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1994 - Vol. 2, No. 2
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The Levator Scapulae: Making the Con-NECK-tion
Danny Kuzmich, B.Sc., P.T., H.B.P.E.
Abstract: Levator scapulae is an axioscapular muscle spanning two different areas of the body, but by virtue of this connection, the cervical spine and shoulder girdle become functionally related. Therefore, when in dysfunction, the levator scapulae has the potential to adversely affect either structure. The clinician must have thorough understanding of the anatomy and function of the muscle in order to properly analyze clinical presentations of dysfunction which involve the cervical spine or shoulder girdle. This paper reviews the anatomy and action of levator scapulae, must of which is hypothesized, due to lack of available literature. Possible etiologies of levator scapulae dysfunction are presented, and clinical findings are discussed. Based on anatomy, biomechanics, and cervical and shoulder girdle pathology, clinical implications of levator scapulae dysfunction are hypothesized. Principles of treatment are briefly discussed.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Vol. 2 No. 2 (1994), 43 - 54
Soft Tissue Treatment and Muscle Stretching
Tim McGonigle, PT, K.W. Matley, PT
Abstract: This article reviews the inflammatory, fibroblastic and remodeling phases of soft tissue healing. Common subjective and objective finding associated with the stages of healing are reviewed. Clinical decision making as it relates to soft tissue treatment and muscle stretching is discussed.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Vol. 2 No. 2 (1994), 55 - 62
Principles of Soft Tissue Treatment
Dennis Morgan, PT, DC
Abstract: Two primary types of passive soft tissue movements are reviewed. Levels of patient participation in treatment and soft tissue technique variables are presented. Treatment goals for acute, subacute and chronic conditions are outlined.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Vol. 2 No. 2 (1994), 63 - 65
Sudomotor Changes Induced by Neural Mobilisation Techniques in Asymptomatic Subjects
Bill Vicenzino, MSc Bphty GDSP, David Collins, PHD, Tony Wright, PHD BSc (Hons) Phty
Abstract: This study investigates the effect of two spinal manipulative therapy techniques on skin conductance and skin temperature in the distal C6 dermatome of asymptomatic subjects. The effects of the two spinal manipulative therapy techniques were compared. A randomizes, repeated measures, double blind, placebo controlled study design was used to investigate the physiological effect of a C5/6 left lateral glide technique (grade lll) with the right upper limb in either the upper limb tension test 1 (LG1) or the upper limb tension test 2b (LG2b) position. Thirty-four normal asymptomatic subjects participated in the study. LG2b and LG1 produced significantly greater increases in skin conductance than did placebo or control. LG2b produced a greater increase than did LG1 but this was not significant. There were no such significant changes in skin temperature. These results provide objective evidence of a physiological effect that is produced by the spinal manipulative therapy techniques under consideration.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Vol. 2 No. 2 (1994), 66 - 74
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