Posture
Posture “Stand up straight! Keep your shoulders back!” Your mother was right. It is important to be conscious of your posture. Postural awareness prevents and...
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Intramuscular Manual Therapy
What is Intramuscular Manual Therapy? Intramuscular manual therapy involves the use of thin, filament needles to release trigger points or “knots” in muscle...
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Sports Hernia
Atlanta Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center frequently and successfully treats Sports Hernia or Athletic Pubalgia, which is a common cause of groin pain in athletes. ...
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Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis, which is irritation and swelling of the fibrous tissue on the bottom of the foot, is one of the most common orthopedic complaints relating to the...
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Spinal Traction
Spinal traction is used to “gap” the spinal joints, thereby reducing compressive forces on spinal structures. Think of spinal traction as the opposite of gravity....
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Manual Therapy Techniques
Manual therapy incorporates HANDS-ON techniques. These are aimed at improving joint range of motion; healing soft tissue – including muscles, tendons, and ligaments;...
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