Stop Doing These 3 Things For Shoulder Pain
Are you currently suffering with, or have suffered shoulder pain before?… It’s one of the greatest mysteries of being 50+: the sudden onset of shoulder pain and stiffness that often creeps up on people with no warning and no explanation. Sometimes it just happens. I’ve had a number of patients come to see me and…
Can You Exercise With A Bad Back?
Let’s talk about if it’s safe to exercises with a bad back… Last week one of my patients came to me with a question, and it’s one that we get asked often: “Is it OK to exercise when my back is hurting? I just got into a routine of going to the gym and working…
The Importance Of Being Kind To Your Knees
As we get older, it seems like the goal of keeping our bodies active, mobile, and pain-free becomes more and more important. But with all of the effort that we put into maintaining this goal, there’s one part that is often overlooked and ignored for far too long. Our Knees… I have noticed that many…
How To Begin Your Fitness Journey
If you’re like me, you’re quickly beginning to feel the pressures that come with the month of January. December Is Gone And Now The Time Has Come To Focus On Those New Year Resolutions And, More Often Than Not, The Goal Is To Get Fit! Every year, I hear my patients talk about how they’ve…
Are People Prone to Injuries Around the Holidays?
Christmas is quickly approaching and soon the office holiday parties and social gatherings will commence. This usually involves lots of drinks, good food, desserts, and running additional errands to prep for out-of-town guests (I mean, have you seen Costco…). With all of these holiday celebrations, it can be tempting to put aside some of the…
Stress Relief During The Holidays
The Holiday season is upon us! It’s the most magical time of the year, but do you ever feel as though it’s difficult to get in the cheerful spirit with all of the tasks that need to get done? Indeed, it’s that time of year where the gifts get giving and the stress levels get…
Can the Weather Lead to Arthritis?
As of last week, we’re starting to get some cooler weather in the mornings and late evenings. Who has experienced someone telling them that when the weather gets colder, their aches get worse? I’ve already started to hear the conversations from patients that they’re experiencing a few aches and pains since the weather changed and…
6 Things to Do in Phoenix Without Back Pain
Phoenix is home to many picturesque places and fun things to do. From amazing and challenging hiking trails, attractions to visit with the kids or grandkids to parks that offer a range of different activities. There’s something for everyone. Living in Phoenix means you can walk and hike through mountain ranges, see beautiful scenery and…