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09 Tue

3 Misconceptions about low back pain

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3 Misconceptions about Low Back Pain Written By: Dr. Michelle Millner, PT, DPT Low back pain is estimated to affect up 80% of the population at some point during the course of a year. It accounts for more lost work time that any other musculoskeletal condition. When something...

29 Fri

Running with Music

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Running with Music Written By: Dr. Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI The other day I came across an article about the psychological effect of working out with music, and it reminded me of another timely topic: the ideal cadence for runners. I think it can be especially...

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26 Tue

Lower Crossed Syndrome

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Lower Crossed Syndrome Written By: Dr. Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI Sitting. We all do it. But sitting too long can cause problems. One of them is lower crossed syndrome. It’s analogous to the upper crossed syndrome that I mentioned in my previous post. Basically it’s an...

05 Tue

Upper Crossed Syndrome

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Upper Crossed Syndrome Written By: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI Your mother always said, “Sit up straight.” The truth is that she was right. Our technologically advanced society today has relegated us to sitting most of the day, working in poor postures. What results after prolonged static...

12 Tue

How You Can Treat Your Own Low Back Pain

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How You Can Treat Your Own Low Back Pain Written By: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI This is how I think the story goes: Once upon a time, there was a patient in New Zealand (updated 10/23/13) who had back pain, so he went to go see his...

05 Tue

Cutting-edge solutions for back pain?

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Cutting-edge solutions for back pain? Written By: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI Recently, I watched a Dr. Oz show that featured a segment about “Cutting-edge solutions for back pain.” It peaked my interest, I respect Dr. Oz and all his work, but when I saw what constituted...

16 Wed

My Favorite Exercise

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My Favorite Exercise Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI Let me tell you about one of my favorite exercises. First of all, a good exercise should accomplish what it’s supposed to do, get a part of you stronger. Second, it should ideally include multiple joints at...

04 Fri

Pelvic Floor Strengthening

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Pelvic Floor Strengthening written by: Dr. Yuchin Chang PT, DPT, OCS Kegel exercises are well known as strengthening exercises for the pelvic floor muscles, which support the bladder, rectum, and uterus, as well as maintain continence. Several factors such as aging, childbirth (tear, episiotomy), and surgery can weaken...

23 Sun

Gifts for people with back pain

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 30% of American adults currently suffer from back pain, and 80% of adults will experience back pain at some time in their lives. This holiday season, get a gift for that special someone – that “someone” with back...

21 Fri

Minimize Your Pain on Planes

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This holiday season, when you’re travelling to spend time with your family, remember to take care of yourself. We all know there’s not a lot of leg room on planes and that can make for uncomfortable sitting, especially if the flight is over a couple hours long. This...

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