Myofascial Release Therapy – Breakthrough in Pain Relief
Myofascial release can greatly help reduce headaches, neck and back pain, shoulder pain, pelvic and hip pain.
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An Amazing Breakthrough in Pain Relief Myofascial Release is a relatively new addition to the techniques of the physical therapist. Because it is somewhat different from traditional physical therapy, many people are unaware of what it is and how it works. Myofascial Release (MFR)...
More than just Physical Therapy At North Tahoe Physical Therapy, we offer a unique combination of Myofascial Release, Hands-on soft tissue mobilization, skeletal mobilizations, Pilates- based exercises, Education and Self Management. Our therapists are highly trained, experienced...
Our Women’s Health Program offers assistance to clients within a caring and private setting. Jane K. O’Brien, MSPT, member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Section on Women’s Health, will create a treatment program tailored specifically for the individual needs...
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July 20, 2011
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April 2, 2010
INCLINE VILLAGE — New research is demonstrating that chronic pain causes changes in the brain. “The longer pain persists, the more your brain becomes sensitive to it,” says Jane O’Brien, MSPT, founder of North Tahoe Physical Therapy. According to O’Brien, the brain responds more rapidly and effectively when experiencing the same pain stimulation over time. “Your best defense against chronic pain is to deal with acute pain now.” Studies show that the amount of pain...
March 6, 2010
Jane O’Brien, PT, MSPT PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE ( POP) This is due to faulty connective and muscle tissue support allowing the vagina, uterus, bladder, urethra, rectum, and small intestines to fall below their normal positions. It could be caused in childbirth, or due to persistent coughing, repetitive lifting, congenitally weak, weakened, elongated or atrophied tissue. Complaints are of symptoms of heaviness, the feeling of falling out, pressure in the pelvis, and back pain. There...

