muscles

Middle Back Trigger Points: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

Upper and middle/mid-back pain and/or pain between the shoulder blades is common for individuals who spend long hours sitting or… Read More

June 19, 2023

Body Stiffness: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

Body stiffness is common, especially as the body ages. Stiffness can result from intense work, lack of physical exercise, or… Read More

June 15, 2023

Improve Range of Motion: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Range of motion - ROM measures the movement around a joint or body part. When stretching or moving certain body… Read More

June 7, 2023

Glute Muscle Imbalance: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

The gluteal muscles/glutes comprise the buttocks. They are a powerful muscle group that consists of three muscles. The gluteus maximus,… Read More

June 6, 2023

Athletic Running Shoes For Back Problems: Wellness Doctor

Individuals on their feet all day regularly experience back problems and discomfort symptoms. Wearing unstable shoes that are flat with… Read More

June 1, 2023

Improving Walking Posture: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

For individuals with aches and pains after walking, the first thing to check is posture. How an individual holds their… Read More

May 30, 2023

Using A Percussive Massager Correctly: Wellness Doctor Rx

Percussive massage guns have become a standard tool in osteopathy, physical and massage therapy, and chiropractic care. They provide rapid… Read More

May 22, 2023

Assessing Hip Flexors With MET Therapy

Introduction The hips play a crucial role in maintaining stability and mobility in the body. However, incorrect actions can lead to misalignment… Read More

May 17, 2023

MET Therapy for Adductor & Hamstring Muscle Pain

Introduction The thigh muscles provide mobility and stability to the hips and upper body. They allow for leg extension and flexion while… Read More

May 16, 2023

MET Treatment Of The Postural Muscles

Introduction Many of us are moving around from one location to another. When we are on our feet all the… Read More

May 10, 2023

Engaging The Core: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

The body's core muscles are used for stability, balance, lifting, pushing, pulling, and movement. Engaging the core muscles means bracing… Read More

May 5, 2023

Prehabilitation Sports Injury Prevention: Wellness Doctor Rx

A big part of sports is avoiding and preventing injuries, as injury prevention is far better than rehabilitation and recovery.… Read More

May 1, 2023

Arm Discomfort Symptoms: EP Wellness Functional Medicine Clinic

The function of the arm is to allow for movement of the wrist and hand. Various muscles initiate the arm's… Read More

April 26, 2023

Invisible Injuries – Auto Accidents: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Automobile accidents are emotionally and physically traumatic events. After an accident, individuals assume that they are okay if they don't… Read More

April 20, 2023

Intercostal Muscle Strain: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Intercostal muscles are the muscles within the rib cage, commonly called the intercostals, which connect the ribs and make up… Read More

April 14, 2023

High Hamstring Tendinopathy: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

The hamstring muscles attach, through a tendon called the proximal hamstring tendon, to the ischial tuberosity, the bones used to… Read More

April 12, 2023

Manual Treatment For Postural Muscles Using MET

Introduction When it comes to the body, the lower portion has three compartments of muscles that work together to provide stability and… Read More

April 6, 2023

Cross Training For Runners: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Too much running can lead to burnout and injuries for even the most hard-core runners and running enthusiasts. Cross-training can… Read More

March 23, 2023

Lumbar Strain: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

The lumbar/low back muscles support the upper body's weight and are involved in moving, twisting, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.… Read More

March 20, 2023

Wobble Cushions: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

Wobble cushions are small round inflatable support pillows made of a flexible material that can be used to stand and… Read More

February 28, 2023

An Overview Of Hyperextension On The Body (Part 1)

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/xQDvSioYJco Introduction The body is an amazingly complex machine as it allows the individual to move each section, like the back,… Read More

February 6, 2023

Venous Insufficiency: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

Arteries carry blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The veins transport blood back to the heart,… Read More

February 3, 2023