A distal acupuncture specific for quadratus lumborum strains.

There are numerous strategies a clinician can utilize to plan out and execute a thorough physical examination. In an effort to be more efficient clinically, I have widdled down a combination of methods to formulate the "HORSE" mnemonic. The "HORSE" mnemonic is a simplified means of assessing a patient's injury from start to finish. The sequence is as follows: H - History of present illness O - Observation/Inspection R - Range of motion S - Special tests E - Explore/Palpate In

Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (NTOS), which is estimated to account for more than 90% of all TOS presentations, remains elusive in both physical examination and diagnosis. Patients often complain of symptoms that are unrecognizable on X-Ray, MRI, and nerve conduction studies. This can be perplexing for patients seeking an origin to the pain and paresthesia they are experiencing in their upper extremity. Physical exam tests, although still useful clinically, lack the sen

A thorough understanding of clinical anatomy is an essential piece of the puzzle to properly diagnose, treat, and manage neuro-musculoskeletal ailments. Acupuncturists often find themselves on the front lines battling acute and chronic pain. In an attempt to provide the quality care that patients deserve, it is necessary to not only treat but to prevent reoccurrence of pain and dysfunction. This becomes readily possible by understanding what lies beneath the skin. Diagnosis p