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We are proud to bring you the new 6 volume DVD set by Erik Dalton, the DVD will be available in Australia end of April 2009.  We will be the first to bring you this exciting new DVD.

Myoskeletal Alignment is a respected multi-modality pain management system designed to alleviate reflex muscle guarding caused by joint blockage. This is accomplished through restoration of proper neural, myofascial and skeletal function. The myoskeletal goal is to establish pain-free movement during the walking cycle.

This six volume 'Spinal Engine' DVD series based on ground breaking research developed by Dr. Serge Gracovetsky. His discovery that the spine is the engine driving the legs has dramatically altered the view of body movement and opened exciting new clinical avenues for assessing and treating chronic pain syndromes.

This high-tech video technology is enhanced with practical strategies for correcting hidden kinks in the muscle-joint kinetic chain based on Serge Gracovetsky's "Spinal Engine" concept. Read more in Erik's article. It took 13 months to film, this is the most extensive and expensive produced series in the bodywork industry. Don't miss it.

Over 6 hours of high definition video in a 6 DVD box-set, Myoskeletal Alignment for Lower Back, Hip and Leg Pain includes:

1. Myoskeletal Mechanic
2. Fixing Kinetic Kinks
3. Bone & Belly Work
4. Sacroiliac Syndromes
5. Toning the Core & Pelvic Floor
6. Unlocking Lumbars

Prof. Serge Gracovetsky published “The Spinal Engine” in 1988 showing that: Optimal mechanical function of the spine is necessary for optimal mechanical function of the limbs. Gracovetsky further showed that the legs do not move the body, they were not the motor behind the movement, but it was the spine that generated locomotion – the spinal engine. "Locomotion was first achieved by the motion of the spine ... the legs came afterward as an improvement, not as substitute".

Read an interview with Prof. Gracoversky

Disk 1: Myoskeletal Mechanic A myoskeletal body mechanic doesn't just treat plantar fasciitis, bum knees, painful SI joints or functional scoliosis in isolation but searches for compensatory 'kinks' that initiate pain-spasm-pain cycles.

Disk 2: Fixing Kinetic Kinks Myofascial and bony fixations along the kinetic chain soon manifest as strain or pain elsewhere. Follow Dalton through dozens of creative techniques to find and fix flat feet, knock-knees, short legs and pelvic pain syndromes.

Disk 3: Bone & Belly Work Delve deeper into the body's anti-gravity spring system to lift fallen arches, decompress adhesive hip capsules and stabilize misaligned pelvic bones. Learn unique compaction / traction, articular pumping and client-assisted abdominal releases.

Disk 4: Sacroiliac Syndromes Pelvic girdle ligaments must stretch to provide shock absorption for the spine. But injury and overuse can "jar or jam" articulating joint surfaces creating reflex psoas, QL and periformis myospasm. This video introduces alignment techniques to reduce ligament micro-tearing and sciatic nerve impingement.

Disk 5: Toning the Core and Pelvic Floor Human gait must have fluid rotary motion through the body's core. Thus, pelvic floor damage resulting from child birthing, hysterectomies, a hooked coccyx, or other problems, jeopardizes gait efficiency and core stability. These lengthening and toning routines help you restore firing order, relieve dural drag and fuel spinal engine efficiency.

Disk 6: Unlocking Lumbars This series closes with problem-solving of complex lumbo-pelvic disorders. Special spinal unwinding, articular springing and deep myofascial balancing maneuvers gently unlock chronic facet capsule fixations while restoring proper spinal curves. Myoskeletal Therapy complements all types of bodywork with practical strategies to alleviate reflex muscle guarding and joint blockage.

Order All of Erik Dalton's Myoskeletal DVDs and Save

Vol 2: head & Neck (2 DVDs), Vol 3: Shoulder, Arm & Wrist (2 DVDs), Vol 4: Lower Back, Hop & Leg (6 DVDs).

Hip & SI Joint Pain

Piriformis & SI Joint Release Techniques

Fixing Funky Knees

Rib Spring Techniques

Ida Rolf's Log Roll

Recommendations

“Every new project Erik Dalton undertakes adds a layer of depth to his previous work. Even if you have his other DVDs, this latest, elaborately produced addition adds yet another layer of understanding coupled with many new strategies and tools to enhance the therapeutic effectiveness of any therapist.” Art Riggs, author of Deep Tissue Massage

“Every puzzle has its pieces and these elaborately produce videos put them together in both style and substance.” Jeff Blatt, founder of Sports Therapy Rehabilitation Center, NY

“This impressive DVD collection takes you to the heart of many chronic pain conditions. A perfect addition to any sports medicine, structural integration, physical therapy, personal training or bodywork practice.” Darren Allen, PT, ATC, LMT, Los Angeles

“Erik Dalton’s videos always offer value for money for the working therapist... well produced, clear, down-to-earth... and best of all the techniques are always placed in an integrated context so that, as he says, you don’t get stuck ‘chasing the pain’.” Tom Myers, author of Anatomy Trains

Also available:

Advanced Myoskeletal Techniques for the Neck & Head, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, and Hand