Chronic pain is a multifaceted phenomenon that not only impacts our physical well-being but also influences our perceptions and experiences. While traditional approaches to pain management often focus solely on addressing biological factors (the tissues), emerging research suggests that somatic interventions, such as traditional hands on therapy, instrument-assisted myofascial tools, cupping therapy, and kinesiology tape […] The post Harnessing Somatic Interventions Coupled with ‘Curiosity’ for Longer Lasting Chronic Pain Relief – from Steven Capobianco appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

Research and Rolling Update Delayed Onset of Fatigue Healey et al. (2013) conducted a study comparing the impact of foam rolling with a 30-second plank exercise on athletic performance. While no significant differences were observed in isometric squat movements, jump height, or agility drill performance, the foam rolling group exhibited a significant delay in the […] The post TriggerPoint – Research and Rolling Update appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

The Evolution and Benefits of Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) in Manual Therapy by Daniel Lawrence Introduction: The history of Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) is both ancient and contemporary, with roots dating back over 2000 years. Originally IASTM was used for personal pain relief and recovery utilising everyday items like a spoon or coin. […] The post The Evolution and Benefits of Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) in Manual Therapy appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

At some point in our evolutionary journey posture became one of the defining visual features of our dominance, spending more time on two legs, and becoming more upright. In more recent centuries, the importance of posture has permeated many echelons of society, including military parades, where some soldiers sometimes look so upright, they are at […] The post Perfect Posture Competition appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

Maximizing Performance: RockTape as an Ally to Football Players by Steven Capobianco | 0 comments As the excitement builds for the Super Bowl, one cannot help but marvel at the physical prowess of the competing professional football players. The collisions, the tackles, the sheer intensity of the game—these athletes push their bodies to the limits. […] The post Maximizing Performance: RockTape as an Ally to Football Players: by Steven Capobianco appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

New Cupping for back pain research. Image from: de Melo Salemi et al (2021) It is reassuring to see an emergence of more dry cupping research with improved study methods. I always joke that unless a research study has a comparison group then it’s not really research! – Hilarious I know ? . To put this […] The post Why has my cup got a hole in it? New research. appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

  Welcome to a brand-new year, weekend warriors! As we kick off this year filled with fresh movement aspirations, we know that the road to a stronger, healthier you can sometimes come with its fair share of aches and pains. But fear not, because in this blog post, we’re unveiling the dynamic duo that can […] The post Welcome to a brand-new year, weekend warriors! By Steve Capobianco appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

Maximizing Treatment Outcomes: The Art and Science of Treatment Stacking in Manual and Movement Therapy by Steven Capobianco | 0 comments In the dynamic realm of manual and movement therapy, the concept of ‘treatment stacking’ has emerged as a game-changer. By intelligently combining various manual therapy modalities, we not only address musculoskeletal complaints more comprehensively […] The post The Art and Science of Treatment Stacking by Steven Capobianco appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

Uncover the NEW Science Behind Myofascial Cupping: A Neurosensory Solution for Low Back Pain Chronic, or persistent, low back pain can be incredibly frustrating. Whether it’s due to an injury, overuse, or simply the result of daily life, this discomfort can have a significant impact on your ability to move in a ‘meaningful’ manner. While […] The post Uncover the NEW Science Behind Myofascial Cupping: A Neurosensory Solution for Low Back Pain. By Dr Steve Capobianco appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more

Knee MRI – What would yours show? Prevalence of abnormal findings in 230 knees of asymptomatic adults using MRI The idea that pain must be caused by a faulty structure is no longer true. However, it remains ingrained in our culture and many patients, and professionals struggle to cleave themselves away from the routine behavior […] The post Knee MRI – What would yours show? by Daniel Lawrence appeared first on Rocktape UK ..read more