Neurodynamic solutions for the upper quadrant

I recently attended a course run by Michael Shacklock called "Neurodynamic Solutions for the upper quadrant". "Clinical neurodynamics is for clinicians dealing with musculoskeletal disorders with peripheral neurogenic pain mechanisms, including those of the nerve root and peripheral nerve" (Shacklock, 2005, p. xii). The purpose of this blog is to share two key messages on pathoneurodynamics and levels of assessment and treatment.

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Entrapment Neuropathies of Upper Limb

Sian and I both attended Michael Shacklock’s Neurodynamics Upper Limb Course in Melbourne in June. This was easily the most enlightening course I have attended, it introduced much more sensitive treatment techniques, especially for acute and severe neural conditions. Shacklock’s neurodynamics is too large a topic for just one blog, so I will expand on entrapment neuropathies of the radial and ulnar nerves.

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Visceral Pain

Recently I attended a PD lecture presented by my colleague Daniel Zwolak, who is a APA titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist. His lecture was on the clinical signs of visceral pain. It was a great opportunity to reflect on my clinical reasoning process and understanding of specific non-musculoskeletal pain conditions. Inspired by his lecture, I have chosen to write this blog on some of the more common conditions which may present to a physiotherapy private practice clinic.

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Muscle Synergies of the Hip and Pelvis

Grimaldi and colleagues have published several articles which outline the muscle synergies around the hip and the changes in muscle function associated with hip joint pathology. A previous blog has outlined the changes associated with osteoarthritis. This blog goes into further detail about these muscle synergies. 

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