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While on vacation in Mexico, Nikola went for a longer than normal barefoot walk on the beach. She noticed some pain in her heel the next morning after getting out of bed. After suffering through the rest of her vacation, she made an appointment with her podiatrist. She was given a diagnosis of plantar fasciitis
The Deadlift, once just adored by powerlifters, has become in vogue in the rehab world since physical therapists have begun the benefits of applying the Hip Hinge (our exercise of the month 2 months ago) to improve their patients’ tolerance to load. The Deadlift can be used for much more than just lifting an absurd
Caitlin went to her primary care physician for her annual physical just after celebrating her 60th birthday. When the doctor asked her if she had a family history of osteoporosis, Caitlin recalled her mother tripping, falling, and breaking her hip when she was 68. Her doctor recommended she have a bone density test. Nervous about
“It didn’t seem like a big deal – a minor surgery, they said” Victor was 6 months out from knee surgery, and was still struggling. He followed his therapist’s plan to a ‘T’ but his leg strength and stamina plateaued. Victor hadn’t returned to the long hikes he loved and he’s was nervous for the
So Ross… has now experienced severe sciatica from a disc injury. After bragging in the last blog post about being able to do what he wanted without an increase of symptoms despite a significant herniated disc creating a moderate amount of central canal stenosis, had an interesting week at the end of June. Ross’ MRI
Making music is a joyful experience But pain can drain all that joy right out of you. When we listen to music, it often sounds effortless and depending on the type of music, can evoke an excited or relaxed feeling. Though good musicians make playing look easy, it’s demanding work. The precision and skill needed