The facilitation of the movement of water within the joint complex (synovial fluid, water in the collagen tubes of ligaments, tendons, bursae, and lymph) is the the main goal of osteo-articular pumping. By regulating fluid flow osteo-articular/joint pumping can assist the body in being more efficient in managing the process of acute inflammation. In a chronically painful and tight joint, osteo-articular pumping moves stagnated fluid to improve mobility and functionality. Osteo-Articular/Joint Pumping is the foundation of the SomaTherapy program.

This course teaches the techniques for the Trunk and Pelvis

Pre-Course Study Questions

The following study guide questions are meant to be used along with Physiology of the Joints, Volume 3: The Trunk and the Vertebral Column by: I.A. Kapandji

  1. What is the functional link between the anterior and the posterior pillars of the vertebral column?
  2. What happens to the vertebral body and disc during flexion? Side-bending? Rotation?
  3. What factors cause the automatic rotation of the vertebrae?
  4. List all the various ligaments of the SI joints:
  5. What are the attachments of the PLL?
  6. Describe the ilio-lumbar ligaments and their mechanical functions.
  7. In the thoracic spine, what structures limit flexion, extension, and lateral flexion?
  8. What are the 3 or 4 intercostal muscles and what are their actions on the rib?
  9. What is the odontoid process and what does it articulate with?
  10. What are the alar ligaments?
  11. What mechanical factors limit lower cervical flexion and extension?
  12. Briefly describe the rectus capitis anterior and lateralis.

Use the following link to enroll in the On Demand video Theory portion of this course with Guy VOYER, DO:

 

On Demand Theory with Guy