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Sports Injuries
Treadmill Turmoil; Stretching and Strengthening Exercises for the Hip Flexors and Extensors
Treadmill VS outdoor running The weather is warming up, but we’re not in the clear yet! By now, training has commenced for anyone who is planning to race this spring season. Have you had to move your workout inside over the winter months? There are many variables that come with running outside. From potholes to…
Weight-lifter’s Shoulder (Distal Clavicular Osteolysis)
Weight-lifter’s shoulder, or Distal Clavicular Osteolysis, is a painful shoulder injury that occurs when the distal end of the Clavicle beings to deteriorate. As the body attempts to heal itself, the surrounding area can become inflamed and fibrosis (scar tissue) can form. Untreated, the condition can cause degeneration of the AC joint. After reviewing the…
Achilles tendonitis
[1] One of the largest and strongest tendons in the body is the Calcaneal tendon, better known as the Achilles tendon. This tendon is responsible for helping you walk to work, run those long runs, and jump with during that HIIT workout. When you stand up on your toes or push off, this is the…
The Importance of SI Joint Function
What is the SI Joint? The sacroiliac joint or SI joint is the joint that connects the sacrum with the pelvis and is located on each side of the lower spine. Ref. 1 The SI joint’s main job is shock absorption. It does this by transferring the forces of the upper body to the lower…
Neck Pain: Where is Your Head Right Now?
Neck pain is one of the most common complaints we see as massage therapists. And in a world where most people spend the majority of their day on a computer, that’s no surprise. In fact, if you’re reading this blog post, you’re on a computer right now. Time for a pop quiz: Where is your…
Shin Splints Or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
Shin splints are a common sports injury, especially amongst beginner runners or those starting a new high impact activity. Maybe you’ve had them at some point: it is a pain in the lower leg, along the inner part of the tibia.In spite of the fact that they are so common, there isn’t a clear histological…
Understanding Hamstring Strains: “POP!”
Hamstring strains, or tears, are a common occurrence in runners and sprinters. There are several contributing factors to hamstring strains and there is a high chance of recurring injury. Strains in the hamstrings are more frequent than in some other muscles for several reasons: muscle imbalance, excessive neural tension (tonus), lack of flexibility, fatigue, and…
Nerve Entrapment: It Gives Me A Tingling Sensation
Have you ever felt that tingly feeling in your hand or down your arm? That pins and needles feeling or even numbness? How about a pain in your forearms or weakness of grip? I have had first hand experience with all of these and many of my clients have as well. We spend a lot…
Piriformis Syndrome: What A Pain In The Butt
A bit of anatomy and physiology: The Piriformis muscle is located beneath the Gluteal muscles in the buttocks. In that same region, the Sciatic nerve passes from the lumbar region of the spine, through the pelvis (beneath the Piriformis) and extends down the back of the legs. If the Piriformis muscle is tight, it creates…
Plantar Fascitiis
Foot facts! Plantar Fasciitis, what is it? Plantar Fasciitis (PF) is a common foot problem that can cause pain in the arch or heel of the foot. The pain is from inflammation of a band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from the heel to the toes. When the tissue becomes…