Mid-Upper Back Mobility Drill
Here are a few of my all-time favorite mobility drills to give people with problems that stem from their mid and upper backs. The first exercise is called a T4 Rotation which is followed up by reach-throughs, and the second is a wall sweep. Give them a try and see what ya think! If you...
Read MoreHip Mobility Drill – Single Leg Stance Clocking
If you’re looking for more ways to train hip strength and mobility, this clocking drill may be just what you need! It differs from other hip mobility drills in that you are focusing on moving your torso over your hip, versus the other way around. Give it a try and let me know what you...
Read MorePost COVID Back Pain
As the COVID-19 pandemic marches on, it seems that muscle and joint pain are becoming one of, if not the most frequently reported lingering effects of the disease. Back pain in particular seems to lead the charge, followed closely by neck and knee pain. Experts suggest that the reason that this happens is due to...
Read MoreFunctional Shoulder Exercise – Stir the Pot
This blog is about a functional shoulder exercise called stir the pot. Watch this video to learn more about this simple exercise for building up strength and coordination of your shoulders. Remember, just because something is simple, doesn't mean it's easy! Doing exercises like this one on a regular basis could help improve the health...
Read MoreWellness in the Workplace
Watch the linked video below to learn more about wellness in the workplace Every now and then Jacq gets asked by various organizations to do a presentation on mindfulness at work. She was kind enough to record her most recent one so that I could share it with you! Be sure to give it a...
Read MoreRange of Motion – What It Is, Why It’s Important, How To Improve It
In this video, Dr. Steve talks about range of motion, and why you should be paying more attention to it. Before you begin on any endeavors to improve range of motion in your joints, it is best to understand some basic concepts about what it is, why it is important, and things to consider about...
Read MoreOur Rehab Philosophy
This blog entry discusses our clinic's rehab exercise philosophy. Read ahead to find out more. Any proper care program for a joint or muscle complaint has to include some form of rehabilitative movement plan. In the case of one-off type injuries (i.e. slips, trips, etc.) it is a fairly straight forward process of providing an...
Read MoreFunctional Shoulder Drills
In this video, Dr. Steve demonstrates some of his favorite band exercises for improving shoulder function. Pressing and pulling are vital functions of the shoulder. When these motions are performed without regard to proper form and shoulder mechanics they can lead to shoulder injury. I put together a simple band exercise which can help you...
Read MoreWhat Your Core Is For
Read ahead if you want to find out what your "core" is, and what it is for. Mushy mid-sections have been the target of many a crunch, sit-up, side bend, etc. for generations--but I have to tell ya those types of exercises are missing the point when it comes to strengthening your core for its...
Read MoreA Mantra For Back Pain
This blog is about finding a mantra to help with back pain. Read ahead to learn more! Over my increasing number of years in practice I have developed an appreciation for the multi-factorial nature of back pain. It has become more and more clear to me that aside from the physical things that cause low...
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