by Emily Whitaker | Jan 16, 2024 | Low Back
Many individuals experience back pain when standing or walking, a common discomfort often linked to the compression of the spine. Let’s dive into why this happens and how a straightforward exercise, the sink stretch, can help alleviate this pain. Understanding Spinal...
by Emily Whitaker | Jan 9, 2024 | Low Back
Does your back feel weak when bending over or lifting something from the ground? A key to overcoming this is strengthening our core and hips, which provide essential support to our low back. In this article, we’ll explore three effective exercises that target these...
by Tim Nettina | Nov 29, 2023 | Low Back, Pelvic Health
As women, we understand the significance of a strong core in maintaining a life free from pain. Pregnancy, with its profound impact on core strength due to the stretching of the abdominal wall and separation of the pelvis during delivery, underscores this need. This...
by Tim Nettina | Nov 29, 2023 | Low Back
Do you struggle with low back pain when sitting, like at the movies or behind the wheel of your car? If so, you might be dealing with a lumbar disc herniation. Keep reading to learn more about this low back condition and an exercise to find relief. Low Back Pain When...
by Tim Nettina | Nov 27, 2023 | Low Back
If so, the following story may sound all too familiar. Recently, I had a patient, Matt, come into my office — hunched over in pain from spending the weekend bent over in his garden. Whether you’re cleaning the yard or working in the garden, these tasks usually involve...
by Tim Nettina | Nov 27, 2023 | Low Back
Does low back pain make it hard to get up and moving in the morning? Are standing and walking for a period of time a struggle? If so, try this stretch. It’s not only an excellent way to provide relief to your back, but to stretch your shoulders and glutes, too. Low...
