How The Duodenum Impacts Movement & Pain

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers

In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I dive into the duodenum and how this area can be a powerful lever in your treatment outcomes.

You’ll hear why the duodenum can influence everything from hip mobility and lower back pain to breathing mechanics and even emotional states like frustration and anxiety. I break down the anatomy in a clear, practical way to help you understand how the duodenum connects to the lumbar spine, diaphragm, and core function, and why treating it can make such a difference in your clients’ movement and pain. I also share practical ways to assess and address the duodenum, including simple self-treatments, skin lifts, and positional strategies you can try immediately with clients.

Whether you’re working with athletes, chronic low back pain, or clients with stubborn hip restrictions, this episode will help you expand your treatment lens and get better results.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Episode 45: The Kidneys - Visceral Connections To Movement
Episode 48: Small Intestine and Mesenteric Roots
Episode 75: The Colon Connection
Episode 91: Diaphragm Details That Unlock Thoracic Mobility
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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Chapters

1. How The Duodenum Impacts Movement & Pain (00:00:00)

2. Listener Feedback & Course Updates (00:01:07)

3. Anatomy and Function of the Duodenum (00:04:58)

4. Practical Duodenum Treatments (00:22:06)

5. Duodenum & Emotional Connections (00:25:25)