Rib Thrust Manuplation

In this video, Dr. Gaetano is using a technique to mobilize Tom’s ribs.  The rib cage kind of wraps around from the thoracic spine forward to the sternum. Dr. Gaetano palpates the ribs, rolls him forward onto his hand, and asks Tom to breathe in and breathe out.

Lumbar Rotational Manipulation

In this video, Dr. Gaetano is demonstrating a lumbar technique with Tom. The Lumbar Rotational Manipulation is a pretty generalized technique that might be used on someone with back pain.

Lumbosacral Mobilization

Here Dr. Gaetano demonstrates a technique on Capital Area Physical Therapy therapist Lisa. The Lumbosacral Mobilization is another that may be used for certain patients.

Contact Capital Area Physical Therapy for more information on how these techniques can provide benefits for you. With physical therapy clinics in Saratoga Springs and Queensbury NY, they provide professional PT and wellness services, care and sports injury evaluation. 

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