The IT band is a layer of connective tissue that runs from your hip to just below your knee. Believe or not, tight hips can affect the movement as well as function of your knee. Two muscles attach to the IT band at the top, the gluteus maximus and the tensor fascia latae. Stretching the [...]
Congratulations! Your chiropractor feels that you are ready for the next step in your recovery process. Your knee mobility is improving and your function is getting better. Keep it up! These next set of exercises are more challenging but are necessary for you to get your knee back to good health. Please perform these only [...]
This is a great lower back stretch that targets a specific muscle, the quadratus lumborum (QL), between your lower ribs and your hip area. Do this stretch if your chiropractor has recommended it to you. If you have questions, please call (519)-442-7100.
Perform these stretches to open up the front of your hips. These are especially helpful if you sit all day. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact your chiropractor at (519)-442-7100.
These exercises help to stretch the inside of your thighs. They work well for hip, lower back, and knee problems. Always consult with your chiropractor before beginning any exercise or stretching routine. Contact us at (519)-442-7100.
Your glutes are commonly involved in low back pain. These stretches will help to loosen the glute muscles as well as a tiny little muscle called your piriformis. The piriformis is a tiny pear-shaped muscle that the sciatic nerve must pass to get from the glute into the leg. Tightness in this muscle can create [...]
Great job! You have moved on to more challenging exercises for activating your glutes. Your glute muscles are a key component to getting your low back rehabilitated properly. Don’t neglect them! Do these exercises only if they have been recommended by your chiropractor. Please call (519)-442-7100 if there are any questions that you have.
If they are working properly, your glute muscles will take load off of your lower back. Most people with low back pain have improper functioning of these muscles. Getting your glutes to fire properly is a cornerstone of a proper lower back rehab program! Do these exercises if they have been recommended to you by [...]
Congratulations, you have successfully mastered the beginner core activation exercises and your chiropractor feels that you are ready for step 2! These exercises are designed to challenge your core muscles even further and will be a big difference maker with gaining good back health. As always, only do these if your chiropractor has recommended them. [...]
Your core muscles underlie your stomach and lower back. They are the foundation on which everything else moves and pulls from. The importance of a properly working core is important in work, sports, and every day life. Try these if they have recommended to you by your chiropractor. If you have questions, contact our clinic [...]