Active Release Technique® ART

ART® is a state of the art soft tissue system/movement based myofascial release technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be treated quickly with ART®. These conditions all have one important thing in common: they are often a result of overused muscles.

Erik Shimane DC has been a volunteer in Kona, HI Ironman World Championship with ART® .

Erik Shimane DC has been full body certified since 2006 in Upper Extremity Level 1, Lower Extremity Level 1, Spine Level 1, as well as the following Advanced Courses: Long Tract Nerve Entrapment, Biomechanics, Active Palpation, Active Diagnosis, Masters ART®, Complex Protocols, Upper Extremity Level 2, Spine Level 2, Lower Extremity Level 2 and Nerve. Erik is the first fully certified Level 2 practitioner in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.

Guy VOYER, D.O. Post-Secondary Training and Manual Etio-therapy Education

Erik Shimane has taken courses with the world renowned Osteopath and Medical Doctor, Guy VOYER, DO via the SomaTraining, SomaTherapy and Sutherland Academie of Osteopathy and Universidad Federico Hernriquez y Carvajal International Diplomate of Osteoapathy now known as International Diplomate of Manual-Eito-Therapy. Coursework completion-to-date:

ELDOA Program

• ELDOA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.1 (May 2018-Jan 2019, Jan 2022), ELDOA Trainer (Jan 2019), ELDOA Instructor (March 2020), 1-3 (June 2021)

SomaTherapy Program

• SomaTherapist (March 2023)

• Pumping - Lower Limbs (Dec 2021, Jan 2023, Mar 2024) Upper Limbs/TMJ (Dec 2021, Jan 2023, Mar 2024) Pelvis/Spine (Dec 2021, Jan 2023, Mar 2024)

• Fascial Normalization - Lower Limbs (Mar 2023) Upper Limbs/TMJ (Mar 2023) Pelvis/Spine (Mar 2023)

• TTLS - Lower Limbs (Nov 2019, June 2022) Upper Limbs/TMJ (Jan 2020, June 2022) Spine/Pelvis (June 2022)

• Diaphragm - Cranial Diaphragm (Jun 2021), Thoracic Diaphragm (Sep 2022), Pelvic Diaphragm (Sep 2022), Cervico-Thoracic Diaphragm (Sep 2022)

• SomaTherapy Theory: Pumping Lower Limb and Diaphragm (Oct 2020), Fascial Normalization of the Lower Limb (Oct 2020), 2TLS of the Lower Limb (Nov 2020), Thoracic Diaphragm Normalization Course (Nov/Dec 2020), Pumping of the Upper Limb and TMJ (Jan 2021), Fascial Normalization of the Upper Limb and TMJ (Feb 2021), 2TLS of the Upper Limb and TMJ (Feb/Mar 2021), Cervical Thoracic Diaphragm Normalization (Mar 2021), Pumping of the Pelvis and Spine (May 2021), Fascial Normalization of the Pelvis and Spine (May 2021), 2TLS of the Pelvis and Spine (May 2021), Normalization of the Pelvic Diaphragm (May 2021)

SomaTraining Program

• SomaTrainer (Aug 2024)

• Cardio Training and Physical Conditioning (June 2019)

• Myofascial Stretching (MFS 1.0) (Aug 2019, Jan 2024) (MFS 2.0) (Jan 2024)

• Pathologies Sports, Kinesiology, and Orthopedic Strapping (Oct 2019), Strapping 2.0 (Dec 2022)

• Global Postural Stretching (GPS) (Oct 2020, Aug 2023, Jun 2024)

• Transverse Abdominals (TVA) (Jun 2021)

• Circulatory & Respiratory (C&R) (Feb 2022)

• Proprioception & Awareness (Aug 2022), Proprioception & Awareness 2.0 (Dec 2022)

• Muscular Strengthening of the Abdominals & Thoracic Diaphragm (Aug 2022)

• Sauna (Aug 2023)

• ELDOA Specific (Aug 2023)

• Segmental Strengthening of the Lower Limbs (Aug 2024)

• Global Movement : The Squat, Posturology, and Gravity Line (Aug 2024)

• Segmental Strengthening of the Upper Limb (Aug 2024)

• SomaTraining Theory: Abdominal and Thoracic Diaphragm (Oct 2020), General ELDOA (Oct 2020), Muscular Strengthening of the Lower Limb (Dec 2020), Myofascial Stretching (Dec 2020), Global Postural Stretching (Jan 2021), Muscular Strengthening of the Upper Limb and Trunk (Mar 2021), Proprioception (Mar 2021), Strapping (Mar 2021), Squat and Posturology (Apr 2021), Specific ELDOA (Apr 2021), Respiratory and Circulatory Exercise Studies (May 2021), Physical Conditioning and Sauna (May 2021)

International Diplomate of Osteopathy / Currently Manual EtioTherapy

• Spinology 1 (April 2019) (March 2020), Spinology 2 (June/July) 2021, Spinology 3 (December 2021)

• Pelvilogy 1 (June 2019, Sept 2022 Instructor), Pelvilogy 2 (Sept 2019, June 2023 Instructor), Pelvilogy 3 (March 2020, Sept 2023 Instructor), Pelvilogy 4 (May 2021, March 2024), Pelvilogy 5 (June 2021, June 2024) - (Graduate) Diploma of Pelvilogy, Pelvilogy Instructor (2022-Present), Pelvilogy Associate Professor (June 2024)

• Viscerology 1 (March 2020, May 2021, January 2024), Viscerology 2 (May 2021, June 2024), Viscerology 3 (July 2021), Viscerology 4 (October 2021), Viscerology 5 (February 2022), Viscerology 6 (April 2022), Viscerology 7 (December 2022), Viscerology 8 (March 2023), Viscerology 9 (September 2023), Viscerology 10 & Graduation (January 2024)

• Craniology 1 (June 2021, October 2021), Craniology 2 (June 2022), Craniology 3 (September 2022), Craniology 4 (January 2023), Craniology 5 (June 2023), Craniology 6 (March 2024), Craniology 7 (June 2024)

• Limbology 1 (June 2021), Limbology 2 (December 2021)

• GOT/Leminscate/F0 (October 2021)

• Master : Scoliosis (September 2023), Lymphatics (December 2023), GDN - Global Dynamic Normalization (June 2024) GDN Assistant Professor

Education includes in-depth review of functional anatomy and biomechanics, Myofascial stretching, ELDOAs (decoaptation exercises for spinal and accessory joints), Fascia Normalization, Pumping, Transverse Tendonous Ligamentous Stretching, Osteopathic Treatment. More information can be found at Guy VOYER's website.

ELDOA

ELDOA is the active use of reinforcement exercise movements, myofascial stretches and posture techniques which aim to increase the space between joints and lengthening of the spine. 

Performing the ELDOA techno-methodology as part of the overall design for your health and fitness program will help to increase your flexibility, improve muscle performance and tone, reduce stress, reduce joint inflammation, delay disc degeneration, improve posture, relieve chronic and acute back pain, relieve neck and shoulder tension, and improve the longevity of the spine and your overall wellbeing.

Erik is a Certified ELDOA Trainer and Instructor of ELDOA Levels 1-3. ELDOAs trained are the Spine, Hips, Thoracic Cage and the Pelvis. Currently taking classes to become an ELDOA Therapist and has completed up to ELDOA 5.1. Call (808) 888-2608 for organizing a private ELDOA 1, 2 or 3 course.

What Is the ELDOA Method?

The ELDOA method is an innovative form of exercise developed by world-renowned osteopath Dr. Guy Voyer. ELDOA exercises consist of a series of specific postures aimed at relieving pressure and increasing blood flow around particular joints or spinal segments. This technique is a highly effective way to reduce pain, increase circulation, and improve posture, balance, and spine health.

Titleist® Performance Institute

Titleist performance institute Medical 3 Certified, Power 3 Certified, Junior 3 Certified & Fitness 3 CERTIFIED

Erik Shimane has been recognized by TPI as a certified Medical, Power, Junior, Fitness and Golf 3 Certified. Using the latest technology and working with golf and fitness professionals from across the Hawaiian Islands, Erik Shimane has successfully built programs to keep golfers golfing. Resolving golfing injuries and building programs to increase power and reduce risk of injuries using TPI Professional Program are part of the TPI experience. WGFS 2024 - Speaker

Telehealth & Teletraining

Please call phone “contact us” to schedule a training session (In-or-Out of State) or health counseling sessions (Hawaii, Texas, Florida and California Only).

Nutrition Dynamics

Unique energetic ways of developing nutritional protocols, balancing energetic fields (Principles of Quantum Physics) using whole food nutrition, phyto-chemical herbal extracts, and homeopathic therapeutic formulations. We provide specific recommendations on dietary supplements and healthy food choices to enhance our patient´s return to optimal health. Do you know which dietary supplements and herbal extracts are appropriate for you? Would you like to know how these combinations of foods and food groups interact with your biochemistry? Erik Shimane can provide many recommendations that will set you towards an optimal direction.

Epik Chiro carries the following lines: Standard Process, MediHerb, Energetix, Biotics, NET Remedies and Ancient Nutrition by Dr. Axe.

We also carry select products from: Nature’s Rite, Herbal Extract Company of Australia, Next to Nature, That’s Natural, and Optimal Rx.

Biofield / Morphogenic Field Technique

Erik Shimane is a Certified BioField Tester / MFT Practitioner (Master). Morphogenic Field Technique is an innovative energy signature testing procedure for homeopathic, nutritional and herbal practitioners who want to do more for their patients. It originates (“genic”) positive change (“morph”) and harnesses the power of the body’s energy fields at the cellular level. It is an integrated holistic approach that involves 100% natural and nutritional protocols custom matched to each individual’s needs.

Harness the new technology of Problematic Genes PG, Brain and Bioresonators, Special Situations 2.0 with EGM, Heart EGM, Pancreas EGM pillar, today. BioField testing new procedures EUE, AUE, BUE unwind now available.

NET (Neuro Emotional Technique)

Erik Shimane is a Certified Level 1 NET practitioner. NET is a mind-body technique that uses a methodology of finding and removing neurological imbalances related to the physiology of unresolved stress. NET is a tool that can help improve many behavioral and physical conditions.These conditions include headaches, body pains, phobias, general anxiety, self-sabotaging behaviors, organ dysfunctions and so much more. It’s important to note that NET does not cure or heal the patient, but rather, NET removes blocks to the natural vitalism of the body, “allowing” the body to repair itself naturally.

Fascial Release IASTM Techniques

The Graston Technique® incorporates a patented form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively detect and treat scar tissue and restrictions that affect normal function.

The Technique:

• Separates and breaks down collagen cross-links, and splays and stretches connective tissue and muscle fibers

• Increases skin temperature

• Facilitates reflex changes in the chronic muscle holding pattern

• Alters spinal reflux activity (facilitated segment)

• Increases the rate and amount of blood flow to and from the area

• Increases cellular activity in the region, including fibroblasts and mast cells

• Increases histamine response secondary to mast cell activity

Download Patient Handout regarding Graston Technique benefits

Graston Technique® has been effective in the treatment of:

• Achilles Tendinosis or Tendonitis

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

• Cervical Sprain or Strain

• Fibromyalgia

• Lateral Epicondylosis or Epicondylitis

• Lumbar Strain or Sprain

• Medial Epicondylosis or Epicondylitis

• Patellofemoral Disorders

• Plantar Fasciitis

• Rotator Cuff Tendinosis or Tendinitis

• Scar Tissue

• Shin Splints

• Trigger Finger

• Women's Health (Post-Masectomy and Caesarean Scarring)

We use HawkGrips to treat chronic injuries, nagging pain, and stiffness. If you are suffering from any of these conditions, please contact us and see how this new treatment option can get you feeling better and enjoying life again. 

• Speeds Recovery

• Prevents Surgery

• Reduces need for medication

• Increases range of motion

• Enhances athletic performance

• Resolves chronic conditions

• Improves patient outcomes

• Decreases time of treatment

Heart Sound Recorder

Erik Shimane uses the Heart Sound Recorder to assess nutritional deficiencies and health risks. The HSR is a general wellness cardiac stress monitor. It is not an electrocardiograph like those in hospitals or those used by physicians and that it is not capable of diagnosing heart conditions and is not in any way a substitute for such a device. The Heart Sound Recorder has not been reviewed or cleared by the US Food and Drug Administration.

The heart is the most important muscle in the body. Every day it beats 100,000 times, sending 2,000 gallons of blood through 60,000 miles of blood vessels. To function optimally, it is vital the heart has the proper nutritional balance to maintain it's correct rate, rhythm, and tone.

The Heart Sound Recorder (HSR) is a modern digital version of the Endocardiograph, an instrument designed in 1934 by Dr. Royal Lee, a great American inventor. It observes the heart's sounds and motions which gives practitioners insight into how well the heart is functioning.

The HSR is a non-invasive technology that includes a specialized microphone which is placed over the four valves of the heart. The rate, rhythm, and tone of each of the four valves is recorded to create a graph which is observed and evaluated by the practitioner. Certain types of heart stressors can be seen by analyzing the rate, rhythm and tone of the heart cycle, i.e. chemical, nutritional and emotional.

Practitioners offer informed suggestions which can be monitored by observing changes of the frequency, ratio, amplitude and characteristics of the heart’s waveform. Comparison graphs can then help determine the effectiveness of actions taken to improve the quality of one's life.

Since the heart absorbs nutrients very quickly, when proper nutrition is supplied to the body, the improvement of the heart is reflected in subsequent graphs, often within minutes. The Heart Sound Recorder can therefore be an important tool in evaluating your overall health and monitoring the progress you are making when under proper nutritional care.

Rate, Rhythm, Tone. 3 key indicators of Heart Health and Function

Rate

Your autonomic nervous system controls the rate at which your heart beats. This part of the nervous system has two parts. One side is the sympathetic, managing your "fight or flight" response, which can accelerate your heart rate. The other side, the parasympathetic, manages your "rest and digest" response, which can slow your heart rate. An optimal healthy heart has a dynamic balance between the two.

Rhythm

The rhythm of your heart sound shows a specific work to rest ratio on the graph. Your heart should be resting twice as long as it is working. Observations are made to see if your heart is working too hard, or not working hard enough.

Tone

The tone of your heart refers to the strength of the ventricles as they push blood through your body. The height and the width of the first and second sounds, also known as "lub-dub" is the sound your heart makes on the graph. This shows how efficiently your heart is pushing blood through your body and refilling to prepare for the next cardiac cycle.

Chiropractic Care | OTZ Tension Adjustment for Frozen Shoulder

We provide advanced spinal correction utilizing "state of the art" chiropractic techniques. Never in the history of chiropractic have we been able to provide the level of help and expertise that now exists. These newer correction methods are even safer, more comfortable and more effective than ever before. As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Erik Shimane has years of training and experience in spinal adjustment.

OTZ Tension Adjustment

Often applicable in Frozen Shoulder Syndrome and a wide Variety of other neurological conditions, with dramatic results. Erik Shimane has been an OTZ Certified Provider since 2011.

Cranial Adjusting Turner Style (C.A.T.S.)

C.A.T.S.  (Cranial Adjusting Turner Style) is a scientifically proven, neurologically-based and subluxation-specific cranial adjusting technique. It produces very dramatic results on physical, neurological and mental conditions, many of which were previously thought of as incurable. It is basic chiropractic philosophy: when a cranial bone is out of place, it causes neurological dysfunction; put it back into place and restore that function. Erik Shimane has completed Level 1 & 2. 

Active Isolated Stretching

Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) is one of the methods of stretching most used by today's athletes, massage therapists, personal/athletic trainers, and professionals. Active Isolated Stretching allows the body to repair itself and also to prepare for daily activity. The Active Isolated Stretching technique involves the method of holding each stretch for only two seconds. This method of stretching is also known to work with the body's natural physiological makeup to improve circulation and increase the elasticity of muscle joints and fascia.

Kinesio® Taping Technique

Kinesio® Taping is the definitive rehabilitative taping method within the international medical community. Erik is a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP) and has been since 2008. 

Kinesio® Tex Tape is completely latex free and made from the highest quality materials meaning it can be used by patients of every age and condition for 3-5 days per application. 

Kinesio® Tex Tape has the ability to: 
•    Re-educate the neuromuscular system
•    Reduce pain
•    Enhance performance
•    Prevent injury
•    Promote good circulation and healing

RockTape® Doc - Medical Professional

Erik Shimane is a Certified FMT RockTape Medical Professional & Retailer.

Functional Movement Technique presents a revolutionary way of thinking about how we move and how we injure. They integrate innovative mobility and stability strategies, along with a movement-based; practical kinesiology taping framework – to deliver RESULTS.

The FMT Series are based on the following concepts:

• Movement Pyramid: Movement screening and re-screening as the basis for evaluating the quality of human movement before and after the techniques administered

• Evidence Informed: Courses are built around the available scientific literature and clinical expertise of our instructors and certified healthcare and fitness professionals.

• Focus on Fascia: FMT has a longitudinal muscle chain approach to understanding movement dysfunction and correction

FMT Blades

FMT Blades introduces the concept of movement therapy and performance enhancement via Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM). The tools may be hard-edged, but the techniques don’t need to be aggressive to deliver superior patient outcomes.

The FMT Blades certification will review screening dysfunctional movement patterns and utilizing soft tissue tools to improve patient treatment. The anatomy, physiology and MOST IMPORTANTLY the neurology of myofascial soft tissue work is covered, along with supporting research. IASTM intervention strategies will also be combined with kinesiology taping and corrective exercise techniques to deliver a comprehensive approach to patient care.

FMT RockPods & RockFloss

RockFloss uses the science of compression band flossing and fascial shearing to help improve joint mobility, reduce pain*, and enhance movement.

RockPods uses the science of tissue gliding, traction and decompression with easy to use myofascial cups. Myofascial Cupping has been around since the early 19th century – only recently has the image of purple circles on professional athlete’s backs created attention to an ancient myofascial therapy.  The cups and techniques have changed over time, but the basic premise of the cups providing suction to decompress the underlying tissue remains the same.

RockFloss & RockPods are one of the latest additions to the RockTape tool arsenal to better equip each clinician, therapist or trainer to deliver superior patient and client outcomes. Our staff are trained in all of the techniques.

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Spinal, Postural, Functional and performance Screens

Posture and spinal screenings can reveal important health information and unlock the door to improved health and well-being. We provide screenings at area malls, community events, health fairs and places of employment. Functional Screening helps us to determine the sports specific protocol needed to create and build programs suitable maximizing performance. 

Functional Movement Systems - Move Well. Move Often.

Erik is both SFMA Level 1 and 2 Certified, FMS Level 1 and 2 Certified, Y Balance Certified and FCS Certified. The Selective Functional Movement Assessment is the movement based diagnostic system, designed to clinically assess 7 fundamental movement patterns in those with known musculoskeletal pain. The assessment provides an efficient method to systematically find the cause of symptoms, not just the source, by logically breaking down dysfunctional patterns and diagnosing their root cause as either a mobility problem or a stability/motor control problem. 

The Functional Movement Screen is the screening tool used to identify limitations or asymmetries in seven fundamental movement patterns that are key to functional movement quality in individuals with no current pain complaint or known musculoskeletal injury.

These movement patterns are designed to provide observable performance of basic loco motor, manipulative and stabilizing movements by placing an individual in extreme positions where weaknesses and imbalances become noticeable if appropriate mobility and motor control is not utilized.

The Fundamental Capacity Screen (FCS) course observes four fundamental forms of movement energy expression and discusses how they interact with each other and the individual’s environment to create the sustainable movement fitness and movement health we seek.Creating durable performers in sport, work and recreation is the ultimate goal for coaches, trainers and healthcare professionals.

Olympic Weight Lifting Coach

Power development is crucial that leads to increase speed and strength. As the physics equation exist Power = Work / Time or Energy / Time where Work = force x distance then  Power = (Force x Distance) / Time or Power = (Force/Time) * (Distance/Time) where (D/T) is also known as velocity or speed and can be re-written as Power = (Force/Time) * Velocity. Force over Time is recognized then as mass(M)*Acceleration(A) * velocity (V) which can be written as Power = (MA) * V where MA is known as strength. The equation thus leads us to POWER = Strength * Speed where you can not have one without the other. The beauty about having a certified Olympic Weight Lifting Coach is to determine which of the two or are both needed to develop power.

Erik Shimane is certified as an Olympic Lifting Coach through Titlelist Performance Institute and Robert Yang.

BODITRAK

Epik Chiro is a facility in Honolulu, Hawaii to have the Boditrak mat, which is a portable device that measures force and pressure. It helps us and patients visualize ground mechanics and fine-tune performance.

The Boditrak mat provides force plate data outside of the lab, in the athlete’s environment. Check out the video below to see real-time data for jumping mechanics with one of our patients.

Boditrak Certifications in Ground Mechanics

Erik is certified in both the Boditrak Golf Ground Mechanics and Applied Ground Force Mechanics trainings. Erik uses the Boditrak and the Golf Ground Mechanics training to help players improve their golf swing and overall game performance.

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RacquetFit®

RACQUETFIT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL

Erik Shimane became RacquetFit certified in July 2019. RacquetFit is a USPTA affiliated organization dedicated to studying how the body moves in the sport of Tennis and how to assess an athlete's physical ability to perform these movement patterns.

Comprised of leading experts in the tennis coaching, fitness and medical industries, RacquetFit has created a comprehensive Certification program that gives industry professionals the tools necessary to quickly screen players for any physical limitations and a deep knowledge of how those limitations can affect their performance as well as simple guidelines to help get them back on track.

OnBase University®

OnBase University Level 1 Certified in Hitting and Pitching

Erik Shimane became certified with OnBase University in their Level 1 Hitting and Pitching certifications. OnBase University is a leader in the education of baseball and softball experts. Their Hitting and Pitching Certification workshops teach industry professionals how to improve player performance through a deep understanding of how the body functions during hitting and pitching.

Erik can now quickly identify any physical limitations that may be causing a player's swing and/or pitch inefficiencies and simple solutions to get them back on track. Erik can also identify when a limitation is a mobility, stability or strength issue and any technique modifications to improve player performance quickly.