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Journal review
BEST PRACTICE Rotator Cuff Tears
Early strapping of the shoulder complex unloads the damaged tissue thereby facilitating repair.
Cervical & thoracic ( C1 -T6 ) spine check is essential in cases of trauma ( falls, traction, wrenches) as is often implicated as a shock absorbing mechanism
and can be damaged causing referred pain.
Existing posture patterning & scapulo-thoracic compliance can effect healing therefore all imbalances need to be addressed early on.

Gentle isometric abduction ( to 30) & lateral rotation ( in neutral) short of pain point can be started after 5 days progressing to theraband resistance which
strengthens eccentrically.
Subscapularis needs to be strengthened where head of humerus is lying anterior in glenoid fossa.

End stage strength in a closed chain position ( quadruped) is an essential benchmark prior to discharge.

Synchro Updates physiotherapy pilates Dr Rich Wilson, Isla Griffin-Wilson team
We are now running 26 Pilates classes a week for all ages & abilities.
Our point of difference remains as a thorough biomechanical assessment of all clients and
Pilates based Rehab programs.
RAPAM ( Spine Mobilisation tool) outcomes remain excellent for chronic lumbar,

thoracic & cervical spine pain for
PERMANENT resolution.

VIDEO s with clear excellent instruction. .
Beginners -Core stability basics for starters & those recovering injuries

Accomplished. -The full Jo Pilates sequence of 34 matwork exercises
intelligent exercises amazing results. .
New team member Anny Luty Swiss born & trained physio excellent diagnostician

& acupuncturist, joins Annette Weaver & Sue Pritt, broadening the experience for
lively case conferences.
So once again Ð ALL ACUTE INJURIES WILL BE SEEN IN 24 HOURS.

Juliet McLean, Pilates Instructor is now taking on new clients.

THOUGHT WAVE
studio scene

THORNE RESEARCH SUPPLEMENTS:
Only available through medical outlets, hypoallergenic encapsulation ( without packers) .

We offer musculoskeletal tissue support for cartilage, , bone, tendon & botanical anti-inflammatory ( research backed) for
those intolerant to NSAIDS.

MANUAL THERAPY Journal of Musculoskeletal Therapy Treatment.
Osteitis pubis via the pelvic muscles, a common condition affecting athletic groups, is reviewed. Presents with pubic lower abdominal &
adductor pain with restricted hip abduction SIJ dysfunction. Speedy recovery with restoration of muscle balance with exercise.

David Butler Explain Pain this book is summarised in Isla s Fitness Life article which
can also be read on the website it offers Chronic pain sufferers a light & visual
experience, explaining neuro science in simple terms ( if that s possible) . It is valuable to
practitioners as a tool to educate sufferers thereby accentuating their higher cortical
centres to help switch off pain.

Jettison the past it exists only in the memory
Clear out your clutter Concentrate on silence

Be captivated by your breath Seek the best in everything
Worry when the time comes ( not on things that may never happen) Pause between changes

synchronising mind & body