Book Review: Fascia. The tensional network of the human body

September 16, 2012

Fascia. The tensional network of the human body. Edited by Robert Schleip et al. Lead editor, Dr. Robert Schleip is a fascial researcher in Germany at Ulm University. Dr. Schleip and is co-editors Thomas Findley (USA), Leon Chaitow (UK), and Peter Huijing (Netherlands) have presented a very international and interdisciplinary flavor in their 2012 text. It […]

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More dates added for 2012 Janda Workshops

May 17, 2012

We’ve partnered with CIAO Seminars to provide 4 additional hands-on workshops for therapists, chiropractors, and physicians in 2012. Visit their website for more information on the Janda workshops. Find our complete 2012 workshop schedule here. Recently added: Pensacola, Florida : August 25-26 Boston, Mass : September 8-9 New York: October 12-13 Stevens Point, Wisconsin: November 3-4 […]

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Treating hamstring cramps: Functional or Structural Approach?

May 8, 2012

Imagine this case scenario: An elite triathlete is referred to your clinic for chronic hamstring cramps in his right leg. A traditional ‘structural’ approach would involve a stretching and strengthening program of the hamstrings. A more ‘functional’ approach would include an assessment of the entire lower kinetic chain, pelvis and trunk to look for biomechanical […]

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Groin strains related to hip muscle imbalance

May 2, 2012

                Fans of Dr. Janda’s work know it’s always important to evaluate more than just the area of pain, particularly the proximal segments of a more distal pathology. Recently, hip weakness was associated with anterior knee pain in several studies, as suggested by Janda. These proximal muscle imbalances are thought to lead to altered motor […]

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Can the scapula play a role in Thoracic Outlet Syndrome rehabilitation?

April 22, 2012

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is a complex and sometimes difficult condition to identify and treat. Thoracic outlet syndrome occurs with compromise of the nerves and blood vessels passing from the neck into the arm through a region known as the “thoracic outlet”. Entrapment of this neurovascular bundle can lead to both neurological symptoms (numbness and […]

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Evidence for DNS: Diaphragmatic dysfunction in low back pain patients

April 10, 2012

I’ve been a fan of Pavel Kolář’s work in merging the work of Vojta and Janda. Dr. Janda said Pavel was one of his best students, and often pointed to his emerging work with developmental kinesiology at the time and its implications in rehabilitation. I’ve attended several of the “pre-DNS” (Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization) courses including […]

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2012 Seminar Schedule Posted

February 12, 2012

The 2012 Janda Approach workshop schedule is now up! In addition to several US locations, we’ll be adding international sites as well. Find our workshop schedule here. Arcadia, California April 21-22 Wichita, Kansas April 28-29 San Diego, California July 14-15 Atlanta, Georgia August 25-26 Phoenix, Arizona Oct. 27-28 We’ve partnered with CIAO Seminars to provide […]

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Lower Crossed Syndrome Type A vs. Type B: What’s the difference?

January 23, 2012

I recently received a question about the difference between Janda’s Type A Lower Crossed Syndrome and Type B Lower Crossed Syndrome. Janda talked about his Lower Crossed Syndrome have 2 different presentations in patients; one manifested in the lower back (Type B) and the other in the hip (Type A).  According to Assessment and Treatment of […]

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Isolated Hip Exercise Reduces Anterior Knee Pain

January 13, 2012

Anterior knee pain is often associated with hip muscle weakness of the abductors, extensors and external rotators. Dr. Vladimir Janda noted these muscles were particularly susceptible to inhibition and weakness. Patellofemoral pain is often associated with muscle imbalance. Hip weakness is particularly prevalent in females with anterior knee pain. This hip weakness is thought to […]

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FREE Webinar on Cervicogenic Headaches

December 14, 2011

About half the population suffers from headaches, and 15 to 20% of those headaches include head and neck pain. This type of headache is recognized as a ‘cervicogenic headache.’  It’s important to make an accurate diagnosis of cervicogenic headaches to initiate the proper treatment. Dr. Vladimir Janda discussed the presence of his Upper Crossed Syndrome […]

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