Back Pain
Piriformis Syndrome: It’s Not About the Tennis Ball
Here we go. I believe the common treatment protocol for piriformis syndrome is not addressing the real issue. I understand this may stir some clinical debate, but as a PT who treats the cause of pain and not the area of pain, it doesn’t make sense to just treat the piriformis muscle. Currently, stretching, manual therapy and…
Read MoreThe Squat: How Low Should You Go?
The squat is a functional movement essential to transfer our body weight down and back up through space. It allows us to hover near the ground for work in the garden, to sit down into a chair and to get us low enough to grab a pan in a bottom cabinet. It’s a great movement (and exercise) that…
Read MorePilates for Triathletes Bike Part I: Pelvic Position for Cycling
This post applies to anyone who rides a bike. From the casual rider to the elite triathlete, one of the most important principles to master is a comfortable pelvic position on the bike. It should not feel effortful, but the pelvic should gently tilt posterior so the ischial tuberosities (sit bones) are in contact with the seat. This requires back…
Read MoreBird Dog Exercise: Know the Details!
This may be one of the most common exercises in the rehabilitation and fitness world. I love it, but it can go very wrong, really quick. Why is it called bird dog? Have you ever watched a bird dog on point? When they find a bird (or a rabbit in my dog’s case), they instantly stabilize…
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