Unlocking the Fibula

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers

Fun fact about the fibula- its name in Latin (fibula) and Greek (peroneal) means: "clasp." I love this fact because you can easily see why it was named that; not only does it look like a clasp or safety pin when it is next to the tibia, but its ability to move is imperative for optimal function because, like a safety pin, it connects things together. When it is locked, it can wreak havoc on things.
Spend 30min with me on a tour around the fibular anatomy. This small bone, written off by many, plays a big role in gait, ankle function, rotational knee stability, and hip and SI function.
Though it accounts for a small amount of load in weight-bearing, the fibula is a key player that, when not moving due to visceral, neural, or mechanical issues, drives a lot of faulty movement patterns and/or pain.
From the episode:
Yoga One San Diego YTT: https://www.yogaonesandiego.com/yoga-teacher-training
Brian Mulligan book "Manual Therapy NAGS, SNAGS, MWMS": https://a.co/d/4xercTc
Missy Bunch: https://www.instagram.com/missybunch15/
Jean-Pierre Barral: https://www.barralinstitute.com/
Instagram reel of my treatment procedure (including lateral ankle tilt): https://www.instagram.com/reel/CniYETRqRRS/
Obturator Nerve Glide: https://youtu.be/LcHqK_cy12g
Anterior and lateral compartment self-massage: https://youtu.be/5j7ZVyp0Zxw
Common peroneal nerve glide: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CgZ_5wkF3Is/
Fibular reposition tape procedure: https://youtu.be/2pD-xbtoMSk

Considering the viscera as a source of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction is a great way to ensure a more true whole body approach to care, however it can be a bit overwhelming on where to start, which is exactly why I created the Visceral Referral Cheat Sheet. This FREE download will help you to learn the most common visceral referral patterns affecting the musculoskeletal system. Download it at www.unrealresultspod.com
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