October 2018

What is the Local Twitch Response and is it needed for Dry Needling?

General Health, Physical Therapy, Professional Guides /
What is the Local Twitch Response and is it needed for Dry Needling? A Local Twitch response (LTR) is a visible and often palpable muscle contraction after a mechanical stimulation, most commonly after dry needling or during massage. A LTR is an involuntary quick twitch of the muscle that is caused by a spinal reflex. [...]

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5 Best Portable Physical Therapy Technologies

General Health, Helpful Guides, Physical Therapy /
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The 5 Best Portable Physical Therapy Technologies Technology has the power to transform our most useful gadgets into compact devices without sacrificing functionality. One of the specialized environments where portability has a vast potential of improving is physical therapy. Whether it's pain relief, strength, or muscle relaxation having something to meet those needs on the

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