The fascial distortion model (FDM), developed by Stephen Typaldos, D.O., is an anatomical perspective in which the underlying etiology of virtually every musculoskeletal injury (and many neurological and medical conditions as well) is considered to be comprised of one or more of six specific pathological alterations of the body’s connecting tissues (fascial bands, ligaments, tendons, retinacula, etc.). This model not only allows for strikingly effective manipulative treatments for diverse afflictions such as pulled muscles, fractures and frozen shoulders, but the results are objective, obvious, measurable and immediate. As a national instructor for this technique Dr. Zandi has become an expert in treating musculoskeletal pain.
What are types of FDM procedures?
- Triggerbands – therapist put a pressure by the thumb along the presented pathway.
- Continuum Distortions – therapist put a pressure by the thumb at the exact place of feeling of pain.
- Folding Distortions – therapist conduct traction or compression of the affected joint.
- Herniated Triggerpoint – therapist put a pressure by the thumb at the place where HTP occurs.
- Cylinder Distortions – therapist compress and stretch by the hands affected area.
- Tectonic Fixation – Therapist compress and stretch affected area by the hands or tools like vacuum bubble.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Ankle Sprains
- Carpel Tunnel
- Syndrome
- DeQuarvains
- Syndrome / Wrist
- Tenosynovitis
- Frozen Shoulder /
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Golfer’s Elbow
- Hamstring Strain/Pull
- Hip Flexor / Psoas
- Tendinitis
- Hip Pain
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome
- Knee Sprains
- Low Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Patellar Tendinitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Rotator Cuff Strains
- Sciatica
- Sever’s Disease
- Shin Splints
- Tennis Elbow
- Tension Headaches / Migraines
- Thoracic Outlet syndrome
- TMJ
- Whiplash
After treatment, there may be some residual swelling, bruising and tenderness to touch.
Move: One of the best things to do is move! This doesn’t mean run a marathon but instead go for a walk, do an easy bike ride, etc. The physical therapist will work with patients on developing a movement based program.
Ice: Apply ice to areas treated or sore. Do not apply ice directly on skin; cover with a paper towel or towel. Apply 10 min only and repeat often (5-10 times within 24 hours post treatment session).