Look to the organs when there is musculoskeletal pain Up to 90% of musculoskeletal problems are in some way related to internal organ motility and function, according to the founder of visceral manipulation, Jean-Pierre Barral, DO. Our internal organs and musculoskeletal system, as well as other structures of the body, including our blood vessels, lymphatic…
What is visceral manipulation? Visceral manipulation addresses the movement of our internal organs and the fascia that surrounds them. Each organ in our body has a specific motion. Healthy organs have smooth movement patterns, and unhealthy organs are stuck in abnormal movement patterns. This “stuckness” comes from restrictions that decrease normal motion. Restrictions occur for…
I’d like to preface this article by mentioning that shoulder pain is certainly not exclusive to climbers or athletes. Don’t hesitate to book an appointment with me if you’ve been dealing with nagging shoulder pain and would like to find resolution. Shoulder injuries are a prevalent concern among climbers due to how much our sport…
Portland climbers, are you tired of dealing with stiff, sore, achy, and swollen fingers? If so, then this article is for you. Most climbers can attest to having dealt with sore finger joints at some point in their careers. Others have had the misfortune of dealing with a significant degree of persistent soreness over weeks,…
I’d like to preface this article by mentioning that wrist pain is certainly not exclusive to climbers or athletes. Please book an appointment with me if you’ve been dealing with nagging wrist pain and would like to find resolution. Wrist pain is a common issue among climbers, often resulting from the unique stress placed on…