In celebration of Til Luchau's upcoming "Ankle Issues" livestreamed course, Til and Whitney pulled one of their favorite ankle-related episodes (#43) out of the archives. Listen in as they geek out on ankle- and foot-related conditions, anatomy, function, biomechanics and more.

Topics include:

• How the structure of the foot/ankle complex determines function
• Are we over over-pronation yet?
• Plantar fasciitis/fasciosis, bunions, hammertoes, and other things you wouldn’t have thought of as ankle issues.

Episode Outline:

• Structure of the foot/ankle complex
  • Medial side deltoid ligament complex
  • Lateral side ATF, CF, PTF
  • How does structure govern function
  • Distal tibiofibular joint & talocrural joint form mortise & tenon
  • Primary supporting ligaments

• Mechanics of the region:
  • Talocrural motions: dorsiflexion & plantarflexion
  • Type I and type II limitations
  • Subtalar motions: inversion & eversion
  • Pronation and supination (definitions and confusion)
  • Phases of gait

• Some common issues/problems
  • Valgus and varus angulations (toes and calcaneal region)
  • “Overpronation”
  • Bunions & hammertoes
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Tendon overuse (Achilles tendon etc.)
  • Trauma: sprains breaks
  • Nerve entrapments mimicking soft-tissue pathology (i.e. tarsal tunnel syndrome, Baxter’s neuropathy, etc.)

Resources and references discussed in this episode:

• Til Luchau’s “ANKLE Issues” livestream course (live Aug 24-25 '24, or later by recording): advanced-trainings.com/workshop/onl2408m/
• Trail Guide to Movement: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout on booksofdiscovery.com
• Whitney Lowe’s site: AcademyOfClinicalMassage.com
• Til Luchau’s site: Advanced-Trainings.com

Podcast anatomy image from Advanced Myofascial Techniques, Volume 1. Used under license from Primal Pictures.

• Whitney Lowe’s site: AcademyOfClinicalMassage.com
• Til Luchau’s site: Advanced-Trainings.com

Sponsor Offers:

• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout on booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking.

About Whitney Lowe | About Til Luchau | Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com

(The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

🎙️ In this episode Whitney discusses a 2024 paper on modern manual therapy teaching and practice. The paper describes traditional manual therapy principles, including clinician-centered assessment, pathoanatomical reasoning, and technique specificity, and their criticisms based on recent research. He then outlines a proposed new framework for manual therapy practice and education. Lowe encourages listeners to read the paper and reflect on how these concepts align with or differ from their current practices, aiming to stimulate critical thinking about the evolution of manual therapy approaches in light of current research and understanding.

Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites:

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Key Points in the Podcast

1. Introduction to the podcast (0:00-0:30)
2. Discussion of a paper titled "A Modern Way to Teach and Practice Manual Therapy" (0:30-3:50)
3. Overview of traditional manual therapy principles (3:50-9:30)

• Clinician-centered assessment (4:10-6:50)
• Pathoanatomical reasoning (6:50-11:00)
• Technique specificity (11:00-16:00)

Proposed new framework for manual therapy (16:00-23:00)

• Safety in the therapeutic alliance (16:30-18:00)
• Creating a comfortable environment (18:00-19:30)
• Efficiency in therapy delivery (19:30-21:00)
• Communication and context (21:00-22:00)
• Person-centered care (22:00-23:00

Implications for teaching and practice (23:00-29:00)

• Challenges in reframing teaching methods (23:30-25:30)
• Importance of safety, comfort, and person-centered care (25:30-27:30)
• Questions for practitioners to consider (27:30-29:00)

Resources:

A Modern Way to Teach and Practice Manual Therapy: https://bit.ly/45tGfHj

Sponsor Offers:

• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout at booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking.
• Advanced-Trainings: try a month of the amazing A-T Subscription free by entering “thinking” at checkout at a-t.tv/subscriptions/,.
• Academy of Clinical Massage: Grab Whitney's valuable Assessment Cheat Sheet for free at: academyofclinicalmassage.com/cheatsheet

About Whitney Lowe | About Til Luchau | Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com (The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

🎙️In this episode Whitney and Justin discuss the benefits of a diverse educational background and the value of pursuing additional higher education for clinical massage practitioners. They also delve into some of the key facets of how massage and corrective movement can be used most effectively for pain management. 🔍🗣️👥🔊

Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites:

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Key Points in the Podcast

• Introduction to the podcast (0:00)
• Background of Justin Solace (2:00)
• Pursuing a master's degree in kinesiology (6:00)
• Integrating exercise into massage therapy (10:00)
• The influence of psychology and motor learning on massage therapy (14:00)
• The boundaries of massage therapy and exercise recommendations (18:00)
• The role of massage therapy in pain management (22:00)
• The importance of validation in pain management (26:00)
• Balancing work and self-care as a massage therapist (30:00)
• Creating a supportive work environment for massage therapists (34:00)
• The future of the massage therapy field (38:00)
• How to connect with Justin Solace (42:00)

Resources:

• Hybrid Health: https://hybridpainrelief.com/
• Hybrid Health Continuing Education: https://www.facebook.com/Hybridhealtheducation
• Justin's email: info@hybridpainrelief.com

Sponsor Offers:

• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout at booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking.
• Advanced-Trainings: try a month of the amazing A-T Subscription free by entering “thinking” at checkout at a-t.tv/subscriptions/,.
• Academy of Clinical Massage: Grab Whitney's valuable Assessment Cheat Sheet for free at: academyofclinicalmassage.com/cheatsheet

About Whitney Lowe | About Til Luchau | Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com (The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

🎙️In this episode, educators, authors, and massage therapists Rachelle Clauson and Nicole Trombley discuss the surprising sensitivity and functional significance of the ankle’s fascial retinaculum. Their conversation with Whitney and Til also ventures into Rachelle’s work on the Fascial Plastination Project, and their hands-on anatomy educational offerings via AnatomySCAPES. 🔍🗣️👥🔊 Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites:

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

👉Check out Til Luchau's new Ankle Issues livestreamed and recorded course (first time online!) at a-t.tv/workshop/onl2408m/ Key Points in the Podcast

- Introduction to The Thinking Practitioner Podcast - 0:00 - Introduction to guests and their work - 0:50 - Overview of the Fascial Plastination project - 3:50 - Discussion on the retinaculum and its significance for hands-on therapists - 9:58 - The role of the retinacula in proprioception - 13:44 - The connection between structure and neurology in hands-on therapy - 19:58 - Overview of the AnatomySCAPES project - 29:50 - The challenges of teaching anatomy to massage therapists - 34:50 - The importance of revisiting and relearning anatomy - 38:22 - The value of in-person workshops and the accessibility of online resources - 45:01 - How to learn more and connect with the guests - 57:22

Contact and Resources:

• Website | FB | IG | YouTube | email: info@anatomyscapes.com
• “Retinacula: Finding our Footing” in Massage & Bodywork magazine, March/April 2024, p66
• Fascial Net Plastination Project
• BODY WORLDS FR:EIA Exhibit:
• YouTube lecture from Carla Stecco “Fascia Research and Proprioception: Implication in Sports”
• Retinacula Research: Stecco C, Macchi V, Porzionato A, Morra A, Parenti A, Stecco A, Delmas V, De Caro R. The ankle retinacula: morphological evidence of the proprioceptive role of the fascial system. Cells Tissues Organs. 2010;192(3):200-10. doi: 10.1159/000290225. Epub 2010 Feb 27. PMID: 20197652. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20197652

Sponsor Offers:

• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout at booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking.
• Advanced-Trainings: try a month of the amazing A-T Subscription free by entering “thinking” at checkout at a-t.tv/subscriptions/,.
• Academy of Clinical Massage: Grab Whitney's valuable Assessment Cheat Sheet for free at: academyofclinicalmassage.com/cheatsheet

About Whitney Lowe | About Til Luchau | Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com (The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

🎙️In this episode Whitney engages in a wide-ranging discussion with Paula Nutting about the world of massage therapy in Australia and beyond. They compare notes about the professional landscape, education and numerous other topics. We all learn and grow so much when we look at things through the lens of others, so this is a great opportunity to reflect on how we see things and how they may be viewed from other perspectives. Paula also shares extensively about her experience with teaching and learning about Chapman's neurolymphatic reflex points. 🔍🗣️👥🔊

Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites:

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Key Points in the Podcast

- Introduction to Paula Nutting (2:00) - Paula's background and transition into massage therapy (3:30) - Changes in massage therapy training requirements (7:00) - Integration with other healthcare professions (11:00) - Overview of Chapman's reflexes (14:00) - Pressure and technique used in Chapman's reflexes (16:30) - Application of Chapman's reflexes in different conditions (19:30) - Challenges in understanding the efficacy of different techniques (23:00) - Teaching massage therapy in different environments (27:00) - Unique experiences teaching and learning massage in different countries (32:00) - Outlook for massage therapy in Australia (39:00) - Advice for new practitioners entering the field (42:00) - Where to find more information about Paula Nutting (45:00)

Resources:

• Paula's site

Sponsor Offers:

• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout at booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking.
• Advanced-Trainings: try a month of the amazing A-T Subscription free by entering “thinking” at checkout at a-t.tv/subscriptions/,.
• Academy of Clinical Massage: Grab Whitney's valuable Assessment Cheat Sheet for free at: academyofclinicalmassage.com/cheatsheet

About Whitney Lowe | About Til Luchau | Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com (The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

🎙️Whitney Lowe and Til Luchau explore the complexities of ankle anatomy and stability, discussing everything from the mortise and tenon structure to valgus and varus alignments. Join them as they debate ligament injuries, nerve compression, and practical strategies for addressing ankle issues. Tune in for valuable insights into the importance of client education and the role of massage in enhancing ankle function. 🔍🗣️👥🔊

👉Check out Til Luchau's new Ankle Issues livestreamed and recorded course (first time online!) at a-t.tv/workshop/onl2408m/

Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites:

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Key Points in the Podcast

- Introduction and podcast overview (0:00) - Til Luchau's Ankle Issues live-streamed course announcement (1:00) - Sponsorship message from Books of Discovery (3:00) - Discussion about ankle anatomy and stability (4:00) - Importance of ankle work in manual therapy (10:00) - Discussion about the mortise and tenon structure of the ankle (12:00) - Overview of ankle movements and joints (15:00) - Discussion about valgus and varus alignments (19:00) - Debate about the role of ligament injuries in ankle sprains (23:00) - Discussion about nerve compression and tenosynovitis in the ankle (28:00) - Practical strategies for addressing ankle injuries (34:00) - Importance of educating clients about foot and ankle mobility (38:00) - Discussion about the role of massage and manual therapy in addressing ankle issues (41:00) - Conclusion, closing sponsor message, and closing remarks (45:00)

Resources:

• Thinking Practitioner 47: Getting Over Over-Pronation

Sponsor Offers:

• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout at booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking.
• Advanced-Trainings: try a month of the amazing A-T Subscription free by entering “thinking” at checkout at a-t.tv/subscriptions/, and check out Til Luchau's new Ankle Issues livestreamed and recorded course (first time online!) at a-t.tv/workshop/onl2408m/
• Academy of Clinical Massage: Grab Whitney's valuable Assessment Cheat Sheet for free at: academyofclinicalmassage.comcheatsheet

About Whitney Lowe | About Til Luchau | Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com (The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

🎙️This episode of the Thinking Practitioner podcast features an in-depth interview with Tom Myers, author of the influential book Anatomy Trains. Host Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe discuss Tom's bodywork background, and how his goal of providing a holistic framework for understanding the body's fascial connections lead to the development of his "Anatomy Trains" concept. They explore Ida Rolf's legacy and influence on developing a model of structural integration, and Tom shares his evolving views on topics like exercise, fascia, and the potential for sustainable posture changes. The interview provides fascinating perspectives on the history and future of bodywork models, and listeners will enjoy learning about Tom's current projects (as well as Til Luchau's contributions to his upcoming Anatomy Trains summer program). 🔍🗣️👥🔊

Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites:

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Key Points in the Podcast

• [0:00-10:00] - Til Luchau interviews Tom Myers about his background and experience in bodywork. They discuss Tom's origins in the field and how he was influenced by teachers like Ida Rolf.

• [10:00-20:00] - Tom explains the development of the "Anatomy Trains" concept and how it provided a holistic framework for understanding fascial connections. He shares Ida Rolf's impact on developing structural integration models.

• [20:00-30:00] - The conversation explores evolving views on exercise, fascia, and the potential for sustainable posture changes. Tom discusses insights from his long career in hands-on practice.
• [30:00-40:00] - Whitney Lowe asks questions about fascial contractility and the role of myofibroblasts. Tom provides perspectives on fascia and potential causes of shortening.
• [40:00-50:00] - Tom's views on exercise evolution are discussed, along with the importance of movement education. He emphasizes different types of fascial elasticity.
• [50:00-1:00:00] - The importance of the fascial system, current projects, and upcoming teaching opportunities are covered. The podcast concludes with thanks to sponsor Books of Discovery.

Resources:

• • Tom Myers' Anatomy Trains site
  • Til Luchau at Anatomy Trains Summer Program

Sponsor Offers:

• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout at booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking.
• Advanced-Trainings: try a month of the amazing A-T Subscription free by entering “thinking” at checkout at a-t.tv/subscriptions/.
• Academy of Clinical Massage: Grab Whitney's valuable Assessment Cheat Sheet for free at: academyofclinicalmassage.comcheatsheet

About Whitney Lowe | About Til Luchau | Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com (The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)