A meniscus tear is a common injury seen in the clinic. While they do happen to be the most common sports-related knee injury, they can affect a young athlete, a…
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How to Strengthen Your Deep Core
If you’re looking to strengthen your deep core, this is going beyond your six-pack abs. One of the main muscles we will be focusing on that makes up your deep…
5 Best Exercises for a Pinched Nerve in the Back
Commonly referred to as a “pinched nerve,” radiculopathy can certainly make its presence. It can get in the way of performing daily tasks and even cause debilitating pain, numbness, or…
How to Improve Shoulder Range of Motion
Shoulder range of motion is important for daily activities. Reaching into the cupboard, washing your hair and face, and putting on clothing are all activities you need good shoulder mobility…
What You Need to Know About a Quadriceps Strain
A quadriceps strain can significantly limit your ability to perform most daily tasks. The quads are used in every day activities such as walking, standing, and going up and down…
Top 5 Full Body Stretches for Outdoor Athletes
Full body stretches for the athlete should prepare the body for an upcoming activity. A soccer player should prepare for lots of running and kicking whereas a surfer should prepare…
What to Know About Patellar Tendinopathy in Runners
Patellar tendinopathy is a common diagnosis in runners and other athletes. It is important to distinguish the difference between patellar tendinopathy and other common diagnoses of the knee in order…
How to Use a Foam Roller for Upper Back Pain
A foam roller is a tool that can be used for soft tissue mobilization and myofascial release. It can also be used with exercises to help improve mobility. Did you…
Tight Hip Flexors and How to Treat Them
The hip flexors are a group of muscles that are important for movement and mobility, as well as for powerful leg movements like kicking. Tight hip flexors can lead to…
5 Different Ways How to Build Self Care
Building self-care can feel like a daunting task. Where to start? What to do? How much will it cost? This post will look into 7 different areas of self care…
