Neuromuscular Techniques

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Analgesic

McKenzie Method (MDT — Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy)

System for assessing and treating spinal pain developed by Robin McKenzie, based on syndrome classification and pain centralization exercises.

Published on February 22, 2026Read more

Nervous SystemMusculoskeletal System

Kabat — PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)

Neuromuscular rehabilitation method developed by Herman Kabat using movement diagonals, developed alongside Dr. Margaret Knott, to facilitate coordination, strength and mobility through manual resistance and proprioceptive reflexes.

Published on February 22, 2026Read more

Musculoskeletal SystemAnti-inflammatoryAnalgesic

Cyriax Method — Deep Transverse Friction (DTF)

Diagnostic and therapeutic system developed by James Cyriax using a systematic clinical examination of contractile and inert structures, and deep transverse friction massage to treat tendinopathies and bursitis.

Published on February 22, 2026Read more

Nervous SystemAnalgesic

Bobath Method (NDT — Neurodevelopmental Treatment)

Neurological rehabilitation approach developed by Karel and Berta Bobath, focused on normalizing tone and movement patterns in patients with central nervous system lesions.

Published on February 22, 2026Read more

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McKenzie Method (MDT — Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy)

Kabat — PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)

Cyriax Method — Deep Transverse Friction (DTF)

Bobath Method (NDT — Neurodevelopmental Treatment)

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