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The Critical Art of Recovery for CrossFitters

woman crossfitter putting chalk on her hands

CrossFit is a kind of madness with a method. Those who love this type of training push themselves to the limit. They often ask more of their bodies than they should. A common malady of the Crossfitter is a failure to recover adequately from extreme exertion. With any kind of sustained physical activity, it’s 100% […]

Throwing that speedy little ball is one of the most common causes of injuries in the great American sport of baseball. And no one epitomizes the art of throwing the ball more than the pitcher. So, our exploration of injuries in baseball will focus on this player’s challenges, as we answer the question, “What are […]

This is a post whose time has come. There’s no question that the question in the title is the one I hear most often. It’s closely followed by, “How many times I should I come in for an adjustment?” Well, how many times should you go to the grocery? Go running? Get your haircut? All […]

You’re sitting in your cubicle 8 hours a day, 5 days a week. That’s a conservative estimate. While you’re there, you’re probably craning your head toward the monitor, as you slump in your chair. None of these things is a good thing. Unless you’re diligent about your posture, sitting for long periods without taking breaks […]

A baby born with what is popularly known as a “wry neck” has some unique challenges which can be addressed by the application of tailored chiropractic care. But babies can develop torticollis after birth, also, which can be indicative of another medical issue. Reasonably common, torticollis affects one in every 250 babies. Congenital torticollis (a […]

It’s that time of year. Runners everywhere are itching to get out on the open road after a long winter. But every year, the spring enthusiasm soon turns to iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS, or IT band). Many runners are prone to it and why? Sometimes because they don’t warm up properly before hitting the bricks. […]

Referred to in medical terms as adhesive capsulitis, frozen shoulder causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder, limiting mobility. The condition is generally slow to manifest. Over time, the pain and stiffness become worse. But the good news is that frozen shoulder tends to resolve in 12-18 months. Let’s look at frozen shoulder, what causes […]

woman doing bridge exercise for hip pain

Not all hip pain should prompt recourse to surgery. In many cases, hip pain can be alleviated by strengthening the muscles implicated. Hip pain is often the product of lifestyle choices in need of reform. A sedentary lifestyle, combined with excess weight can produce pain in the hips that limits mobility. It’s not always about […]

If you’ve been injured in a car accident or pursuing a sports passion, physical therapy and rehabilitation are going to be part of your recovery process. The same goes for surgery. You don’t just walk out of the hospital all shiny and new. The journey has just begun. The importance of physical therapy and rehabilitation […]

Many people suffer from shoulder pain, caused by repetitive movement, sports injuries and wear and tear. Sometimes, they’re unaware that certain exercises can help them. Sometimes, they’re afraid to move, thinking it will make the pain worse. What I always tell patients coming to me with shoulder pain is that they can do much to […]