8, 202310 min read
Piriformis Syndrome: Manual Therapy & Exercise Solution
Piriformis Syndrome (PS) is a type of sciatica in which the piriformis muscle in the buttock irritates or compresses the sciatic nerve,...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Dec 6, 20239 min read
Gastrocnemius and Soleus Muscles: An MSR Approach to Strength and Stability
The gastrocnemius and soleus muscles are pivotal components in the intricate machinery of the lower leg, essential for propulsion and...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Dec 1, 202312 min read
Achieving Maximum Knee Flexion Through Manual Therapy and Exercise
A serene morning routine was disrupted. A beloved daily practice is becoming increasingly challenging. Meet Mina, a woman whose...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Nov 27, 20239 min read
Oculomotor Exercises - Dizziness & Vertigo
Oculomotor exercises are designed to improve the control, coordination, and movement of the eyes, which are crucial for tasks that...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Nov 22, 202310 min read
Racquet Sports - Optimizing Performance – Part 3
Part 3 of our series, 'Optimizing Racquet Sports Performance,' focuses on the lower body's vital role. We'll examine the biomechanics of...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Nov 15, 20237 min read
Racquet Sports - Optimizing Performance – Part 2
In Part 2 of "Unraveling the Biomechanics of Racquet Sports for Optimal Performance", we focus on the abdominal muscles and erector...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Nov 15, 202314 min read
Posture Perfect: Aligning Your Body with Manual Therapy and Exercise
The quest for optimal posture has never been more pressing in a world that increasingly draws us into a forward bend over our...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Nov 8, 202312 min read
Racquet Sports - Optimizing Performance – Part 1
Engaging in racquet sports such as tennis, squash, and badminton requires a complex interplay of dynamic muscles, acute coordination, and...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Oct 17, 20239 min read
Unveiling the Power of MSR in Releasing Restrictions in the Quadricep muscles
The quadriceps, comprising four individual muscles, serve as the workhorses of the lower extremities. They are critical for athletes...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Oct 12, 20237 min read
The MSR Runner's Maintenance Guide - Part 1 - The Upper Body
Welcome to the inaugural segment of the MSR Runner's Maintenance Guide. With a foundation of three decades of running expertise, this...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Oct 10, 202310 min read
Unveiling the Power of MSR in Releasing Restrictions in the Hamstring muscles
This article aims to provide an in-depth yet accessible understanding of the hamstrings through the lens of Motion Specific Release (MSR)...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Oct 6, 20237 min read
The Runner's Gait: Part 6 - Terminal Swing Phase
The terminal swing phase in gait is the critical final step before foot-ground contact. It ensures that the lower limbs are optimally...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Oct 3, 202311 min read
Unveiling the Power of MSR in Releasing Restrictions in the Gluteus Maximus and Medius muscles
In the broad sphere of musculoskeletal (MSK) medicine, the Gluteus Maximus and Medius muscles are central to athletic performance,...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Sep 22, 20237 min read
The Runner's Gait: Part 4 - Unraveling the Swing Phase
Welcome to the intriguing world of the Swing Phase, which occupies about 40% of the entire gait cycle. This stage has a dual mission:...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Sep 15, 20238 min read
The Runner's Gait: Part 3 - Unleashing The Take Off
As we journey through the gait cycle, the propulsion phase, also known as the take-off, showcases the dynamic interplay of our body's...
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Dr. Brian Abelson
Sep 8, 20239 min read
The Runner's Gait: Part 2 - Decoding the Mid-Stance Phase
The mid-stance phase, also known as the absorption phase, is a critical turning point in the gait cycle. It is a complex performance of...
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