What Is a Tailor’s Bunion? Tailor’s bunion refers to the medical condition where there is a protrusion on the outer side of the little toe (the fifth metatarsal), typically caused by excess rubbing or pressure. It can lead to discomfort and less efficient...
Body Asymmetry and Breathing Mechanics The body is naturally asymmetrical, affecting all aspects of our movements and breathing mechanics. A prime example of this is seen between the left and right hemispheres of the lungs and the diaphragm (the primary muscle used...
Limb length discrepancy is a common condition where one leg is shorter than the other (usually less than a 1 cm difference on average). This can lead to distinct changes in the walking pattern, pain in the knees, ankles, hips, back, or shoulders. How Does This Happen?...
What are Uneven Shoulders? In a neutral state, the shoulders should sit evenly on top of the rib cage. The rib cage, the supportive foundation for the diaphragm and lungs, is essential for optimal breathing and efficient energy use. However, when the rib cage becomes...
What is Upper Cross Syndrome Upper cross syndrome refers to a compensation pattern where the shoulder girdle becomes unstable in which the upper back and head have an exaggerated forward tilt (think of a hunchbacked posture with the head positioned forward). This can...
What Is Winged Scapula The shoulder region, comprised of the shoulder blade (scapulae) and the collarbone (clavicle), act as a supportive stabilizer for the chest muscles (pectorals and trapezius), muscles around the side of the ribcage (serratus anterior), and the...
