Ilacus

⚙️ The Setup:

Gear: The specialized massage hook/cane tool.

Position: Lie flat on your back (supine) with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. This position relaxes the abdominal muscles, allowing access to the deep Iliacus.

Tool Prep: Apply lotion or oil to the skin right below your hip bone (Iliac crest) to help the knob glide.

👣 Step-by-Step Guide

1. Locate the Iliacus Attachment

The Iliacus runs along the inner bowl of your hip bone (pelvis).

Locate Your Landmark: Use your fingers to find the bony crest of your hip (Iliac Crest) on the side you want to treat.

The Target: Place the rounded knob of the tool in the soft pocket just below and inside the front part of that hip bone.

2. Apply Guided, Gentle Pressure

Slow Descent: Use the long handles to gently guide the knob to press down and slightly inward (toward your belly button).

Exhale and Sink: Take a deep breath in, and as you slowly exhale, gently apply downward pressure, allowing the knob to sink deeper. Wait for the exhale; do not force the tool.

Intensity: The pressure should be very light (about a 3 or 4 out of 10 on the pain scale).

3. Breathe and Hold (Static Release)

The Iliacus responds best to static pressure and relaxation.

Hold the steady pressure applied in Step 2.

Take 3 to 5 very slow, deep, controlled breaths:

With every inhale, your abdomen will rise, gently pushing the tool out (do not fight this).

With every exhale, let the pressure sink slightly deeper into the muscle.

4. The "Knee Float" (Pin and Stretch)

Keep the pressure static on the tender spot.

Slowly float the knee of the side you are treating outward (away from your body) by a few inches, then slowly bring it back to center.

Repeat this slow, external rotation 3–5 times. This subtle movement engages the Iliacus against the pressure.

5. Search for New Spots

The Iliacus covers a large area.

Lift the knob slightly, shift it about one inch further along the inside curve of your hip bone (either closer to your waist or closer to your groin), and repeat Steps 2–4.

⚠️ Important Safety Note

Avoid Bone: Do not press directly on the sharp, hard edge of the hip bone (Iliac Crest).

Listen to Your Body: If you feel sharp, electrical, or shooting pain (nerve irritation) or any internal organ discomfort, release the pressure immediately and try a different spot.

Go Slow: Never use fast or heavy rolling motions in this area.