Objecti ve: Soft tissue manual therapies are commonly utilized by osteopathic physicians, chiropractors, physical therapists and massage therapists. These techniques are predicated on subjecting tissues to biophysical...
Context: Skeletal unloading due to disuse, disease, or aging increases bone loss and the risk of skeletal fracture. Conversely, mechanical loading is anabolic to the skeleton, promoting skeletal integrity through increased bone...