The Clinical Link Between CNS Tension and Acute Meniscus Tears

Clinicians often zoom in on the knee with an acute meniscus tear, but the body usually has other plans.  In this episode, I walk through two client cases who arrived with classic meniscal presentations: pain, swelling, and loss of flexion. But the real driver of their pain at that assessment revealed itself only when I followed LTAP® findings back to the central nervous system.

I break down how CNS tension alters dynamic alignment, hip mechanics, and tibiofemoral arthrokinematics, and why this pattern shows up so often in clients with knee pain. You’ll hear exactly how I used the LTAP® to identify the true restriction and why the CNS initially mattered more than local knee work.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How CNS tension alters gait, hip rotation, and knee loading during daily movement

• Why addressing cranial containers can transform lower-extremity biomechanics

• How simple sensory-driven treatments can reduce symptoms in structurally injured knees

• When to treat locally, when to treat globally, and how to make that call with confidence

This episode Is a practical reminder that system-level clarity leads to better outcomes, whethers it’s in acute or chronic client cases.

Resources & Links Mentioned In This Episode:
Episode 86: Decoding The Nervous System For Health Pros
Episode 94: Understanding The Piriformis Puzzle
Learn the LTAP® In-Person in one of my upcoming courses

Considering the viscera as a source of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction is a great way to ensure a more true whole body approach to care, however it can be a bit overwhelming on where to start, which is exactly why I created the Visceral Referral Cheat Sheet. This FREE download will help you to learn the most common visceral referral patterns affecting the musculoskeletal system. Download it at www.unrealresultspod.com

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