Chronic Pain - Foot, Knee, Back, Neck, and Jaw

Proprioceptive stimulation repositions the posture (e.g., knee joint) into a more correct alignment. This reduces the stress on the muscles, which allows them to heal (Rothbart and Esterbrook 1988, Rothbart 1994).

Respiratory

By straightening the shoulders, the ribcage is opened and pressure is taken off the lungs. This allows for easier breathing.

A decrease of up to 30% of lung capacity has been reported, resulting from a forward and inward rotation of the shoulders (Cailliet, 1987 and Kapandji, 1974).

    Cailliet R, Gross L, Rejuvenation Strategy. New York, Doubleday and Co. 1987.

    Kapandji IA, Physiology of Joints. Vol. 3. New York: Churchill Livingstone, 1974

Intestinal and Bowel

Proprioceptive stimulation reverses the anterior rotation of the innominates (hips), which in turn, positionally decompresses the intestines and colon. Waste products pass through the colon more quickly and efficiently, which can reduce the pain associated with gastro-intestinal distress.

Historical Note:

Early in the 20th century, physicians frequently reported severe abdominal symptoms associated with a malposition (incorrect alignment) of the stomach and bowels.  If severe enough, the intestinal lining was surgically stapled to reestablish a more correct alignment of the viscera  (Horsely et al, 1953; Gedingfield et al, 1930).

In the 21st century, Posturologists have linked severe gastrointestinal symptoms to poor posture (the alignment of the skeletal frame determines the alignment of the internal organs).  Improving posture can, in many cases, resolve severe stomach and bowel problems (Cailliet R, 1987).

Gedingfield H, Milford Humphry 1930. Viscerptosis and Allied Abdominal Conditions Associated with Chronic Invalidism.  Oxford Univ Press, London, pp 135.

Horsely GW, Bigger IA 1953. Operative Surgery, 6th edition. CV Mosby Co, St Lewis, pp 1206.


Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Proprioceptive stimulation improves posture, which in turn,  reduces hypertonicity (tightness and strain) within the postural muscles. Lactic acid is reduced. The body has more energy. (Rothbart B. Pressure Plate Analysis of Medial Column Insoles. Journal of Sports Medicine)

Diabetic Ulcers

With improved postural positioning of the foot, blood flow into the foot is greatly enhanced. This allows the diabetic ulcer to heal, reducing the likelihood of a partial or complete foot amputation (Case Studies, Group Health Hospital, Department of Orthopedics, Tacoma Washington 1996; Diabetic Study, Istituto Superiore di Sanita, 2005).

Infertility

Proprioceptive stimulation reverses the anterior (forward) rotation of the pelvis. This decreases the possibility of a blockage (Isthmus Block) between the ovaries and the fallopian (uterine) tubule, where conception normally occurs.  The egg passes more freely from the ovaries into the fallopian tubule.  Impregnation is facilitated (chances of becoming pregnant are improved).




Isthmus Block Associated
with Anterior Rotation of Pelvis
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Serour GI 1982 (Prof OB/GYN Al Azhar Univ). Laproscopic Ventrosuspension. A New Technique. Int J Gynaecol Obstet, 20:129-131.

   Anderson-Peacock, E 2003.  Reduction of Vertebral Subluxation using Torque Release Technique with Changes in Fertility.  Journal Vertebral Subluxation Research, July 19, pp 1-6.

   Shelley J 2003. Healthy Pregnancy in a Previously Infertile Patient Following D.N.F.T. Chiropractic Care. A Case Report. Journal Vertebral Subluxation Research, December 8, pp 1-7.

Proprioceptive Insoles helped this patient to become pregnant.

Menstruation

By reducing the forward rotation of the pelvis, the blockage between the uterus and the vagina is reduced. This allows the waste materials, generated by menstruation, to be passed out of the body more efficiently. This in turn, can diminish or greatly reduce menstrual pain (and low back pain). (Bellevue Study 1993-95)

Headaches

Many headaches arise from tension in the neck muscles resulting from a forward head position. By positioning the head over the spine, the neck muscles relax. Headaches may become less frequent and less intense (Rothbart, Hansen and Liley 1995).

Fibromyalgia

Many patients with severe postural distortions (poor posture) have pain symptoms, foot to jaw.  It is not uncommon for these patients to be diagnosed as having Fibromyalgia. 

I believe that many of the symptoms attributable to Fibromyalgia, are in reality, due to the distorted (poor) posture resulting from either the Rothbarts Foot or the PreClinical Clubfoot Deformity.

(Comments from a Patient with Fibromyalgia)

A Profound Effect

Proprioceptive Stimulation, as you can see has a profound effect on the body, solving so many chronic body problems, that in the past were considered unsolvable. This is done naturally, without the use or need of surgery or drugs.  It just makes good sense to treat your body in a kind and respectful way, allowing it to heal itself naturally.


Prof/Dr Brian A Rothbart
Chronic Pain Elimination Specialist
Discovered the Rothbarts Foot Structure and the PreClinical Clubfoot Deformity
Developer of Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy
Inventor and Designer of Rothbart Proprioceptive Insoles
Founder of International Academy of Rothbart Proprioceptive Therapy
Author of Forever Free From Chronic Pain