Archives : 2010 : May

New Research on Fascia and its Implications for Soft Tissue Treatment

May 7th, 2010

In my work as an Active Release Techniques® Provider and Instructor I had the chance to hear Dr. Mike Leahy, the creator of Active Release Techniques (ART) speak recently at our Instructor Symposium in Las Vegas about some new exciting research on fascia. ART® Providers have been treating and releasing fascia (connective tissue) for over two decades.  So what is fascia? Fascia is a layer of fibrous tissue that permeates the human body.  It is considered an organ as it  surrounds all the muscles, bones, organs, blood vessels, nerves, and other structures in a web-like fashion.  Fascia is what gives the… Read Entire Article

New Treatments for Carpal Tunnel and Repetitive Stress Injuries

May 7th, 2010

Facing possible hand surgery for a nerve injury or carpal tunnel syndrome and perhaps you want to try Physical Therapy First? I am posting a five year old article to inform, to educate and hopefully avoid others the surgical knife. This is not to discount those that have a surgical need and I am grateful for those amazing surgeons who put people back together when they truly need it. The fact is there are alot of options for non- traumatic, repetitive type injuries with many who make a full recovery. Please pass this along if you find a need to… Read Entire Article

SOL at the Team in Training Monterey Area Kickoff

May 5th, 2010

SOL Santa Cruz will be on-hand for the big Team in Training Kickoff at the Marriott Monterey on Saturday, May 22nd from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. This will include all Team in Training athletes from triathletes, cyclists, marathon runners and hikers. Please stay tuned for further information!

Upcoming Free Workshop

May 5th, 2010

Lisa Gibson, DPT and Tammara Moore, DPT of SOL Santa Cruz will present a FREE Biomechanical Clinic this Tuesday, May 11th at 6:30 pm. Check out the Flyer located here!