OSTEOPATHIC TECHNIQUES

Two in one LIGAMENTOUS ARTICULATORY RELEASE AND OSTEOPATHIC POSITIONING RELEASE

Explanation of the training

LIGAMENTOUS articular release (LAO)

Is a specific technique within osteopathic manual therapy that
focuses on balancing tension in joints and surrounding ligaments.

What is the essence of LAO?

This technique does not use strong pressure or sudden movements (such as “cracking” joints). Instead, it is based on the principle that joints are healthiest when all surrounding ligaments have equal and balanced tension.

When an injury or dysfunction occurs, some ligaments become too tight and others too loose.

The therapist uses gentle movements to bring the joint to a point of “rest” or balance, allowing the body to reset the tension on its own.

What does the LAO technique help with?

Because it is very gentle, this technique is suitable for a wide range of conditions:

  • Acute injuries: Such as a sprained ankle.
  • Chronic pain: Back, neck, or knee pain.
  • Limited mobility: Helps increase range of motion without aggressive manipulation.
  • Sports injuries: For faster soft tissue recovery.
    Why is it popular?
  • Safety: Can be used on children, the elderly, and even patients with more severe inflammation where classic massage would be too painful.
  • Comprehensive approach: Treats not only the “root” of the pain, but also the surrounding structures that support the joint.

Content

  • General principles and introduction
  • Principles of the technique
  • Classification and styles of techniques
  • Indications and contraindications
  • Foot and ankle
  • Plantarsal fascia: Supinator direct myofascial release
  • Metatarsals, tarsals and toes: Supinator indirect ligamentous articular release
  • Calcaneus (Bootjack technique)
  • Unstable ankle
  • Anterior talus: Supinator indirect ligamentous articular release
  • Posterior talus: Supinator indirect ligamentous articular release
  • Foot dorsiflexors and pretibial fascia
  • Foot and lower leg plantar flexors
  • Knee and lower leg
  • Fibular head
  • Lateral (fibular) collateral ligament of the knee
  • Medial collateral ligament
  • Popliteal fascia: Supinator direct myofascial release
  • Meniscus: Supinator Direct Ligamentous Articular Release
  • Cruciform Ligaments: Supinator Indirect Ligamentous Articular Release
  • Hip and Gluteal Region
  • Tensor Fascia Latae: Supinator Direct Myofascial Release
  • Iliotibial Tract (Band): Supinator Direct Myofascial Release
  • Femural Adductors
  • Piriformis Technique: Lateral Lying Direct Myofascial Release
  • Gluteus Medius Technique: Lateral Lying Direct Myofascial Release
  • Centering the Femur in the Acetabulum
  • Second Hip Technique
  • Pelvis and Abdomen
  • Pelvic Diaphragm
  • Sacroiliac Release Techniques
  • Presacral Fascia
  • Pelvic Torsion Technique
  • Inguinal Ligament: Supinator Direct Ligamentous Articular release
  • Iliopsoas muscle: Supinator direct myofascial release
  • Iliolumbar ligaments and erector spinae muscles
  • Medial umbilical ligament
  • Umbilicus (navel)
  • Superior linea alba
  • Falciform ligament
  • Coronary ligament
  • Trunk and chest
  • Latissimus dorsi
  • Internal and external obliques and quadratus lumborum
  • Lower ribs and respiratory diaphragm
  • Respiratory diaphragm
  • Sternum (breastbone)
  • Pectus excavatum, pectus carinatum and somatoemotional releases
  • Middle rib group restriction (bucket handle movement)
  • Ribs 2 to 12
  • Second and third ribs (lateral lying position)
  • First rib (elevated)
  • Spine and neck
  • Spinal column
  • Lumbar and lower thoracic spine
  • upper thoracic spine
  • cervical spine
  • anterior cervical fascia and anterior scalene muscles
  • middle and posterior scalene muscles and levator scapulae
  • shoulder and upper extremities
  • clavicle
  • shoulders
  • teres minor
  • recentering of the humeral head in the glenoid fossa
  • pectoralis major
  • pectoralis minor, coracobrachialis and short head of biceps
  • subclavius, costocoracoid and costoclavicular ligaments, mediastinum
  • forearm and elbow
  • carpal tunnel
  • phalanges (fingers)
  • integration and special techniques
  • integration
  • key lesion
  • bowstring technique
  • buccinator and masseter
  • Submandibular Fascia and Digastric Muscles
  • The Eight Diaphragms
  • Suboccipital Fascia
  • Swimming Ilium Technique
  • Coccyx Technique

OSTEOPATHIC POSITIONAL RELEASE

Is a gentle, non-invasive manual therapy used to treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.
Rather than applying direct pressure or sudden “cracking” of joints, this technique focuses on finding a comfortable position to relax tense tissues. How does this method work?
The basis of this technique is the belief that the body sometimes gets “stuck” in a protective reflex after an injury or strain. The process looks like this: Trigger Point Finding: The therapist looks for specific points on the muscles or tendons that are sensitive to touch.Positioning: The therapist moves your body (or limb) into a specific position that reduces pain at that point by at least 70-100%. This usually involves shortening the muscle that is in spasm.Hold (90 seconds): The patient remains in that “comfortable” position for exactly 90 seconds. This allows the nervous system to “reset” muscle tone and break the cycle of pain and spasm. Slow return: The therapist very slowly returns the body to a neutral position so that the defense reflex is not reactivated. Main benefits
This technique is particularly useful because it is extremely gentle and painless. It is used to:

  • Reduce muscle spasms: Effective for stiff necks or lower back pain.
  • Increase range of motion: Helps with joints that feel “locked up”.
  • Treat acute injuries: Since no force is used, it can be applied even to patients with severe pain where other massages would be too aggressive.
  • Improve circulation: By relaxing the muscle, better blood flow and lymphatic drainage are enabled.
    Why is it called “Positional Release”?
    The name comes from the mechanism itself: you release tension from the tissue by positioning it in the direction of greatest comfort. Instead of fighting resistance (as in classic stretching), you “work with” your body to convince it that it is safe to relax.

LIGAMENTOUS articular release (LAO) is a specific technique within osteopathic manual therapy that focuses on balancing tension in joints and surrounding ligaments.

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