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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
“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
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
“I was told that if I strengthen my rotator cuff, I should be fine.” I have been doing the rotator cuff exercises faithfully, but I still keep tweaking my shoulder. It started two months ago, and it’s still painful just reaching back to put on my seat belt. I want to get back to tennis
Steph’s back keeps hurting. She lifts something into the overhead cupboard, and wham, her neck is sore. She twists around to grab something in the back seat of the car and shazam, her lower back is in spasm. Then, she reaches her arm back to put on a coat, and she tweaks her shoulder. Really??
It’s hard to walk by the North Boulder Rec center without seeing people playing pickleball. In the middle of winter, the lights from NBRC allow for pickleball play to continue well beyond when I would reasonably be snuggled up inside. Clearly, this game is addictive. In fact, Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US, with an