Jeff P. Anliker, LMT Profile and Articles

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1). Muscle Imbalance And Chronic Injuries
Injuries can occur anywhere and at anytime, but the most prevalent place of occurrence is in the workplace. The reason for such a high rate of injury is that people spend 8-18 hours a day, 5-7 days a week performing unidirectional (one-way) movement patterns, causing an imbalance in the musculoskeletal system that results in the overuse and under use of certain muscle groups.

2). Trigger Finger - Is It Really All That Common?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the most widely recognized form of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), but Trigger Finger is catching up fast, becoming all too common among society and affecting the youth and elderly in ever-increasing numbers. If the rising numbers keep on track, Trigger Finger may be recognized along with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome as having achieved epidemic proportions.

3). The Devestating Effects Of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a devastating disorder that is one of many listed under the general term, “Repetitive Strain Injury” (RSI).

Of all repetitive strain injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome is the most recognized and prevalent among the general populace. And due to this recognition, many people are concerned about being afflicted with carpal.

4). Massage Therapy And Repetitive Strain Injuries
There is no question that conservative therapy is the best option for those suffering with a Repetitive Strain Injury. From Trigger Finger to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, conservative therapy produces the best results, limited side effects (if any), quicker results and long-lasting relief.

There are many types of conservative treatments that provide a variety of positive benefits to the user.

5). Invasive Treatments - Do They Really Work For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
If you have been diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), you may be wondering – what next? Below you will find information regarding the most common (not the best) treatment options currently in use in the medical industry and their success and failure rates.

If you have received a positive carpal tunnel diagnosis, most doctors will push for cortisone injections and/or surgery, procedures that have poor success rates and ones that should only be performed as a last resort, after all other conservative treatment methods have been utilized.

6). Carpal Tunnel Relief - Is Exercise The Solution?
Carpal tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is one of many musculoskeletal injuries listed under the broader terms of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) or Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD). A number of other injuries listed under these terms, but that are not exclusively caused by a repetitive strain injury or cumulative trauma disorder include Guyon's Syndrome, Tendonitis, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Medial and Lateral Epicondylitis and Trigger Finger.

7). Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - A Secondary Effect
What causes carpal tunnel syndrome to develop? Although there are many professional opinions out there regarding the subject, most do not provide an accurate description of how carpal tunnel syndrome actually occurs.

What is agreed upon is the fact that the flexor tendons and median nerve are operating in a much smaller space than they were prior to the onset of symptoms.

8). Eliminating Repetitive Strain Injuries In The Workplace
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI’s) that occur at work are best eliminated at the source; this is the fundamental goal of occupational health and safety.

In the case of repetitive strain injuries, the prime source of injury is continuous repetitive and/or static flexion of the fingers and hands in a unidirectional (one way) motion. (i.e. Mouse use, typing, writing, gripping work tools, etc.

9). Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Do You Have It?
Carpal tunnel syndrome reached epidemic proportions in the 90’s and has now achieved a status equaling pandemic proportions in the 21st century. With carpal tunnel syndrome having such devastating effects on millions of people each year, how do you know if you or someone you know has it?

With so much attention and hype the past 10-years concerning carpal tunnel syndrome in the workplace, you would think that a clear-cut picture would exist regarding the “how’s” “why’s” and “what is it’s” of carpal tunnel.

10). Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Symptoms, Tests & Treatments
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a devastating injury that affects more than 8 million people in the United States and continues to increase each and every year.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of many repetitive strain injuries (RSI’s) that are everywhere; homes, offices, assembly lines, grocery stores, book clubs, construction sites, dental offices,.

11). Trailer Insurance: Is It Really Required?
Article discusses what most people miss in planning for there trailer insurance requirements.

12). The Best Trailer Hitch Locks
Article covers important information about trailer hitch locks. It covers all the different styles as well as locks designed for special applications.

13). List Building Tips: The Often Overlooked Foundation of it All
Article covers what many internet marketers often loose sight of.

14). Innovative Tribal Tattoo Designs
Article narrows down the thousands of tattoo designs available.

15). Information To Known Before You Get A Tattoo!
If you have one tattoo or ten, this article has information for you!

16). Picking Your Dream Tattoo Design
Article gives quality tattoo information on how to pick a design you can live with for the rest of your life.

17). Do You Know what Celtic Tattoos Are?
Article discusses the history, meaning and most popular form of this type of tattoo.

18). Caring For A New Tattoo
Article reports on the most important things you can do to keep your tattoo looking good forever.