Monthly Archives: May 2012
Knee Strengthener, Hip Extender and Leg Energizer Stretch
Benefits Helps to rehab knee pain Energizes the legs, hips and back after sitting for a long time. This is done by bringing fresh blood flow to lower extremities of the body improving circulation in legs Strengthens knees and legs … Continue reading
Seated Knee to Chest Stretch for Tight Hips and Back – Physiotherapist recommended
Knee to Chest Stretch for Tight hips and back – Physiotherapist Key benefits Stretches the lower back, deep buttocks muscles and chest region if you bring shoulder blades towards each other while doing Aids in bringing awareness to posture Helps … Continue reading
The Keyhole Stretch for Tight Hips and Back – Physiotherapist recommended
The Keyhole Stretch for tight hips and back – Physiotherapist Benefits Stretches the hips for walking Lengthens spine and brings fresh blood flow to lower extremities of the body Increases range of motion and flexibility of hips. Hip flexibility is … Continue reading
The Amazing Doorwell Stretch for Chest, Shoulders and Back – Recommended by our Physiotherapist
Door Well Stretch to offset slouching, computer use and help with shoulder pain Benefits Stretches the upper body, ribs, lungs, shoulders and arms Helps to lengthen shortened pectoral minor muscles which are a key factor in poor posture habits (slouching … Continue reading
Neck Stretch Tension Dissolver
Neck stretch to bring balance and reduce tension in the neck, shoulder and head area – Recommended by our Physiotherapist Benefits Releases tension in the neck, shoulders and head Lengthens muscles in the neck that may have pain referral from … Continue reading
Lower Back Pain Advice and Stretches – Chiropractor Advice
Lower Back Pain Advice Brought to you by Dr. Sandy Sajko Info to consider Lower back pain affects millions of individuals and costs governments billions of dollars annually. Lower back pain can affect your daily activities, your work productivity, and … Continue reading
Golfers Elbow Stretch to Prevent RSI – Chiropractor Advice
Golfers Elbow Stretch to Prevent RSI – Chiropractor Advice Benefits: When you stretch back the hand away from the wrist, it opens up the wrist area which will help carpal issues, and also benefit those who play a lot … Continue reading
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Informative Tips from our Chiropractor
Brought to you by Dr. Sandy Sajko – Chiropractic Sports Specialist Info to consider RSI (repetitive strain injury) occurs frequently from repetitive movements utilizing the same muscle over and over again without any periods of rest These types of injuries … Continue reading
Standing Hip Flexor great for stretching legs and hips after sitting for long periods!
The Standing Hip Flexor – Great after Sitting for long Periods Benefits Helps stretch and lengthen shortened muscles in hips from sitting Stimulates lymph movement and circulation through hips and legs Improves blood flow and lymph movement through hip region. … Continue reading
Physiotherapy Advice on Back Pain and the Relationship to Slouching
Back Pain and the Relationship to Slouching Brought to you by Christina Foch – Certified Physiotherapist Key Causes of Slouching Habit – all the reasons below are usually what creates a slouch habit. See the following reasons and determine … Continue reading