Proprioceptive Stimulation.  An Effective Tool for Reversing Postural Distortions and Eliminating Chronic Pain

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United States Army Study (2007-09) El Paso, Texas
The United States Army (at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, Texas) is currently conducting a randomized, double blind study to evaluate the effectiveness of Rothbarts Insoles in controlling and/or eliminating the lower extremity problems seen, so frequently, in the recruits.  Part of this study involves duplicating the Cuernavaca Study (Rothbart 2004), comparing the outcomes. Principal Investigator: Rebecca L Morrell 1Lt, SP, PT; Associate Investigator: Amy J Trevino, MPT MAJ, SP, PT.

Current Research- Releasers vs Bracers

Using pressure plate analysis, we have statistically identified two distinct tonicity patterns resulting from abnormal foot pronation (specifically abnormal pronation resulting from the Primus Metatarsus Supinatus foot structure); Bracers and Releasers:
  • Bracers are identified by their elevated media pressure and lower surface area readings (i.e., cavus foot, hammertoes). Typically, they wear down the outside edges of their shoes (See Left Photo below). 
  • Releasers are identified by their depressed media pressure and higher surface area readings (i.e., pes planus foot, flaccid toes).  Typically, they wear down the inside edges of their shoes (See Right Photo below). (See Bracing Patterns - differential diagnosis)


             


Preliminary data suggests that the plantar surface of the 1st metatarsal and hallux act like a rheostat, adjusting the tonicity patterns in the postural muscles, foot to jaw. If the loading patterns underneath the hallux and 1st metatarsal are disturbed, a profound rippling effect is triggered up the postural chain resulting in adaptations/changes in postural tonicity.

Preliminary data suggests that afferent tactile (non-supportive type) insoles tend to shift the body toward postural homeostasis. 

Preliminary data suggests that mechanical (supportive type) insoles tend to shift the body away from postural homeostasis (Rothbart 2005) and destabilize (augment) the kyphotic and scoliotic curves in the spine (Fusco).

Dramatic changes in the progression of weight bearing forces has been demonstrated using Proprioceptive Insoles.



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
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