Our approach to pain syndromes and musculoskeletetal dysfunctions involves analyzing the structure of the body to identify and correct imbalances. Palpation, range of motion, and visual appearance are used to reveal distortions of the pelvis, sacrum, and spine. Muscle Energy Technique (MET) is used to correct these distortions in conjunction with myofascial release, stretching, and strengthening. This combination promotes balance in the soft tissue and skeletal structures of the body. The goal is to facilitate changes within the body that allow it to resist the effects of gravity and move efficiently.

Muscle Energy Technique (MET) is a system that uses precise positioning of the body in conjunction with very light muscle contractions to reeducate muscle whose dysfunctional tone distorts the body and causes asymmetry. Special emphasis is placed on the lumbar spine, sacrum, and pelvis, which control the functional core of the body. Balancing this area can relieve both distal and proximal symptoms. This technique is very gentle on the patient and can be very effective in relieving a variety of musculoskeletal dysfunctions.

Myofascial Release employs manual, deep tissue release to lengthen chronically shortened connective tissues. Manual stretching by the therapist and self stretching by the patient further this process. Lengthened and weakened muscles are then strengthened with resistance exercise.

In addition to the low back, other areas, such as the arches of the feet, are also examined to identify and address additional factors that may be negatively influencing the body. The feet, like the lumbo pelvic region, are a base of support that influence structures elsewhere in the body. Conditions caused by poor arch support are addressed with custom molded orthotics with careful regard to heel and foot positioning. The patient's activities are also taken into consideration when choosing the specific amount of support/rigidity that the orthotics will provide.

This complete approach is extremely effective in correcting and maintaining good skeletal symmetry, thereby allowing all body systems to perform at optimum levels. We are very proud of our high success rate.