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A Spinal Manipulative Therapy or Lumbar Nerve Root Injections comparative study

Herniated discs, especially those that result in pain down the leg are troubling for athletes, weekend warriors or just the regular Joe/Jane. I am sure there are people who avoid seeing a chiropractor because they have been told that they have a herniated disc. They have been told by others that a chiropractic adjustment would make them worse and to not go see one. I treat people with herniated discs, sciatica, and back pain every… Read More »A Spinal Manipulative Therapy or Lumbar Nerve Root Injections comparative study

Self Myofascial Releases of the Teres Minor Muscle (rotator cuff)

The teres minor muscle is one of 4 muscles that make of the rotator cuff muscles. It aids in stabilizing the shoulder joint and externally rotating the shoulder outwards Often when this is a problem you will experience discomfort in the back of the shoulder. Reaching up and backwards can aggravate your symptoms. This muscle can be aggravated during a motor vehicle accident while holding onto the steering wheel. This… Read More »Self Myofascial Releases of the Teres Minor Muscle (rotator cuff)

Is it bad to crack your knuckles – Update

A number of years ago i wrote a post looking into the research of whether or not there is any harm in cracking your knuckles. An update on the subject is needed since knowledge can change over 6 years. Chronic Cracking of your Knuckles and Arthritis There isn’t much more research in chronic knuckle cracking and arthritis since I last posted. Two new papers were found during my search on this… Read More »Is it bad to crack your knuckles – Update

Healthy shoulders with shoulder circles (CARs)

To keep our joints healthy we need to move them, on a daily basis, throughout their full range of motion. Shoulder Circles Start this exercise with your palm facing your hip. By only moving the shoulder raise it up in front and overhead.There will come a point where you can’t move any further. Rotate the palm to the out side and continue to rotate backwards. As you continue through the… Read More »Healthy shoulders with shoulder circles (CARs)

Self Myofascial Release of the supraspinatus muscle (rotator cuff)

The supraspinatus muscle is one of 4 muscles that make of the rotator cuff muscles. It aids in abducting the arm along with the deltoid and trapezius. The supraspinatus also pulls the humerus into the shoulder aiding in stabilizing the shoulder joint. It is responsible for preventing the shoulder from displacing downwards and is active throughout the full activity of abduction Those that work with their arms elevated, like hairstylists,… Read More »Self Myofascial Release of the supraspinatus muscle (rotator cuff)

Testimonial – Crossfit Trainer and Athlete

Often times people forget that I am an athletic therapist, as well as a,Chiropractor. I treat all forms of muscle and joint injuries. Chiropractors are trained to adjust all joints in our body not just the spine. Athletic therapists are excellent at understanding movement, exercise prescription and treatment for acute/chronic injuries. When I decided to become a Chiropractor it was so I could expand my treatment skills so I could… Read More »Testimonial – Crossfit Trainer and Athlete

To truly laugh, you must be able to take your pain and play with it

To truly laugh, you must be able to take your pain and play with it. So often people take their pain and avoid it at all costs. So much so that they start avoiding the things they love. You don’t need to do that. I can work with you to get you back to where you want to be.

Anthrodesk wobble chair: product review

Currently, I have patients who are coming in to see me because they have lower back pain. This seems to be occurring more often due to Covid 19. They are sitting at their kitchen table working from home. They are sitting with a poor chair or poor desk setup and they are developing lower back pain. Their workouts are suffering. They are experiencing lower back pain performing deadlifts, squats and… Read More »Anthrodesk wobble chair: product review

Shoulder Blade Circles (CARs) for neck pain, back pain or shoulder pain

The shoulder blades or scapulae have muscles that extend to the neck, thoracic spine, ribs and shoulder. The shoulder blades, therefore, can influence these other regions. Having control/mobility over the scapula would thus be a potential area to work on if you are having problems in these other areas. I often have my athletes and my desk athlete’s perform scapular circles if they have any problems in these regions. They… Read More »Shoulder Blade Circles (CARs) for neck pain, back pain or shoulder pain