This past weekend my wife, Debbie and I went on quick vacation to Disney World. We chose to escape the fast-paced environment of DC, turn back the clocks, and celebrate our anniversary like little kids. We did this because we find it fun to laugh at ourselves and also because we know doing so is healthy. How could that be???
This is probably a good idea; however, this does not mean that you need to stretch, roll around on the ground and perform “activation” drills for 15 minutes prior to being ready for exercise. So what should you do?
“I know, my posture is terrible.” Sometimes our patients/clients will come to us concerned about their posture. People are classically taught to “sit up straight,” or stand with their chest out and shoulder blades pulled down and back. This is often seen as the counter to slouching which is commonly looked down upon.
Have you tried everything and still have low back pain? Is your daily pain limiting your workout of the day? Here are some reasons your back pain won’t go away…
Do you ever feel your shoulder popping and wonder why? This is a common issue that can stem from various causes. The shoulder is a complex joint, boasting the largest and most versatile range of motion in the body. It consists of bones, ligaments, cartilage, and tendons that facilitate movement in many directions, but this complexity also makes it prone to instability when movement quality is compromised. As a result, the shoulder is one of the most frequently injured joints, often leading to shoulder pain.
