During later Achilles Tendon rehabilitation, it is important to stress the tendon more with higher level exercises. Anatomy of the Achilles The Achilles connects the calf muscles (Gastrocnemius and Soleus) to the heel of the foot. It performs plantar flexion of the foot. This is also known as lifting the heels up while standing or […]
The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the human body. Anatomy of the Achilles The Achilles connects the calf muscles (Gastrocnemius and Soleus) to the heel of the foot. It performs plantar flexion of the foot. This is also known as lifting the heels up while standing or pointing your toes while […]
Let’s get a little more real about something: mental health. This month celebrated World Mental Health Day. I am going to be honest with everyone. A few years ago, I was not doing well. I was not loving my job anymore. I tried being present for my family, but it was not working well. After […]
Scoliosis is an abnormal curve in the spine. The spine has natural curves in it to help the reduce impact, but those are front to back. The abnormal scoliosis curves are sideways. Types of Scoliosis Curves There are several types of scoliotic curves, and they are named for the different areas of the spine that […]
In Physical Therapy there are 2 main types of injuries: Acute and Chronic. Types of Injuries Chronic: These injuries usually happen over time and have lasted more than 3 months. Most commonly these occur because of overuse in the area. The pain transpires gradually and becomes more severe over time but does not start out […]
Bridges are a great low impact activity to strengthen the legs . Muscles Worked Bridges mostly work the posterior chain of the body which include the gluteals (Maximus, Medius, and Minimus) and hamstrings. You may even feel the quads working as well. Bridges are also a beginning back extension exercise. When a patient I work […]
Keeping the spine moving is important for full body function. If you have a spine with good mobility, then back pain will occur less often. Arthritis is something everyone will get at some put in their lives, however the pain from it does not have to be limiting. The biggest thing I try to get […]
Combination exercises work multiple body parts at once, usually an upper and lower body exercise. A couple of weeks ago, I did a full body exercises post, you can see that post here. Today’s post is different from that because I am showing 2 separate exercises (one for lower and one for upper body) that […]
Planks are an amazing exercise to strengthen the core muscles in our bodies. Aside from the usual planks there are many variations of planks to work out your body. Benefits of Planks If you are looking for other exercises to improve your core strength, check out this blog post here. See this article here that […]
Full body exercises work many muscle groups in the body at once instead of focusing on one set of muscles. The exercises I have listed are different than when you work do another full body workout. This blog will focus on single exercises that will work multiple muscle groups. Some of the exercises I recommend […]