Exercises Articles

Neck Pain – The MOST Important Exercises (Part 2)

Exercises that focus on improving posture, flexibility, strength, and coordination are important for creating a well-rounded cervical rehabilitation program. Our discussion continues this month with stretching and strengthening exercises. STRETCHING Our neck muscles have to hold up our 12-pound (~5.5 kg) head. It’s no wonder why our neck muscles seem

Neck Pain – The MOST Important Exercises (Part 1)

Neck pain can occur for many different reasons, but what can you do about it? That’s the BIG question! As discussed last month, exercise training is an important part of the chiropractic management process. Let’s take a close look at which exercises are MOST important with respect to self-management strategies.

Exercises for Improving Cervical Posture

Is there a “normal” or “best posture” out there? If so, what is it? Posture is largely inherited; however, there are also environmental, social, and other forces that can affect posture. Some say “good posture” is the position that places the least amount of strain on the body. In particular,

Is It Good to Do Push-Ups?

In general, exercise is good for everyone. In fact, exercise seems to benefit EVERY system of the body. It’s one of the BEST ways to relieve stress. So back to the question, should you include push-ups in your exercise program? The short answer is yes…and no! To best answer this

5 Exercises to Fight Forward Head Posture

Poor posture can impair physical function and affect one’s health. It’s very common to see people with a slouched, forward head posture. Some advise us to sit up straight, limit phone use, or hold devices at eye level. But are there any exercises that can help reverse forward head posture?

Hip Stretching & Core Strengthening for Low Back Pain

It’s common for the muscles that attach to the hip and pelvis to be overly active or tight. At the same time, the core muscles are also deconditioned and weak. When it comes to managing low back pain, should patients focus on stretching the hip muscles or strengthening the core?

Two Hip & Core Muscle Exercises for Hip and Low Back Pain

When it comes to the human body, an issue in one area can contribute to problems elsewhere. For example, one study found that 3-in-5 patients with hip impingement also suffer from clinically significant low back pain. They also have increased disability in one location that’s associated with greater disability in

Advantages Of Exercise For Chronic Conditions

If you remember back when you were a kid, exercising was commonplace. You ran, jumped, played sports, did physical education, or jumped rope with your friends. You were active from morning until you slept at night. There are still many people that as they age, continue to push themselves to

Exercises First Thing in the Morning…

Has your chiropractor ever asked, “Did you do your exercises?” How did you respond? 96% of the general population look for excuses that their chiropractor would buy. He or she is not out to humiliate you or make you feel bad about not being the perfect patient. Only about 4%

Running and Low Back Pain

Have you ever noticed every time you go running, you have lower back pain either during or after the run? If so, you may be wondering if you should quit running, find an alternative sport, or simply stop all activity and adopt a sedentary lifestyle. If you love the benefits