How to Avoid a Knee ReplacementKeith was initially told the only option to address his knee pain was knee replacement surgery. But instead, he learned how much of his body
From Knee Pain to CrossFit SquatsBy performing exercises that I prescribed to gradually strengthen the inside of her knees, she was able to safely squat with greater amounts
Increase the Spring in Your StepIf you have begun to lose elasticity and feel stiffness setting in, or if you have ever had an injury involving tendons, ligaments, or fasci
Too Busy for Knee PainAndrew bought a Variable Incline Plane, and we began working together via online video sessions. During his first session, I measured his ri
Should You Stop Squatting?When people have knee or hip pain, they are often told that they should stop squatting. I disagree with this advice. Rather than eliminate
Is Yoga Good for My Knees?In a previous post, I explained how activating core muscles is important for people with knee pain. So I prescribed core exercises for Sara
What Do Knee & Back Pain Have in Common?Many studies have shown that people with back pain can’t make their core muscles-- including the transverse abdominal muscle-- work as well
Celebrate Life Without Back PainResearchers found that the strength of core muscle contraction and the ability to quickly activate these muscles were both diminished among
When Hip Stretches Don't Work...Sometimes hip tightness is a sign of an irritated hip joint. If the hip joint is irritated-- like in cases of osteoarthritis-- then stretchi
4 Traits of Successful ClientsPeople with persistent pain feel frustrated by how pain limits them. They want to know where to start and they want to know they are getting
A Stretch for Those Who SitPerforming this exercise may increase flexibility and decrease strain on the hips, back, knees, and ankles. It contributes to efficient move
Take the Stairs or the Elevator? [UPDATED]Walking up and down stairs requires you to use your leg muscles. It also puts pressure on your knees. The inside of your knees are designed