Muscle Release Therapy, MRTh

07/23/2019

I am looking to hire an Anatomy & Physiology instructor for the Gibbons School of Massage Therapy. Classes begin August 26, 2019. It is for one night a week from 6 to 9 PM. If you or you know someone interested please contact me through PM or send resume to:

Gibbons School of Massage Therapy

25901 Emery Road Suite 103,

Warrensville Hts. Ohio 44128

216-364-0152

Thank you

01/26/2019

I am looking for applications to instruct A & P for the Spring 2019 semester. Class days will be Monday evenings and Saturday Morning. If you or know of someone who possibly would be interested please PM for more information. This would be for the Gibbons School of Massage Therapy. Our classes are purposefully held to a small contingent for more one on one instruction. Thank you. Class starts February 11, 2019 and ends June 1, 2019. And

04/07/2016

Have you struggled to get a positive and long lasting release to the Psoas, Upper Trapezius and/or the Iliacus? Could it be the involvement of the Kidney Meridian? Probably is! The importance of tying the Meridian in to its related muscle is of utmost importance for the therapist to have the positive flow of energy. Where is the area of the largest blockage? Where it ends in the foot! Like the Levator Scapulae or the Upper Trapezius, the bottom of the foot also has that one area in th medial arch that has that untamable "knot". In our next Master Class we will be addressing how to rectify this and also some of the symptoms of the foot, such as Tarsal Tunnel; Plantar Fasciitis; chronic foot pain; neuromas; etc. if you are interested in taking this web based continuing education (NCBTMB approved), give us a call at 216-364-0152. Class date is Tuesday, April 26, 2016 from 6:30-8:00 PM ESDT. You can also email appointments@chagrinvalleywellness.com
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01/19/2016

The knee and elbow are both unique joints. Why you ask? They act as two different mechanical devices simultaneously to produce movement. They are first a turnbuckle which allows one half of the equation to tighten while the other part loosens or diminishes in tension. As it reaches its peak tension the cam action flips over and changes the tension from one part to the other. So whether flexing or extending those joints the flow of tension is controlled through them. The ribs and clavicle act in the same format but are continuous structures that move in opposing directions. Something to chew on and digest today.

01/18/2016

So you have determined through assessment and treatment that the left Psoas is dysfunctional and causing the low back distress. You release the Psoas through the different technique protocols you have learned, what next? Since the Psoas cohabitates with the Illiacus by way of the joint tendon you need to ensure that has responded to the release and balance of the Psoas, otherwise that dynamic tension will alter outcome. Now if it is the left Psoas it will be the right Longus Collus and you will be able to determine that by the rotational torque on C1-4, this will also let you know which lumbar vertebrae is directly involved, Lovett Brothers, to complete the balance of tension. Let me know how this helps you.

12/17/2015

In my last class for Muscle Release Therapy, MRTh® and Anatomy of Fundamental Movement(SM) we were talking about the groupings of muscles that interact in movement and how they come in groupings of three. Scalenes, Pectoralis, Deltoids, Trapezius, Abdominals, Triceps, Rotator Cuff (SIT) and Gluteals, Their interaction with one another is also how the body needs to be assessed and treated. The students found this to be very helpful as they incorporate it into the practice.

11/20/2015

This is a great video showing the rib motility

10/12/2015

They say the eyes are the window to the Soul, as Muscle Release Therapy, MRTh® we should be using the eyes to help assess. During our next Master Class we will be discussing using the eyes with the metaphors of the meridians (heart and small intestine) to aid us in our assessment protocol. For more information or to register give us a call at 216-364-0152. You can also go to our web sites, www.chagrinvalleywellness.com or www.thegibbonsschool.com. Hope to see you on October 27, 2015 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM ESDT. Can't be there, the class will be recorded for your viewing and educational pleasure. These classes are approved continuing education class through the Chagrin Valley Wellness Institute NCBTMB provider number 451340-10.

10/22/2014

Anatomy of Movement Class on the Upper Extremities is this Friday, October 24, 2014 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM EST. This web based class will go into great detail on the coordinated movement of the upper extremity. It will clarify the importance of moving distal to proximal or fingertips to shoulder. This class will give insight into many of the major reasons why people suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, Frozen Shoulder, Rotator Cuff Injury, and other maladies that the upper extremity suffers from. This is a required course for our Muscle Release Therapy, MRTh® students but also is offered for the many movement specialists that teach dance, yoga, pilates and other related activities. We have six openings and if you would like to join us please contact rebecca@chagrinvalleywellness.com or call her at 216-364-0152 for more information. I hope you can join us.

06/02/2014

In CVWC's June newsletter an article I wrote on getting those summer abs pertains to this weeks webinar. With all of the constant chatter about strengthening your "core" muscles the article talks about learning to engage or torn them as the most efficient manner. Try sitting in a comfortable chair and close your eyes to help focus on the chain of events that take place. First make sure your full foot is in contact with the floor, you should sense a spreading of all the metatarsals. The next area to focus on are your inner thighs, experience first the adductor Magnus and other adductors working. Notice how your pelvic floor opens. Next one up is the transverse abdominal as that shortens focus on the rib cage and how it opens and the shoulder blades start to retract toward the spine. Many will try this and yes at first will not be able to get it all, but continue on practicing. As therapist this is an assessment for you to perform on your clients to make sure you have them in balance. For more on this please join us Thursday evening from 8-9 PM EDT. Call 216-364-0152. Now is also a good time to register for the next series when we will take a closer look at the different skeletal movements.

05/29/2014

Yesterday during my conversation with Joshua Trentine from Overload Fitness, the question of how to isolate movement of the Scapula would take place without the use of your arms. This is a truly focused movement that shows how to use the mind to control the brain. In order to retract the Scapula one has to focus on the a Transverse Abdominal (TVA) to move concentrically. Because this muscle (TVA) interdigitates with the Serratus Anterior muscle, as it shortens it creates the lengthening of the Serratus muscle. As the Serratus lengthens the Rhomboid shortens and retracts the Scapula. For protraction just reverse the process, starting movement in the TVA. This movement process will strengthen the TVA and help accentuate the building of the abdominal wall. This will help strengthen both the lower and upper spine. Focus on just moving the TVA and see all the activity that takes place in the pelvic region as well. Hint: pelvic abduction.

05/24/2014

Just how important are the toes? They work in conjunction with the ankle. Their mechanical activity work in direct opposition to the ankle and reinforce the neurological connection for both knee and hip flexion. In our webinar this Thursday evening I will be showing a release technique that balances the tendon tension on them and releases the ilio-psoas muscle without touching the muscle. If you want more information give us a call at 216-364-0152.