Strain counterstrain: current concepts and clinical evidence
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- DOI: 10.1016/j.math.2011.10.001
Strain counterstrain: current concepts and clinical evidence
Abstract
Strain counterstrain is an osteopathic manipulative technique about which research is only recently emerging. This master class reviews the evidence investigating proposed physiologic mechanisms and clinical effects of strain counterstrain. Clinical application guidelines are presented with specific treatments for key clinical scenarios.
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