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Myo-what? Myofascial!

8/2/2015

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PictureMagnified view of the fascia
Thermologists – doctors who interpret thermograms – often report that myofascial dysfunction is present and might be responsible for the documented pain reported in the patient’s history. But what is the myofascia, why does a disruption of it cause pain, and what can be done to "fix" it?

Have you ever seen a very thin membrane on the surface of a skinless chicken breast? Well, that is the myofascia! The fascia or myofascia is a tough tissue that covers the muscles, bones, arteries, veins, and organs throughout the body. It resembles a spider web or a fish net and links all structures of the body together. In a normal state, the fascia is very soft, flexible, stretchy, and helps maintain good posture and range of motion from head to toe.

So what causes the fascia to dysfunction and cause pain, headaches, and restricted motion? According to John F. Barnes, PT, LMT, who is an internationally recognized physical therapist, lecturer, author, and leading authority on Myofascial Release, "when one experiences physical trauma, emotional trauma, scarring, or inflammation…the fascia loses its pliability. It becomes tight, restricted, and a source of tension to the rest of the body". He explains further that "Trauma, such as a fall, car accident, whiplash, surgery, or just habitual poor posture and repetitive stress injuries, has cumulative effects on the body".

It’s kind of like a piece of torn yarn in a knitted sweater…it effects the whole sweater; just as a disruption in the fascia effects the whole body.

Is there anything that can help? Yes! MFR - Myofascial release! Julie Leigh, registered and licensed occupational therapist and expert MFR therapist (using the John F. Barnes method) in Memphis, TN explains. "Myofascial Release is a safe and gentle holistic therapy approach that is highly effective for eliminating pain and restoring lost function. This unique form of therapy addresses restrictions in the fascial system…" . According to Julie memphismfr.com/, MFR can help in the following:
  • Lessen pain and stiffness
  • Improve strength, mobility, and endurance
  • Reduce cramping and muscle spasm
  • Enhance athletic performance
  • Increase energy level
  • Eliminate mental fogginess and headaches
  • Decrease dependence on medications
  • Potentially avoid surgery
  • Restore your body’s balance and equilibrium
  • Improve your overall quality of life

Thermal imaging (thermography) can detect areas in the body where myofascial dysfunction might be causing your pain. Often referred to as being able to “visualize pain”, thermography can guide you and your therapist by pinpointing the areas involved in your discomfort. This can help lead you to a more pain free life.

Call us at (901) 249-8642 or go to memphisthermography.com to schedule your appointment today.

Mention this blog and receive $20 off of your half-body or full-body scan in the month of August.
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Do you know your heart attack/stroke risk?

2/9/2015

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Wouldn't it be nice to know, way before a heart attack or stroke happens, that there are changes taking place inside your body? This would afford you the opportunity to adjust your lifestyle and prevent further changes from causing damage. Often, people learn of their actual risk once a heart attack or stroke has already occurred. What are some of the signs of cardiovascular problems and how can digital imaging "visualize" warning signs that could potentially save your life?

By utilizing thermography as an early risk assessment tool, areas of inflammation can be identified. Inflammation in the body has been linked to the disease process. An upper body screening (that includes the head, neck, and chest) can provide this valuable information. Inflammation in the carotid artery can indicate the beginnings of plaque formation that can lead to carotid blockage and ultimately a stroke. 
Carotid Artery Occulsion
In addition, a decrease in temperature (hypothermia) in the left side of the chest and back can indicate coronary artery disease.
Hyperthermia (increase in temperature) and hypothermia can be picked up through thermal imaging that detects the heat being emitted from the body surface. The compromised area of concern can be identified by the relationship between that area of skin (dermatome) and the nerve that supplies it.

The pain and inflammation associated with phlebitis (below), another indication of cardiovascular insufficiency can be identified with thermographic imaging. Likewise, temperature changes in the extremities can indicate circulatory problems.
Phlebitis
Clearly, you can see the benefits of having an early assessment screening with Thermography to determine if you are at risk. If warning signs are found early enough, lifestyle changes can be made to prevent further damage. 
Schedule your thermogram today!
Call 901-249-8642

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This month is especially for you!

9/5/2014

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September is self-awareness and self-improvement month. Throughout many posted blogs, I have tried to offer information with the goal of educating and improving quality of life. We can spend a lifetime working on self-improvement but will fall short without self-awareness.  We take a look at what's happening on the inside that needs to be brought to the forefront and worked on. Accepting these challenges is the beginning of the healing process!

The same thing is true about our health. We all know there are times when we just don't feel up to par; something just isn't right. Sometimes it is accompanied by pain and sometimes it's a feeling like decreased energy or the inability to cope. We need to take a look into the body and figure out what changes can improve our general health and the way we feel.

I’m sure you've heard the quote "a picture is worth a thousand words." That's what Thermography can do. It's a digital infrared image that can "visualize" pain and inflammation in the body, identifying areas of concern that need further attention.

Thermography provides us with a glance into the body's physiology so that we become aware of changes within the body before they become a problem. We have the opportunity to take control of our health by making lifestyle changes, and tackle the problem before it gets out of hand. When problems are identified at an early stage, prevention becomes a possibility.

We care about your health! Come in for a full body preventative assessment this month and receive $25 off!
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Sports injuries: Is it fully healed? Can I play again?

8/13/2014

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Stress Fracture
Just about any area of the body can be affected by a sports injury. It takes a lot of patience to wait for an injury to heal enough to be able to get "back into the game." Even then, what assurance is there that the injury is totally healed? Repeated x-rays and MRIs can be detrimental, especially to young bodies that are still growing. Resuming sports without complete healing can lead to long term complications.

Radiation free thermography (digital infrared thermal imaging) has proven to be very valuable in assessing healing throughout the body. It can detect and locate thermal abnormalities by measuring the heat being emitted from the body surface. These increases and decreases in skin temperature directly correlate with the temperature in designated areas of the body.

An injury causes variations in the blood flow to the affected areas. Inflammation leads to hyperthermia (increased heat) while degeneration, which is characterized by reduced muscular activity and decreased blood flow, may cause decreased heat (hypothermia).

In addition to evaluating for inflammation and/or degeneration, thermal imaging can also monitor for changes and effectiveness of treatments, such as physical therapy and acupuncture.

Thermography is useful in the evaluation of ankle injuries, shin splints, stress fractures, myofascial pain syndromes, shoulder injuries, foot pain, vascular disorders, spinal pain syndromes, and many others.

With a thermography scan, you can be assured that you or your child/teen is ready to tackle the stress of being "back in the game."


Call Thermography Center of Memphis TODAY at 901-249-8642
to schedule your "region of interest"* or full body scan

Please visit our website at memphisthermography.com for more information.

*Regions of interest: head/neck, breast/chest, abdomen, back, arms, legs
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Unexplained muscle aches and body pain? 

3/19/2014

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Could it be Fibromyalgia?

March is National Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Awareness Month. Chronic fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of Fibromyalgia, second only to deep muscle pain and body aches. Symptoms can be described as flu-like and include pain so severe that it can lead to bouts of sleep deprivation, anxiety, and depression. This inability to sleep makes concentration difficult and is often referred to as "brain fog." 

According to WebMD.com, "Fibromyalgia is a syndrome with multiple symptoms that commonly occur together, including widespread pain, decreased pain threshold or tender points, incapacitating fatigue, and anxiety or depression."

Laboratory tests are inconclusive!

In the case of Fibromyalgia, most lab tests are inconclusive which makes a diagnosis very difficult. People are commonly misdiagnosed with arthritis, depression, lupus, or chronic fatigue. A diagnosis of Fibromyalgia usually occurs after extensive testing rules out other suspected causes.

Thermography can "visualize your pain"

Thermography is a valuable screening tool that aids in the detection of Fibromyalgia. While an x-ray of painful areas will show no abnormalities, the muscular and myofascial inflammation associated with Fibromyalgia can be accurately documented and monitored through the use of digital infrared thermal imaging. By using thermography, not only will you be able to "visualize your pain," but you will be able to save yourself the time and expense of other extensive testing.
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Unexplained pain?  There's a safe screening that can visualize it!

7/1/2013

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Many screenings today, such as MRI, PET, X-Rays, and CT, are all tests that use radiation to look at the internal anatomy of the body. Many of these tests require the use of dyes or contrast medium to be introduced into the body. Thermography, on the other hand, is a radiation-free screening that looks at the physiology of the body. Physiology, sometimes referred to as the "science of life," studies how our cells, muscles, and organs work together. Physiology looks at the function of the body and what it does.

Thermography is a non-invasive screening procedure that can detect abnormal heat patterns being emitted from the body. These abnormal heat patterns may indicate inflammation, injury, or abnormal functioning within the body.

Many times we have pain but our health care practitioners are unable to find the cause. Thermography has the unique ability of being "the only method available for visualizing pain and pathology."

Images can be taken of the whole body or individual areas of concern. It can be used as an aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of many conditions and injuries. Here are just a few:

  • Unexplained Pain
  • Nerve Damage
  • Dental & TMJ
  • Vascular Disease
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Inflammatory Pain
  • Skin Cancer
  • Stroke Screening
  • Digestive Disorders
  • Breast Disease
  • Artery Inflammation
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Headache
  • Arthritis
  • Back Injuries

Tired of unexplained pain? Call today for your appointment.
901-249-8642
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