First, I have a quick housekeeping notification. I will be switching to a new scheduling app in October. You will still click the link from my website to schedule online, but it will take you to a new site that will look a little different but should still be user friendly. This new software will allow me to have more customization and organize my practice in a more efficient way. You’ll even have the option of downloading the Dynamic Approach Bodywork app if you’d prefer! If you have any issues, please reach out!
This quarter, I wanted to share this self care practice for shoulders. Many people, myself included, have shoulders that could use a little TLC. I came across this technique in the most recent edition of the ABMP magazine and thought it would be helpful to pass along.
The article (by Heath and Nicole Reed) explains the therapeutic benefits of the shoulder hang or “dead hang”. Our shoulder is the most dynamic joint in our body with the greatest range of motion, but can become restricted because of pain, injury or overuse. According to the article, not only can the shoulder hang create space in the joint, it can actually remodel the structure of the acromion bone! It also positively contributes to the health of the subacromial bursa and ligaments. Looking to improve range of motion, shoulder and grip strength, improve posture, and decompress your spine? You may benefit from a regular dangle. Rather than reps, they recommend focusing on duration, starting with 5 to 20 seconds to establish a baseline, and then adding 5 seconds to your baseline over time.
If you’re interested in the research behind this, check out the book Shoulder Pain? The Solution & Prevention, by shoulder surgeon John Kirsch, MD.
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