Behind the Scenes … It’s been a busy summer here at the Bridging® Institute! A lot has been happening behind the scenes to make education more accessible and to share new ways of explaining how Bridging helps you move and feel better. Whether you’re curious for yourself or know a friend who could benefit, here […]
Can Sinus Surgery Affect Your Neck and Shoulders? Welcome to Jenny’s world. Several years ago, she had sinus surgery to repair a deviated septum. The results weren’t quite what she’d hoped, so she went through a second procedure recently. This time, it worked! Her breathing finally improved. But her muscles didn’t get the memo. Her […]
How Should Your Knee Really Move? And Reasons Post-surgery Recovery Often Falls Short It’s an active time of year — but many people are sitting on the sidelines with knee trouble. Whether it’s a strain, ACL or meniscus tear, or even a total knee replacement, recovery can leave you wondering, “Why doesn’t my knee feel […]
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 Can the Shoulders be Impacted By a C-section? How Theresa’s Shoulder Issue Traced Back to Her C-Section Imagine trying to fix a frayed bungee cord. You might reach for glue, thread, or elastic, and a YouTube video to guide carefully weaving it back together. If the fray is in the middle, you’ve got room […]
Migraines and Tight Muscles, Oh My! How Ellie’s C-Section Muscle Tension Was a Missing Link to Her Daily Headaches Ellie originally came to us hoping for help with her daily migraines. She had already worked with headache specialists, tried various medications, and was still taking something almost every day. Her migraines weren’t just annoying — […]
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 […]
Getting back to normal after having your leg cast Tom was frustrated. His leg and lower back hurt in ways he couldn’t explain. He had tried everything—orthopedic specialists, neurologists, pain management, chiropractic care, massage therapy, acupuncture, and physical therapy. Every medical test came back “normal.” At 42, keeping up with his kids, home, work, and […]
Q&A About Your Post-surgical Recovery and Bridging® After surgery, your muscle coordination and micromovements are often disrupted. These disruptions thwart your recovery efforts. The good news is Bridging® offers unique help for a faster and more complete recovery. How? Well, before diving into your questions, let’s review common muscle glitches during and after recovery: Disrupted […]
Ellie’s Surgeries: A Journey Back from Pain So often when you’ve had a surgical procedure you successfully navigate your recovery only to find you’re not quite back to your “old self.” Stiffness, pain, and restricted movement may linger, making it hard to feel truly well. So, what can you do? Unlike massage, rehab exercises, chiropractic […]