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Erik Dalton Blog

Bicycle Seat Neuropathy

Mark crashed during training and thought he had a hip injury. After months of failed treatment, his therapist discovered the real culprit…

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The Eyes Have It

Eye gazing is more than polite eye contact — it creates trust, lowers stress hormones, and deepens the client–therapist bond. This article explores the neuroscience of eye contact and offers practical tips to integrate eye gazing into massage sessions for better communication and healing.

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Gut Gasses and Stomach Pain

Gut Gases, Bloating, and Stomach Pain: A Massage Therapist’s Guide Gas production is a normal part of digestion. As food is broken down, naturally occurring

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Joint Play the Mennell Way

Everything designed to move has a built-in factor of “play” to promote efficient functional movement. For example, an automobile pis­ton and cylinder, a wheel on an axle, and even a simple hinge all have calculated play between their moving parts to allow efficiency of movement. Why not in a human joint?…

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A Surge in Overuse Injuries

Year-round sports are a way of life for many and involve people across all age groups. From elite professionals and athletes with an avid interest to casual participants and folks who simply want to stay fit, all are at risk for…

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