Muscle Energy Technique

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Founder: Mitchell Fred L. Sr., D.O., F.A.A.O.

Principles: A series of articular tests evidences articular hypo- and hyper-mobility due to muscular spasms and hypertonicity. Recourse to isotonic contractions against resistance modifies the muscle’s state of contraction and frees the articulation.

Method: According to the ascertained articular problem, there is a specific position of correction where the patient is asked to effect three isotonic contractions against resistance supplied by the osteopath.

Indications: all types of acute and chronic articular hypomobility and hypermobility. This method is also indicated for children and is an excellent alternative to the generally more invasive classic manipulations.