Calm Waters Massage Therapy

07/20/2024

07/20/2024

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12/07/2023

The ultimate relaxation gift! Give the gift of massage!
-Free hand and foot paraffin treatment with a purchase of an individual massage.
-Offering a buy 3 get 1 at 50% off. (60 min sessions) Savings of $40.
Sale ends December 31, 2023.

12/30/2021

You can boost your vitamin D status without taking higher doses of oral vitamin D by taking it with magnesium and vitamin K2.

12/04/2020

That time of year to stock up on savings!!! Gift certificates available now for 60 min therapeutic massage. Buy 2 get 1 at 50% off. Now till end of the year. $35 savings.

10/06/2020

Moving :
Excited to announce a new location! 2649 James Street, Suite 106, Syracuse, NY 13206.
Call or text today to schedule your next appointment!!
315-412-6630

05/05/2020

02/10/2020

🔈 INJURIES OF THE ACROMIOCLAVICULAR JOINT + SHEAR TEST

A fall onto the shoulder or outstretched arm frequently causes dislocation of the acromioclavicular joint and damage to the acromioclavicular ligaments. Ligament injury allows the lateral end of the clavicle to move independently of the scapula, causing it to appear upwardly displaced.

The clavicle can be pushed down (with significant pain), but will spring back up when pressure is released (piano-key sign). Three grades of acromioclavicular separation can be distinguished clinically based on the degree of ligament damage (Toss classification).

🔑 TOSSY I

The acromioclavicular and coracoclavicular ligaments are stretched but still intact.

🔑 TOSSY II

The acromioclavicular ligament is ruptured, with subluxation of the joint.

🔑 TOSSY III

Ligaments are all disrupted, with complete dislocation of the acromioclavicular joint.

Radiographs in different planes will show widening of the space in the acromioclavicular joint. Comparative-stress radiographs with the patient holding approximately 10kg weights in each hand will reveal the extent of upward displacement of the lateral end of the clavicle on the affected side.

🚑 SHEAR TEST

✅ Purpose

To test for acromioclavicular joint pathology or injury

✅ Technique

Patient: sitting or standing with the arm dependent or in a neutral position on the lap.
Clinician: standing adjacent to the patient. The heel of one hand is placed posteriorly over the spine of the scapula with the fingers pointing upwards; the other hand is positioned in a similar fashion anteriorly over the mid section of the clavicle. The fingers of both hands are then interlocked over the upper trapezius area of the shoulder.

✅ Action

The hands are gradually squeezed together, imparting a shear stress through the ACJ created by the approximation of the clavicle and scapula.

✅ Positive test

Localized pain over the ACJ or increased joint excursion are considered to be positive findings and are indicative of ACJ pathology or injury.

02/08/2020

A great picture that may help you remember forearm anatomy.

01/04/2020

🔈 THE BRACHIAL PLEXUS - INNERVATION OF THE UPPER LIMB

The brachial plexus (plexus brachialis) is a somatic nerve plexus formed by intercommunications among the ventral rami (roots) of the lower 4 cervical nerves (C5-C8) and the first thoracic nerve (T1). The plexus, depicted in the images below, is responsible for the motor innervation of all of the muscles of the upper extremity, with the exception of the trapezius and levator scapula.

09/25/2019

UPPER BACK PAIN CAN BE A RESULT OF PEC PROBLEMS

💡ANATOMY FACTS💡

The pectoralis minor muscle is located toward the outside of the chest. It attaches the 3rd, 4th and 5th ribs to the front of the shoulder blade (coracoid process of the scapula). It pulls the shoulder and shoulder blade down and aids with inspiration by lifting the upper ribs so you can breathe in.

💡PAIN PATTERN💡

Pain in the front of the shoulder and upper chest is the most common symptom of pectoralis minor dysfunction. Pain can be due to a muscle tear/strain, repetitive stress injury, and trigger points.

Rounded shoulder posture is a common sign of a shortened pectoralis minor muscle too. The muscle tightens and becomes short pulling the shoulders forward.

Also pain in the upper back between the shoulder blades is often experienced due to the pec minor pulling the shoulders forward causing the upper back muscles to remain in an extended stretch. A band of pain just under the shoulder blades is also common.

The pectoralis minor along with the scalenes, are known as neurovascular entrappers. Tight shortened pec minor and scalene muscles can put pressure on the axillary artery as well as nerves in the neck / shoulder area restricting circulation to the arm and causing symptoms such as numbness and tingling.

So, the pectoralis minor muscle is a small muscle that can cause big problems.

➡️ WHO IS AT RISK?

▪️People working with their arms out in front of the body. Using computers/laptops can put enormous strain on the pec minor if the arms are not properly supported. Sitting in a chair and reaching to use the keyboard rolls the shoulders forward and shortens the pec minor putting pressure on blood vessels and nerves that run under the muscle.

▪️People who have jobs or hobbies that require holding the arms up and overhead for extended periods of time can develop problems in the pec minor.

▪️Women with large breasts often experience shortened pectoralis minor muscles as well as the upper back pain caused by the shortened muscle and trigger points in the muscle.

▪️Carrying a heavy purse, or backpack can put pressure on the muscle cutting off circulation causing thoracic outlet syndrome symptoms of aching, numbness, and tingling.

➡️ HOW TO STRETCH PEC MINOR?

💁‍♀️Try Towel Chest Stretch

For this stretch, you will need a towel that is at least 3 feet long. Start with your arms hanging down at your sides and grasp the ends of the towel with your hands. Raise your arms over your head while keeping the towel taut. Stretch your arms behind your head as far as you can reach and pull the ends of the towel away from one another. At this point, the towel should be directly behind your head and your arms should be stretched out at in a “v” position. Hold this position for 10 to 30 seconds and repeat three times. This stretch also targets the pectoralis major and subscapularis muscles.