Bai Hui, the point at the top of the head translates to 100 meetings. Otherwise known as Du 20 or Governing Vessel 20, this point is located on the midline of the head in line with the apex of the ears, it centers the crown of the head. Bai Hui is the meeting point of
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Stability and Mobility: A Recipe for Happy Shoulders “Shoulder pain” is one of the most commonly treated orthopedic injuries in the United States. When referring to the shoulder, it is important to remember that “the shoulder” is actually made up of three joints. This structure of three joints, along with tendons and ligaments, allows
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3D printing has been the new up and coming technology “boom” of the 21st century. 3D printing continues to grow in our schools, hospitals, businesses, etc. so it was only a matter of time before it was introduced to the physical therapy world. Most of the time in the clinic, patients joke around about the
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Torticollis is an abnormal tightening of one side of the neck muscles, generally occurring in an infant, which results in a tilting and a turning of the head. Torticollis can occur in older children and adults, but that is usually in response to some sort of trauma. The focus of this blog article, however, will
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Contrary to its appearance, Tai Chi Quan has been proven to be a useful component in falls prevention for elderly patients as well as patients who have neurological problems. Tai Chi Quan is a form of martial art originating from China originally developed as a means of exercise, self-defense, and sport. However, more recently studies
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Dealing with the complications of modern life requires some form of stress management. Acupuncture can be an ideal therapy to use in conjunction with lifestyle changes to help you combat stress and enter a more harmonious state. When your body is subjected to constant stress, this stagnation of circulation causes a variety of physical and
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Contrary to its appearance, Tai Chi Quan has been proven to be a useful component in falls prevention for elderly patients as well as patients who have neurological problems. Tai Chi Quan is a form of martial art originating from China originally developed as a means of exercise, self-defense, and sport. However, more recently studies
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