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Dear Dr. Gott: I’m responding to your request to report results from employing the soap therapy for nocturnal leg cramps. I’m a firm believer in this technique, and it has worked for me. Allow me to expand on my experience.
I am a retired nurse. I’ve been bothered by nocturnal leg cramps for as many years as I can remember. I’m 66 years old and in good health. Many years ago, probably in the 1970s or 1980s, my physician ordered quinine tablets for these cramps.
"Nurse has Bubbly Praise for Soap Therapy" »
MYO is muscle: FASCIA is the connective tissue that holds us together. Myofascial pain is pain that comes from muscles and the fascia that is interwoven throughout and covering them.
"What is MYOFASCIAL Pain & Dysfunction?" »
by John F. Barnes, PT
What is fibromyalgia really? What do fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic pain, headaches, pelvic/menstrual pain and dysfunction, and PMS have in common? These are simply different labels of a common denominator, unrecognized myofascial restrictions. Myofascial restrictions do not show up in all of the standard tests that are now performed, nor have most health professionals been taught how to recognize them.
"Fibromyalgia" »
Most everyone loves to go to the fair. It's full of rides, smiles, competitions, and of course food. There are things that you only have at the fair, like those giant corn dogs and cotton candy.
"The Fair, Cotton Candy, and Fascia" »
Myofascial release techniques not only benefit patients with chronic pain, but can also aid patients with acute injuries by preventing the injuries from becoming chronic pain conditions.
"Myofascial Release and Sports" »
We have all experienced or treated patients whose symptoms after a whiplash accident far exceed what could reasonably be explained by the velocity of the accident. Full-blown symptoms have been frequently seen at automobile speeds below 10 to 15 mph.
"Whiplash - Mind and Body" »
Gary D. Keown, PT and Tim Juett, PT of South Umpqua Physical Therapy Services in Winston, Oregon, have extensive experience in Physical Therapy and Myofascial Release. The integration of the Myofascial Release approach into their Physical Therapy practice has greatly enhanced their success. Their reputation for excellence and resolving difficult cases has led to the growth of four very successful Physical Therapy facilities in Oregon.
Tim has just completed our advanced Myofascial Release III seminar and said he would like to share some case histories with you which constitute a very valuable patient introduction to Myofascial Release. I suggest you modify this to fit your facility's particular requirements and print it as a handout for your patients and referring physicians and dentists.
"An Introduction to the Patient" »
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