This technique is performed by the patient generating gentle muscle contractions against resistance provided by the physical therapist.
By shortening the muscle's site of origin and insertion, bony mal-alignments can be corrected.
Muscle Energy
From Laura Inverarity, D.O., former About.com Guide
Updated January 20, 2006
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Muscle energy is a manual therapy technique that helps restore balance and alignment in the body.
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