IASTM otherwise known as’ Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization’ is often referred to by clinicians as “Graston” and clients as “scraping”. What is it? And more importantly why are we doing it? IASTM is a skilled myofascial intervention used...read more
A labrum repair is a surgical procedure commonly performed to address injuries or damage to the labrum, a crucial structure in the shoulder or hip joint. The labrum is a cartilage ring that lines and reinforces the socket of...read more
When we hear the word posture, we typically throw our shoulders back and sit a bit taller. But the word posture means more than not slouching our shoulders. Our postural position refers to our body’s alignment; while in a...read more
The meniscus, a vital structure in the knee joint, serves as a cushion and stabilizer during movement. However, injuries to the meniscus are common, often resulting from sports activities, accidents, or degenerative changes. When faced with a meniscus injury,...read more
Recovering from surgery can be a long journey, often involving periods of reduced physical activity and muscle atrophy. However, advancements in rehabilitation techniques offer new avenues for enhancing recovery outcomes. Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is utilized at CAO...read more
Frozen shoulder, otherwise known as adhesive capsulitis, is a common shoulder condition characterized by painful and restricted active and passive mobility. The shoulder capsule – which is like shrink wrap that secures the joint – undergoes an inflammatory and...read more