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Serious IT Band issues

I have a new client with the "worst" IT band tension I've ever experienced in a client. He has fallen on his knee several times. At times his knee/leg is so painful he needs help to walk. He is 20 years old and I am encouraging him to take care of this now! I had him get one of The Sticks (aka "Klingon Pain Stick" - anyone who has used one will probably know what I mean!) which he is using lightly twice a week. His quads are also extremely tight. Has anyone dealt with something like this before, and do you have any suggestions for what I can do? Thanks!

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Permalink Reply by Boris Prilutsky on April 11, 2011 at 5:22pm

can somebody please explain to me about "stick".I mean what is it?and little bit on applications. Thanks.

Best wishes.

Boris

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Permalink Reply by Jeff Shearer on April 11, 2011 at 5:27pm

It's all about sharing then we all benefit. Especially our clients :)

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Permalink Reply by Gary W Addis, LMT on April 11, 2011 at 6:04pm

Boris, here's one version:
http://www.thestick.co.nz/

But I think the one everyone is talking about is this one:
http://www.massagewarehouse.com/products/thera-cane/

As to how they're used in self massage....

= Gary

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Permalink Reply by Boris Prilutsky on April 11, 2011 at 7:59pm

thank you Gary.

Best wishes.

Boris
Gary W Addis said:

Boris, here's one version:
http://www.thestick.co.nz/

But I think the one everyone is talking about is this one:
http://www.massagewarehouse.com/products/thera-cane/

As to how they're used in self massage....

= Gary

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Permalink Reply by Boris Prilutsky on April 11, 2011 at 8:15pm

Hi Therese.

almost in 100% cases of myofascial dysfunctions, trigger points will be developed,and must be addressed. I mean only release of tension within fascia,as well normalization of muscular tone will be not adequate treatment, but the inhibition of pain only,which will create conditions for further muscular pathology.following link is to the link where I am explaining morphology of trigger points as well proposing techniques.I hope it will be helpful.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgisAtZJ7k4

Best wishes.

Boris

Therese Schwartz said:

Good ending to the story! :) I need to learn more about trigger points (I've been focusing on CranioSacral Therapy and Myofascial Release, both of which are awesome but trigger points keep showing up as something really good to know how to deal with).

I'll pass on the snake massage, but sign me up for the chocolate!

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Permalink Reply by Therese Schwartz on April 11, 2011 at 8:52pm

Boris, I'm talking about "The Stick" - it's the first link Gary posted. Thanks Gary! It hurts a LOT but makes a big difference, breaking up fascial adhesions and they say it works on trigger points too. All I know is it makes a big difference to me when I use it. I got it to work on my calf muscles to help with plantar fasciitis and it works very well.

Thanks for the link - I will have time to watch it in a couple of days. I'm up to my ears in stuff to do right now!

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Permalink Reply by Boris Prilutsky on April 11, 2011 at 10:06pm

Dear Therese.wouldn't bother you but in your post you mentioned"I need to learn more about trigger points" just tried to share what I know.

absolutely. whatever works.it is probably just me. but it is difficult to understand how these stick can provide local pinpoint ischemic compression.I mean at least it have to have soft surfaces. But trusting, you providing good and adequate treatment.any video available to see how it works?

Best wishes.

Boris

Therese Schwartz said:

Boris, I'm talking about "The Stick" - it's the first link Gary posted. Thanks Gary! It hurts a LOT but makes a big difference, breaking up fascial adhesions and they say it works on trigger points too. All I know is it makes a big difference to me when I use it. I got it to work on my calf muscles to help with plantar fasciitis and it works very well.

Thanks for the link - I will have time to watch it in a couple of days. I'm up to my ears in stuff to do right now!

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Permalink Reply by Therese Schwartz on April 12, 2011 at 8:54pm

Hi Boris, here's a link to the manufacturer's website: http://www.thestick.com/ I don't use it on clients, only on myself. I have the clients use them at home if they are interested in self-care.

I appreciate you sharing what you know! It makes me want to learn more. I haven't studied trigger points and everyone seems to have them so it would be good to know more.

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Permalink Reply by Boris Prilutsky on April 13, 2011 at 11:38am

Hi Therese.thanks for link. Looks like this stick utilization can do some soft tissue mobilization,however presenter shouldn't claim that this stick performing/addressing trigger points,as well releasing tension within fascia,as well really addressing plantar fasciitis.since recently I start participating in social media discussions I did figure out that many times we using terms that having nothing to do with actual physical hands-on or stick performances.looks to me that this stick can contribute some for home program but after we by using our hands will release tension within fascia ,will compress adequately each of trigger points, and then as maintenance will offer this stick. Otherwise it can inhibit clinical picture, and then people with developed pathology will get surgeries. Better to have no treatment than to have not adequate treatment.

Best wishes

Boris

Therese Schwartz said:

Hi Boris, here's a link to the manufacturer's website: http://www.thestick.com/ I don't use it on clients, only on myself. I have the clients use them at home if they are interested in self-care.

I appreciate you sharing what you know! It makes me want to learn more. I haven't studied trigger points and everyone seems to have them so it would be good to know more.