Think you have a “bad back”? Maybe it’s time to check your knees and hips instead! Pain is not always what it seems. The body is a complex system where each part influences the others. While we often think in terms of individual body parts, the truth is that we always move as a whole. […]
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A common question that comes up in the clinic is whether physical therapy for low back pain can actually work if an MRI or X ray shows positive findings. This concern makes sense. Traditional thinking often suggests that if something looks abnormal on imaging, that must be the source of pain. Not quite. In many […]
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The inversion ankle sprain is the most common injury in the world. Walking down the stairs and missing a step. Getting bumped in the air during a layup and landing on the outside of the foot. In an instant, force is applied through the outside of the foot and ankle at a speed the ligaments […]
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For something as small as a toe, it can be surprising how much influence the big toe has on the rest of the body. With every step we take, the big toe helps us sense the ground and plays a major role in how we push off from one foot to the next. When big […]
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Training in martial arts can be an intense and rewarding pursuit. Competing for both pride and the occasional small trophy is part of the process for many athletes. Studying multiple styles is common, but for some, Judo becomes the primary focus. There is something deeply satisfying about getting inside an opponent’s head and navigating every […]
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You are reading this because either you, or someone you care about, has been dealing with a persistent burning or aching pain on the bottom of the foot. Maybe it only hurts when walking. Maybe it hurts all the time. Maybe it is in the middle of the arch or closer to the heel. Either […]
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Do you find yourself turning your entire body just to look over your shoulder while driving? Or maybe you notice your neck doing most of the work during an ab workout. If so, you are likely dealing with a restricted and overactive neck. This is extremely common in a stress driven world where many people […]
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In this article, we are going to discuss what other movements to consider if you are dealing with movement related neck discomfort and chin tucks have not helped. If you are not sure what a chin tuck is or whether it might be useful for you, refer back to the previous article in this series […]
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Chin tucks, a common exercise that involves drawing the head straight back as if creating a double chin, are frequently prescribed for people experiencing neck related symptoms. Video 1 above demonstrates one of our physical therapists performing the movement. Video 1: The “Chin Tuck” exercise. Chin tucks can be effective for symptom relief in individuals […]
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In today’s world of technology and working from home, posture has become a buzzword with a largely negative reputation. We are constantly surrounded by messages about what makes posture good or bad and why it is supposedly the root cause of all aches and pains. You have probably heard it all. Pull your shoulders back. […]
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