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
by Laura Inverarity, D.O.
for About.comUpdated January 20, 2006
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by the Medical Review Board
Muscle energy is a manual therapy technique that helps restore balance and alignment in the body.
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