Using a foam roller is the next best thing one can do short of seeing a manual sports therapist. It's very common that runner's use foam roller when trying to self-treat iliotibial band syndrome. However, there are way more uses then that. In our office we very commonly use foam rolling as a way to increase the flexibility in our patient's upper back, to minimize the stress on the neck, shoulder and low back.
Having said that this past week I was lucky enough to have a pro, Dr. Nicole Trombetto, a trainer/therapist at RAW Fitness in Boca Raton, FL, who is a MELT Method Certified practitioner (a self-care therapy system) to show me some things about the method. The method utilizes unique foam rollers and roller balls to help to decrease pain and tension within the soft tissues of the body. I had no idea how much one can utilize foam rollers and roller balls to treat literally the whole body. She took me through a class that made my feet feel much looser, and my hands feeling much better, which is always a good thing for a manual therapist such as myself.
Here's a great way to use the foam roller to keep neck, shoulder and low back pain away:
If you have any questions on using the foam roller or if you'd like to get help with any of your ailments please dial my office at 561.997.8898 or email me at drscotthoar@gmail.com. To check out more visit www.Mobility-4Life.com
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