Brandy L. Massage Therapist

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11/03/2024

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10/29/2024

Understanding Interstate Compacts...
Interstate compacts are legally binding agreements between two or more states that allow them to collaborate on shared concerns or regulatory issues. These compacts serve as a way for states to solve cross-border problems, streamline regulations, and reduce federal intervention.
The value of interstate compacts lies in their ability to:
1. Promote Uniformity: They create consistent laws or regulations across states, making it easier for industries, professionals, or agencies to operate without needing to navigate conflicting rules or requirements.
2. Enhance State Cooperation: Compacts provide a framework for states to work together on common issues, such as transportation, environmental protection, healthcare, and professional licensure, without federal oversight.
3. Resolve Cross-State Issues: They allow for efficient management of shared resources (e.g., rivers) and for resolving disputes that span state borders.
4. Strengthen State Autonomy: By working together through compacts, states can address problems without relying on the federal government, preserving their sovereignty.

Interstate compacts are commonly used in areas like transportation, environmental management, professional licensure (e.g., Interstate Massage Compact), and criminal justice.

For more information on interstate compacts, CSG's National Center for Interstate Compacts is a key resource @ compacts.csg.org

09/30/2024

09/22/2024

What research is saying about the benefits massage therapy can offer your pediatric and infant clients.

09/15/2024

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is requesting information to assist in developing a national standard of practice for VA Massage Therapists. VA seeks comments on various topics to help inform VA's development of this national standard of practice.

08/02/2024

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07/20/2024

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07/04/2024

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07/03/2024

Trigger Points - Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) Muscle 🚶‍♂️

The Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) muscle, crucial for knee and pelvic stability, often harbors trigger points leading to hip and knee dysfunction. Pain is typically felt at the greater trochanter of the hip and can worsen with activities such as walking or running. It's also common for pain to radiate down the lateral thigh to the knee, sometimes solely affecting the knee area.

Characteristics of TFL Trigger Point Pain:

- Triggers pain at the hip's greater trochanter, intensifies with activity.
- Can cause referred pain down the lateral thigh to the knee.

Anatomy of the TFL:

- Lies anterior to the gluteus maximus on the hip's lateral side.
- Originates from the iliac crest and ASIS; inserts into the IT tract.
- Flexes, abducts, medially rotates the hip; stabilizes the knee.

Functionality:

- Key in walking by stabilizing the hip and knee.
- Redirects forces, aiding lower limb alignment.

Common Indications:

- Hip pain and stiffness.
- Lateral thigh and knee discomfort.
- Reduced hip mobility affecting gait.

Causes:

- Prolonged sitting leading to imbalances.
- Repetitive motion causing overuse.
- Physical activity strain or trauma.

Advice for Patients:

- Regular stretching and mobility for the hip.
- Ergonomic adjustments for prolonged sitting.
- Heat therapy to relieve muscle tightness.

Soft Tissue Therapy Techniques:

- Myofascial Release
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Manual Stretching
- Ischemic Compression
- Deep Tissue Massage

Explore our comprehensive guide on TFL trigger points and improving hip mobility on our blog. 👇

https://nielasher.com/blogs/video-blog/trigger-point-therapy-treating-the-tfl



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06/20/2024

05/03/2024

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