The Power of the Trigeminal Nerve

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers
The Power of the Trigeminal Nerve
Sep 13, 2023 Season 1 Episode 28
Anna Hartman

Trigeminal Nerve is one of the largest cranial nerves. This nerve provides sensation to the face, as well as motor innervates ion to the masseter muscle, the strongest muscle in our body (jaw). It also, however, does another powerful thing: innervates the tentorium and fallx in the cranium the thickening of the dura or meninges, and therefore has a direct effect on intracranial pressure and nervous system tension throughout the body. 

In this episode, we explore the anatomy and anatomical relationships of the trigeminal nerve and its role in autonomic nervous system balance. I share my favorite treatment techniques and why this nerve is one of the nerves I treat very often.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Manual Therapy of the Cranial Nerves: https://shop.iahe.com/Product-List/Neural-Manipulation-Products/Manual-Therapy-for-the-Cranial-Nerves
Netter’s Atlas of Neuroscience: https://amzn.to/3ED3qCI
Barral Institute: www.barralinstitute.com
Trigeminal Nerve Glide: https://youtu.be/e5SJs0Tp_-A
Trigeminal Extracranial Orfices: https://www.instagram.com/p/CFIhNxinIr7/
Trigeminal Nerve for sinuses: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CluYZ5gMHlk/
Trigeminal Scalp Massage: https://www.instagram.com/p/CAMKdiWHldP/
Trigeminal Nerve Tapping: https://www.instagram.com/p/CYZZdgKoLjP/

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