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…
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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…
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…
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.…
Athletic Running Shoes For Back Problems: Wellness Doctor
Individuals on their feet all day regularly experience back problems and discomfort symptoms. Wearing unstable…
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…
Using A Percussive Massager Correctly: Wellness Doctor Rx
Percussive massage guns have become a standard tool in osteopathy, physical and massage therapy, and chiropractic…
Assessing Hip Flexors With MET Therapy
Introduction
The hips play a crucial role in maintaining stability and mobility in the body. However, incorrect…
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…
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 time, it…
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…
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…
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 actions,…
Invisible Injuries – Auto Accidents: EP Wellness Doctor Rx
Automobile accidents are emotionally and physically traumatic events. After an accident, individuals assume that…
Intercostal Muscle Strain: EP Wellness Doctor Rx
Intercostal muscles are the muscles within the rib cage, commonly called the intercostals, which connect the ribs…
High Hamstring Tendinopathy: EP Wellness Doctor Rx
The hamstring muscles attach, through a tendon called the proximal hamstring tendon, to the ischial tuberosity, the…
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…
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.…
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,…
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…
An Overview Of Hyperextension On The Body (Part 1)
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Introduction
The body is an amazingly complex machine as it…
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, and the…
What is the recommended way to choose a mattress for individuals with back pain?
Back Pain Mattress
When choosing a back pain mattress, one size does not fit all in selecting one for those with spine pain. Several other factors…
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Understanding the Long Thoracic Nerve: Function and Injury
Can understanding the anatomy and function of the long thoracic nerve help individuals make informed healthcare decisions after an…
Exploring the Many Uses of Protein Powder for Optimal Health
Can protein powder be used in different ways to effectively support nutrition goals for individuals who aim to build muscle,…
Start Your Day Right with Bed Pilates Exercises
Can Pilates exercise movements be performed in bed for individuals recovering from illness or injury?
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Managing MET Back Pain: Tips and Strategies
Can individuals experiencing back pain from various factors incorporate MET (muscle energy techniques) to restore mobility?…
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Discover Natural Remedies for Managing Fibromyalgia
Individuals dealing with fibromyalgia can find natural remedies to reduce the pain-like symptoms and provide relief to their bodies?
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When it comes to the immune system in the human body, it is the number one defender in…
Whipped Cream Alternatives: Options for Dairy-Free Delights
For individuals who are looking for a whipped cream substitute for a dairy-free alternative, what are the options to choose from?
Whipped Cream Substitute
Individuals may want to use a whipping cream substitute if they have a dairy…
Keeping Fit: How to Maintain Fitness When Injured
Can modified workouts and/or having a personal trainer design an alternate fitness routine while in injury recovery help injured individuals and athletes maintain fitness?
Maintain Fitness During Injury Recovery
Individuals with…
Exploring the Effectiveness of Temperature Treatment
Is applying ice the best option for individuals who experience an acute back strain injury?
Temperature Treatment
Ice temperature treatment, also known as cryotherapy or cold therapy, is a treatment that uses freezing temperatures to…
Exploring the Vital Nutrients for Optimal Body Function
Individuals don't have to memorize or overthink every vitamin, mineral, or macronutrient. Can having a basic understanding of the role different nutrients play in overall health and daily function help make food decisions easier?…
Obesity Pressure and Herniated Discs
While some disc herniations don't cause symptoms, individuals who are overweight with a herniated disc may experience obesity pressure symptoms such as pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling. Can implementing a physical therapy and weight…
Achieving Better Sleep: Enhancing Posture for Optimal Rest
Can individuals have a full night of sleep by making small changes to their sleep posture to reduce general aches and pains?
Introduction
Many individuals know that after a long, hard day of working or running errands, getting much rest…
Exploring the Benefits of the Potato Diet for Weight Loss
Can the short-term potato diet be a solution for individuals trying to lose weight?
Potato Diet
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to a healthy lifestyle diet. A successful nutrition plan needs to be personalized to the individual.…
How Yoga Can Improve Brain Function and Reduce Stress
Can individuals improve their brain function by incorporating yoga as part of their routine to reduce stress and improve mental health?
Introduction
Many people are impacted by life stressors that can cause overlapping risk profiles in…
Importance of Knee Pain Tests for Diagnosis
Can understanding what knee tests are used help a healthcare provider diagnose the cause of individuals experiencing knee pain?
Knee Pain Tests
A knee examination is the first step in determining the cause of knee pain. Different knee…
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