Pelvis rotation is a frequently overlooked cause of lower back pain and sciatica. Single or double-sided pelvis rotations in an anterior direction cause the iliac crest bone(s) to dig into the lower back. The iliac crest bones compress the sciatic nerve exiting the lumbar vertebrae. Lordosis (swayback) is a visual indicator of an anterior pelvis rotation.

If one iliac crest is elevated, the lumbar vertebrae transverse processes tilt like a see-saw and may exert pressure on the sciatic nerves exiting the spinal column above or below.

Either way, the result is sciatic pain that may radiate into the left and/or right buttock and refer down the leg.

Madeline McBrideJanuary 1, 2021 Comment

The Back Pain - Musculoskeletal Alignment Connection

Because Bowen Therapy treats the body’s musculoskeletal structure as a system, rather than simply addressing the painful area, many clients experience pain relief.

Female Concussions (mTBI)

RETURN TO SPORT: Physicians, coaches, and parents need to know that the risk of further damaging a vulnerable brain after a concussion or multiple concussions is very high. A subsequent concussion could result in permanent disability and ruin a teen’s education and career prospects. The onus is on adults to make this risk clear to the teens for whom they are responsible.

Supplements for Concussion Recovery

Nutritional supplements will aid recovery. But which ones? It’s expensive and impractical to take everything that is recommended. The list needs to be short, and must include beneficial supplements that are affordable and easily available.

This Quick List of “can’t go wrong” essential supplements gets you started. It describes what to take, quantity (how much and how often) and benefits based on research studies. These four supplements have no known side effects when taken in moderation.

ConcussionMadeline McBrideJune 16, 2019concussion, mTBI, supplements Comment