repetitive strain injury

[MJsLiberianGirl]

I know this is a fairly old thread, but i have checked out all previous posts and can't find quite what i am looking for...

A client is coming to me with rsi, which she has seen her doctor about and he advised her rather vaguely to go get some deep massage on the ligaments and tendons in the shoulder. He didn't give her any more information than this, or refer her to anyone in particular.

I would love to help her, as she has had to have a lot of time off from work recently, but wondered if anyone could give me more specific ideas or pass on experience of treating clients with this injury.

 

[puddinniddup]

Hi Suebee

You need to address the origins and insertions of all the muscles that go into the shoulder and break down any scar tissue or adhesions you find, stretching the ligaments and mobilising the joint should release the tension which is contribution to the rsi pain.

 

[Boopboop Banana]

Hi Suebee

For what it's worth, a male friend of mine suffered from very bad RSI in his right arm, starting at the hand and going all the way up into his shoulder. Someone suggested that he try rolfing, which he did - and he said it was absolutely great for the RSI. Might be worth mentioning to you client?

 

[haha]

Well good on her doctor for recommending massage, as most will refer for surgery!

Check the rotator cuff muscles of the shoulders, as I have found that this commonly causes RSI symptoms. There are usually some very active trigger points there, that contribute to it.

Rolfing/Myofascial Release is good if there are lots of restrictions in the shoulders. Dont forget to also work the biceps and wrist flexors and extensors, as these will probably be very tight too.

Richard

 

[mur2d2]

Hi Suebee
I agree with nthe above .. It's not usually just the hand or wrist but the whole kinetic chain.
The trigger points will be there from under and overuse and will stay active if the myofascial restrictions are not treated along with the muscle component.

Best of luck