Category: Exercise Tips

A recent study found that improving workstation posture helps prevent neck pain, and adding exercise is even better. Are you looking to improve your workstation ergonomics?  Check out this infographic. Want the exercises too? See us! 

Source: Johnston et al. Occupational and Environmental Medicine. 2022 Sep 26.

There are many reasons athletes in all sports utilize and benefit from chiropractic care. The top draws are decreased pain, increased function, spatial awareness, muscle activation, and reduced risk of injury. A recent study found that soccer players who use chiropractic care have increased ball/ kick velocity.  Take a look at this infographic to learn more about why the top athletes choose chiropractic to Up their game.

A recent study found that “restless leg symptoms were more common in those with sleep problems than those sleeping normally.”

While there is no cure for restless leg syndrome, you can do several things to help manage your condition, including having proper sleep habits and staying active during waking hours. Check out this infographic for more information!

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Did you know bringing nature into your everyday life can improve your mental and physical health? Being outdoors surrounded by plants and animals has a lot of positive effects on the body, including:

• Improving your mood
• Reducing stress
• Becoming more active

So next time you are planning an activity, think of something outside to make your day a little greener and brighter.

A recent study found that more than one in four manual laborers have tennis elbow. And the risk of developing this problem nearly tripled if someone had a rotator cuff tear on the same side.

If you or someone you know suffers from elbow pain, check out this short explainer video to learn more about the natural solution.

https://www.youtube.com/embed/3mNAbTxLOLQ?rel=0

A recent study has defined the likelihood of a marathoner developing various running-related injuries:

• Achilles tendinopathy
• Shin Splints
• Runner’s Knee
• Plantar fasciitis
• Ankle sprains

Fortunately, the benefits of running still outweigh the risks– And there are things that you can do to lower your chance of injury. Check out this infographic today for more information on proper running form!

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Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com/…/pii/S209525462100045

Recent research has confirmed a link between neck pain and lack of shoulder blade motion. Fortunately, rehab exercises that target the shoulder blade can help! Schedule a call with our clinic today for a treatment plan, customized to your needs. We’re here to help whenever you’re ready.

Source:

https://journals.humankinetics.com/…/article-10.1123…

Patients with lumbar spinal stenosis often report pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness in their back or legs that becomes worse when standing or walking. A recent journal detailed the optimal management of lumbar spinal stenosis. Here were their top recommendations:

• Manual (hands-on) therapy

• Home exercise

• Education, advice, and lifestyle changes

That’s the same recipe we’ve been using to help stenosis patients for quite some time now. If you or someone you know can’t stand or walk as long as desired, call our office to learn more!