Normal muscular control of the scapula is important for activities involving upper extremity (UE) elevation. The upper and lower trapezius and the serratus anterior muscles have important and specific roles in upward rotation of the scapula during UE elevation.2,3,18,28 Muscular dysfunction, including weakness of scapulothoracic muscles, 9 has been implicated in disorders such as shoulder (subacromial) impingement and rotator cuff strain. Shoulder pain due to these disorders has been associated with significantly reduced health.

Background:Athletes work to gain any competitive edge. Many 2012 Olympians and even professional athletes were donning bright colored Kinesio TM Tex Gold (Kinesio Holding Corp, Albuquerque, NM) tape to treat injuries and gain this edge. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of kinesiotaping the gastrocnemius-soleus complex on power, speed, and selfperception of physical performance.

I have a question: If my basic dental insurance covers my seeing my dentist twice a year for a checkup for my teeth, why doesn't my health insurance cover seeing my physical therapist twice a year for all the rest of my body?

I have a question: If my basic dental insurance covers my seeing my dentist twice a year for a checkup for my teeth, why doesn't my health insurance cover seeing my physical therapist twice a year for all the rest of my body?

I have a question: If my basic dental insurance covers my seeing my dentist twice a year for a checkup for my teeth, why doesn't my health insurance cover seeing my physical therapist twice a year for all the rest of my body?