Feet Strengthening Exercises
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SI Joint Protocol
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...]
Airplane Suggestions
Don’t forget the Ice or Hot Packs: If you have a neck or back pain problem—bring your ice pack or moist hot pack Get Up, Out, and Move when Possible: Try to get out of your seat and move around for five minutes or so every hour. If there is spare space at the back of the aircraft, you could use this to do some gentle moves that stretch your shoulders and upper back, some gentle bends for your lower back and some knee raises for your buttock muscles. If you are stuck in your seat for longer than an hour, there are some stretches you can do while seated – be aware of the person seated next to … [Read more...]
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...]