Back Pain Myth Buster
If you are experiencing back pain and you are worried about your back here is a couple of back pain myth that we would like to share with you. Myth 1 Moving will make my back pain worse This is a common mistake that most of my patients are doing after experiencing back […]
5 Steps to improve chronic lower back pain
If you’ve been sidelined by a sore back, you’re not alone. Four out of five people experience back pain at some point, making it the second most common reason for visiting the physical therapist. Although determining the cause of back pain can be complicated, there are many different actions you can take to help improve lower […]
Thoracic Spine Mobility Exercises
In this video I share with you a series of exercises for improving your thoracic spine mobility. Research has been shown reduced thoracic mobility in individuals who spend more than 7 hours/day sitting and active less than150 min/week of physical activity. In addition, Thoracic kyphosis may not be an important contributor to the development of […]
Best exercises for osteoporosis
Osteoporosis weakens bones, making them more susceptible to sudden and unexpected fractures. The disease often progresses without any symptoms or pain, and is not found until bones fracture. You can take steps to prevent this disease, and treatments do exist. Its name comes from Latin for “porous bones.” The inside of a healthy bone has […]
Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis rehabilitation exercises
Spondylolysis is a crack or stress fracture in one of the vertebrae, the small bones that make up the spinal column. The injury most often occurs in children and adolescents who participate in sports that involve repeated stress on the lower back, such as gymnastics, football, and weight lifting. In some cases, the stress fracture […]
sacroiliac joint best self-treatment for pain relieve
Sacroiliac joint syndrome (SIJS) pain arising from the SIJ joint structures and felt over the sacral sulcus and in the region of the posterior iliac spine, often referring to the groin, buttocks, and posterior thigh and less often to the lower limb (Read More). On the other hand, it is believed that SIJ dysfunction generally […]
Does disc bulges heal and how long does it takes?
A herniated lumbar disc is a displacement of intervertebral disc material (nucleus pulposus or annulus fibrosis) beyond the intervertebral disc space. In addition, the highest prevalence is among people aged 30-50 years, with a male to female ratio of 2:1. (Read More) A herniated disk, which can occur in any part of the spine, can […]
L4 L5 – L5 S1 disc bulge best exercise rehabilitation for pain relief
A herniated disc in the spine is a condition during which a nucleus pulposus is displaced from intervertebral space. It is a common cause of back pain. The patient’s who experience pain related to a herniated disc often remember an inciting event that caused their pain. However, a herniated disc is a part of the […]
Sciatica Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is sciatica? Sciatica is a general name given to any pain that is caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body. It runs from the back of the pelvis, through the buttocks, and travels along the back of both legs, ending at your […]
daily stretch routine for a tight lower back
Lower back pain can be a debilitating and painful condition. Fortunately, staying physically active may be the most effective and cost-efficient way to soothe or prevent it. Research shows that doing a combination of strength and aerobic exercises and stretching two to three times a week can help prevent and ease lower-back pain. Here is […]