Three exercises for SI Joint Pain The SI joints are the sacroiliac joints are the junction between the pelvis and the lowest part of the spine. That makes them really important. They're the junction between the upper body and the lower body. In every case where we have a client who comes into the clinic with SI joint pain the spine and the hip and pelvic girdle are out of position. These three exercises are designed to put them back. Now before we start a few ground rules first these exercises are not designed to be medical advice; it's always a great idea to consult a medical professional to … [Read more...]
Philosophy Night: Dr Mindy Pelz
Wall Angels, Cat Cow – Exercise
Wall Angels- position yourself standing flat against the wall. 3 positions for this exercise. (1) placing elbows at side while trying to have arms/hands touch wall behind you (making a ‘W’ with your arms). Hold. (2) position arms at 90 degree angle (like a goal post) trying to get arms/ hands flat against wall behind you. Hold. (3) extend arms up over head, trying to flatten arms against wall behind you. Hold. 30 sec. Hold, 3 reps, 2x a day Cat Cow- Start on your hands and knees with your wrists directly under your shoulders, and your knees directly under your hips. Place … [Read more...]
Desk Push, Desk Pull, Corner Stretch – Exercise
Desk Push- Place hands flat on top of the desk (sitting up tall) push your hands down, using desk as resistance. 30 sec. Hold, 3 reps, 2x a day Desk Pull- Place hands flat under the desk (sitting up tall) push your hands up, using desk as resistance. 30 sec. Hold, 3 reps, 2x a day Corner Stretch- Stand with back against corner. Position your hands at 90 degree angle (like goal post). Extend chest to the sky. Hold. Repeat. 30 sec. Hold, 10 reps, 2x a day … [Read more...]
Vagus Nerve Exercises
6 WAYS TO INSTANTLY STIMULATE YOUR VAGUS NERVE TO RELIEVE INFLAMMATION, DEPRESSION, MIGRAINES AND MORE By activating the vagus nerve which works through the parasympathetic nervous system, we can greatly influence inflammation and the immune system. The role of the brain on body inflammation can be profound. If you suffer from digestive complaints, high blood pressure, depression or any inflammatory condition, please read on. Let me explain the possible implications step by step. What is the vagus nerve? First of all, the vagus nerve is the longest nerve in the body which … [Read more...]