Long flights, heavy bags, endless walking … when you travel there are some very real physical skills and stresses to worry about. The Hidden Physical Demands of Travel Whether you’re flying across the country or adventuring overseas, your body will face a host of unique challenges. Are you worried about any of the following? In […]
Is It Just Stress? Or Something Deeper Behind Neck and Shoulder Pain? We often assume a stiff neck or tight shoulders are just the price we pay for busy, stressful lives. Sometimes that’s true … and sometimes, there’s more to the story. Meet Lori: Stressed Shoulders, Busy Life, and a Hidden Clue Lori is a […]
How Your Big Toe Impacts Your Hip & Lower Back If it’s happened to you, the sensation is unforgettable. If you’ve seen it happen, it’s just as shocking. And if you’ve ever thought about doing it to someone out of spite — I hope you reconsidered. What am I talking about? Putting a stick into […]
Her back pain had been a ‘thing’ for years. Yes, she had tried the usual gamut of professionals for help. Daily back pain was just part of life. Mara had seen countless professionals — yet nothing offered lasting relief. Then, at a business event, she heard me discussing the surprising link between C-section surgeries and […]
The theme for this week … Oh, the many ways that medical procedures can get our muscles confused! This week we zero in on the impact of dental procedures to the jaw and neck muscles. When these muscles are tight the ease and your performance of activities can be impacted. Read on … Insight of […]
The theme for this week … Yes, we work with little ones too. They are learning to be active, and being active helps them learn! Crawling is a well-known milestone in infant development, and for some it doesn’t quite come together. Does crawling still matter? Research says yes! Read on … Crawl now so your teen […]
The theme for this week … when freak injuries happen Freak accidents, whether a sports injury, auto accident, or just a random thing, happen. Thankfully, the EMT’s stabilize us, and surgical teams can put us back together. However, your body often needs more to really feel normal again. Read on … Being active side-tracked by […]
The theme for this week … back pain following major surgery Have you had major surgery, not felt like your old self? And especially after a C-section, have you been told that’s what to expect? We find the body is able to recover so much more, it just needs specific help. Read on … How […]
The theme for this week … injuries from hiking Have you been outdoors doing an activity you love and suffered an injury? Hiking is such a wonderful way to enjoy nature and be active. It can also be fraught with danger. Read on … How common are hiking injuries? This 2022 summary from Hikers Daily […]
The theme for this week … head injuries from swimming impact the neck too Have you bumped your head or gotten your head bumped? Although the impact was to the head, your neck sustained stress too. Getting the neck muscles reset is key to helping you move with less pain and better balance after a […]