Neck pain and upper trap spasms are common conditions affecting almost everyone at least once in their life. It also afflicts others on a regular basis. Virtual physical therapy can provide relief. Most people experience waking up with a painful, stiff neck. The pain and spasms are usually accompanied by a loss of normal neck range of motion, making…
How did we reduce the cost of musculoskeletal disorders by 80%? – Simple by following the research! 80% Reduction in MSD COSTS A few years ago, the Lancet journal published a series of articles addressing the musculoskeletal epidemic. The focus was on LBP because it is the number one cause of pain and disability worldwide. The researchers…
Ever wonder why some athletes and individuals continue to perform at high levels and free of injury long past their prime years? Why can some run marathons while others seem prone to injuries with menial tasks? Is it in our genes or is there a secret to their training? There is a method to how these elite athletes…
Sunny days and warm weather are here to enjoy but we also need to be cautious exerting in the heat. If you want to exercise on the hot days of summer, your body must be able to handle the elevated temperature and you should know the warning signs of dehydration and heat exhaustion. Learn safety…
WHAT IS THE ROTATOR CUFF? The Rotator Cuff (RTC) is a group of 4 muscles that provide strength and stability to the shoulder. They connect from your scapula (angel wing in the back of your arm) to the head of the humerus (top of your arm), forming a cuff around the shoulder joint. These muscles…
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Post-COVID syndrome have left many with residual pulmonary and systemic manifestations. These lingering symptoms can often cause difficulty in breathing, fatigue, joint pain, weakness, brain fog, and loss of taste/smell. The good news is that many of these issues CAN be reduced and even eliminated with a Post-COVID breathing exercises program that focuses on deep…
Post-COVID syndrome is a common, unique phenomenon that we have just begun to understand. Some studies have shown that 10% of those with COVID-19 will go onto have lingering symptoms, while others estimate up to 70%. Even those with relatively mild COVID-19 can go on to becoming “long-haulers”. COVID-19 comes with a range of symptoms, so, too,…
Low back pain is the leading cause of disability in the US and the world. Treatments for back pain have escalated to the most expensive medical problem. Why do some experience back pain for just a few days while others develop chronic symptoms and even disability? A recently published research article looked into this very…
Exercise is essential during pregnancy, not only for the mother but for the baby as well! For far too long, exercise has been discouraged during pregnancy. New mothers-to-be receive a laundry list of things to avoid from foods to toxins and even exercise. But contrary to this long-held belief, vigorous exercise is not only safe; it is beneficial…
