Dr. Jason Allen, NMD.

01/18/2026

This one’s tough. If you try it, go easy.

01/16/2026

Our body is full of connection
And it’s very hard to work on one part of the body in isolation

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✨ Iliocostalis

-The Iliocostalis is a member of the Erector Spinae (Paraspinal*) group, composed of:
-Iliocostalis
-Longissimus
-Spinalis

*The term paraspinal usually denotes the muscles of the erector spinae group as well as the muscles of the transversospinalis group.

-The Iliocostalis has three parts: Iliocostalis Lumborum, Iliocostalis Thoracis, Iliocostalis Cervicis.

ATTACHMENTS:
-Sacrum and iliac crest to ribs to C4.
Sacrum, iliac crest, and ribs #3-12 to ribs #1-12 and transverse processes of C4-C7.

ACTIONS:
-Extends the neck and trunk at the spinal joints.
-Laterally flexes the neck and trunk at the spinal joints.
-Ipsilaterally rotates the neck and trunk at the spinal joints.
-Anteriorly tilts the pelvis at the lumbosacral joint.
-Ipsilaterally elevates the pelvis at the lumbosacral joint.

NOTES:
-The iliocostalis is the most lateral of the three subgroups of the erector spinae group.
-The name iliocostalis tells us that this muscle group attaches from the ilium to the ribs (cost means ribs).
-Some sources call the iliocostalis the iliocostocervicalis, indicating that this muscle group extends up into the cervical spine.

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01/10/2026

This is a condition I treat. :-)

11/29/2025

This muscle causes a lot of low back pain. The kind where “your back goes out” and it hurts to move

11/29/2025

This is a great series showing how back, hips and shoulders and interconnected

11/29/2025

11/22/2025

The serratus anterior muscle is so over used and neglected.
The area is usually very painful to touch. Feels so much better after being released!!
This is a simple and effect exercise for your shoulder pain!

07/09/2025

Adhesions - also called scar tissue or fibrotic change, can limit your strength, mobility and cause pan.

I can help you break it up :-)

06/27/2025

Contrast therapy is great. I’ve been recommending it for years

The secret is switching between hot and cold temperatures.

05/20/2025

Ligament instability can be treated with prolotherapy and PRP (platelet rich plasma) with good results. Minimal invasive and almost no down time.

This wrist diagram illustrates the arrangement of the carpal bones and highlights the Scapholunate (S-L) ligament, which plays a critical role in wrist stability. Key points:

Bones Involved:Scaphoid: Located on the radial side, connecting with the thumb.
Lunate: Central carpal bone that articulates with the radius.

S-L Ligament: Connects the scaphoid and lunate bones.
Vital for wrist mechanics and load distribution.

Clinical Significance: Injury to the S-L ligament can cause scapholunate dissociation, which, if untreated, can lead to instability and long-term arthritis.

This diagram is essential for understanding wrist anatomy and recognising pathologies associated with ligament injuries.

11/25/2024

As a lover of ice cream, I’m careful to check ingredients. The trouble is some of these ingredients may not be listed.

Should we start testing additives against our gut microbes?

10/08/2024

Why are you here?
Why did your wife tell you to come in?