Many physical therapy clinics are primarily focused on therapeutic exercise and the use of applied modalities (heat/cold, ultrasound and estim [electrical stimulation]). Our clinics are heavily...
No doubt about it, we’ve got a lot going on in our lives. So we don't blame you if you haven't given your fascia a second (or first) thought. Or even heard of what it is.
But fascia is...
The traction exercise helps balance the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS), which helps regulate our stress response. The ANS is made of two parts; the Parasympathetic and...
People go to yoga class to relax, and to keep bodies limber and strong. We all know that going to the gym only three times won’t keep your beach body for long. We are living systems and...
Structural Elements® was founded in 2006 by Douglas Bertram, L.Ac, MTCM. Douglas started working as a massage therapist in 1995 with a focus on treating athletic injuries. He practiced for...
The story behind the Structural Elements® logo is foundational to our approach. The full logo is a representation of a Tensegrity Model; tensional integrity...
At Structural Elements® we believe the body thrives on efficiency. Anytime an athlete's body is “out-of-alignment”, there is a compromise to performance. We see several patients a...
Viscoelasticity is the name of the game for preventing soft tissue injury. This term refers to the degree of elasticity or stretch the soft tissue can handle. If muscles, tendons and ligaments are...
A foundation is the element of an architectural structure that connects it to the ground, and transfers loads from the structure to the ground.
When it comes to our bodies and our ability to...
Our orthopedic health is largely dependent on finding a proper balance between stability and mobility. Because this balance is so critical to how our joints junction and to the quality of our...
Most individuals have a general understanding of the meaning of Fitness. We tend to think of fitness as cardiovascular health, weight management and the ability to perform a given set of...
