Don't Be So Hard On Yourself: The Power Of Soft Tools

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07/31/24 • 17 min

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers

In this week’s episode of the Unreal Results podcast, you’re going to find out that I feel some type of way about “releasing” the psoas with hard tools. This is a clip taken from episode 15, Hard No To Hard Tools In The Gut, and just by that title I’m sure you can tell how I feel. This episode highlights the potential risks associated with using hard tools in the gut as well as the safer alternatives that I love to use instead.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Episode 15: Hard No To Hard Tools In The Gut
Coregeous Ball by TuneUp Fitness
Franklin Ball by The Franklin Method
4" Soft Ball by Balanced Body
Instagram Reel: Why Hard Tools Are No Good
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Upcoming In-Person LTAPTM Courses
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Considering the viscera as a source of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction is a great way to ensure a more true whole body approach to care, however it can be a bit overwhelming on where to start, which is exactly why I created the Visceral Referral Cheat Sheet. This FREE download will help you to learn the most common visceral referral patterns affecting the musculoskeletal system. Download it at www.unrealresultspod.com

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Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Episode 33: Assessment Is Sexy (w/ guest Lex Lancaster)
Episode 60: LTAPTM Core Beliefs
Episode 55: A Different Way To Treat Achilles Pain - Track Athlete Case Study
Episode 46: Using The LTAPTM With Post Surgical Rehab
Episode 30: Using The LTAPTM To Guide Treatment Of Costovertebral Joint Dysfunction
Episode 16: Why The Shoulder Comes Last
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LTAP Level 1 in Boston, October 2024

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Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Episode 26: Sartorius B.I.G.
Anatomy Trains by Thomas Myers*
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Instagram Reel: Dynamic Cupping
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Upcoming In-Person LTAPTM Courses
LTAP Level 1 in Boston, October 2024

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers - Don't Be So Hard On Yourself: The Power Of Soft Tools

Transcript

Anna Hartman: Hey there, and welcome. I'm Anna Hartman, and this is Unreal Results, a podcast where I help you get better outcomes and gain the confidence that you can help anyone, even the most complex cases. Join me as I teach about the influence of the visceral organs and the nervous system on movement, pain, and injuries, all while shifting the paradigm of what whole body assessment and treatment really looks like.

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