4 Exercises to Ease Back Pain and Discomfort
Almost anyone of any age or walk of life can suffer from back pain. College students and older adults as well as office workers and professional athletes all report discomfort in the…
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How Posture Affects Lifting
How well you do when you lift weights isn’t just a function of how strong your muscles are. There are many other factors when it comes to physical development and achieving personal…
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Strengthen Your Back and Improve Posture with Scap Traction Exercise
We may not think about our posture very often – and unless they hurt in the moment, we don’t think about the condition of our backs, either. However, both good posture and…
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A Strategy for Active Self-Traction of Your Spine for Improved Back Pain and Hip Mobility
In our June issue of the newsletter, we posted about the upper extremity spinal decompression (decompression using your arms) for self-traction of the spine. Here is another version of self-traction that is…
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Snow Shoveling Safety: Protecting Your Back and Joints
Shoveling snow is a fairly regular winter task for people who live in temperate or cold climates, but it can also be quite physically demanding. Given the potentially heavy weight of snow…
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The Connection Between Posture and TMJ Disorders
TMJ disorders are a common issue that causes jaw pain and discomfort. These disorders can affect your daily life in a major way. They can make even simple tasks like eating or…