Neurological tightness vs Mechanical tension:
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One of the most valuable lessons I learned from @drmchivers and the @functionalrangerelease manual system was how to differentiate neurological tightness and mechanical tension.
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My patient initially complained of intense cervical pain, tightness, locking / catching and restricted movement (specifically extension and rotation). Through assessment I found his symptoms were primarily due to neurological tightness. Likely this was due to global hypermobility (6/9 on the Beighton score).
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He developed a fear of movement due to his symptoms, which caused him to stop many physical activities. When he saw other healthcare professionals they attempted to massage out the tightness, which ultimately failed to address the problem. .
After FR treatments to address neurological tension: PAILs level 1 & 2, controlled articular rotations and cervical hinge training he now has a reduced fear of neck movement, resumed activities he had not performed in years and most importantly now has tools to help himself. .
Future sessions to expand his ACTIVE motion so he can control his body.
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@drandreospina @functionalrangeconditioning