Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterized by shoulder stiffness and limited range of motion. Understanding the history and etiology of frozen shoulder can provide valuable insights into the development and management of this condition. In...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | PEC MINOR AND ROUNDED SHOULDERS

What is Fascia? Fascia is incredibly useful stuff. It’s the biological material that holds us together. All of the cells in our bodies are bound through a fascial connective tissue network. Basically, our bones float in this fascial network and our muscles provide the...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | SUBACROMIAL IMPINGEMENT SYNDROME

What Is Subacromial Impingement Syndrome? The shoulder is made up of the clavicle (collarbone) and the scapula (shoulder blades). The protrusion of the scapula which marks the highest point of the shoulder is the acromion. The pathway underneath the acromion is called...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | UNEVEN SHOULDERS

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...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | UPPER CROSS SYNDROME

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...