Prayer Stretch

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This stretch is great for people that have kyphosis (rounded spine) in their upper thoracic region and is beneficial for yogi’s trying to correct their posture. This move will increase mobility in the thoracic spine as well as stretch the latissimus dorsi muscles; a group of muscles along the posterior lateral part of the trunk,Read More »

Stir the Pot

Stir The Pot

This exercise helps to improve core stability that is essential to transferring power generated in the lower body to the upper body.  The exercise is a spine sparing activity.  Spine Sparing refers to movements and strategies that decrease a load on the spine, which will reduce disc herniations. THE MOVE To start, assume a plankRead More »

Functional Screen Series: Screen One – 6-inch Step-Down

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As chiropractors that specialize in soft tissue treatments, we work with many individuals that have joint and soft-tissue restrictions. Finding spinal subluxations (spinal subluxation is when one or more of the bones of your spine (vertebrae) move out of position and create pressure on, or irritate spinal nerves) and soft tissue adhesions is like findingRead More »

Functional Screen Series: Screen Two – Diaphragmatic Breathing

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This month’s screen involves breathing.  Now before you read any further, go stand in front of the mirror and take a deep breath.  What did you see?  Did your shoulders and elevate and your neck tense up, or did your shoulders and neck stay relaxed?  Did you stomach come in or did it expand outRead More »