Using the analogy of the jelly doughnut is an easy way to visualize the more complex anatomy of spinal discs. Simply put, the spinal discs are made up of two main parts- the jelly-like disc center called the nucleus pulposus, and the outer most layer called the annulus fibrosis. These two parts help the discs […]
4 Foam Roller Techniques for Low Back Pain Sufferers
4 Foam Roller Techniques For Low Back Pain In this article, I’m going to share with you my favorite 4 foam roller techniques for low back pain. You see, stretching is not enough when it comes down to breaking up a knotted muscle. If you can’t carve out the time to schedule a professional deep tissue sports […]
How To Get Rid of Low Back Pain in Just 90-Seconds
If you want to know how to get rid of low back pain then you need to master the art of self-trigger point massage. Using tennis balls to work out the knots and tight spots in the lower back is a time-honored pass time for many self-massage enthusiasts. Tennis balls easily grip the skin as […]
Fix Your Posture, Fix Your Knee Pain
Next to back and neck pain, knee pain is the most common site of pain and disability in the legs. When knee problems occur and a person loses their full range of pain-free movement and functional strength their quality of life is dramatically affected. Night after night of disturbed sleep leaves most knee pain sufferers […]
5 Solutions to Help Resolve a Crick in the Neck
Sitting hunched over your computer for hours combined with bone-chilling winter weather can make you look like you’re wearing your shoulders as earrings. Taking long flights to visit family or getting stuck in bumper to bumper traffic can easily cause stiff necks, headaches, and knots in your shoulders that just won’t go away. In this blog post, […]
7 Reasons To Start Getting Regular Massage
Some people consider massage to be a luxury, but I believe it is vital to any injury prevention program or personal wellness program. A regular massage routine is essential if you want to experience a positive change in your quality of life with less stress, pain, better sleep and more energy. Below are 7 […]