I’ve been a physical therapist for 20 years, a Pilates instructor for 11, and have been specializing in back pain for the past 10 years of my career. When it comes to core strength and preventing back pain, I am an expert in my field. Yet for some reason this morning, during my Pilates workout, I just couldn’t feel my abs. I teach people how to do this every...
Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) started to take off in the 1990’s. It has since become far more common for spinal conditions. Some being degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, spinal infections, spondylolisthesis, compression fractures, and spinal tumors. Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery is a far better alternative to open-spine surgery. You can expect less anesthesia and less blood loss during surgery. Along with a reduced risk...
Shoulder pain is quite normal after any vaccine. But prolonged shoulder pain isn’t. Shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (otherwise known as “SIRVA”) is a rare, but possible occurrence when you get a vaccine or booster shot. Shoulder injections should enter the deltoid muscle. But SIRVA occurs when a healthcare professional administers the vaccine too high, or too deep into your shoulder. When not properly administered, your next...
Hiking is a popular way to stay active during the summer months – but it can also wreak havoc on your knees. Personally, I love to hike. My pup (Bodie) and I are currently in the process of conquering the 48 4K footers of the White Mountains – and the very last thing I want is for knee pain to get in the way of that journey. The...
Now that summer is here – it’s flip flop and sandal season for many. Unfortunately, this also typically results in a rise in foot pain and plantar fasciitis cases. One of my readers recently wrote to me and asked about this. Here’s what Jennifer wanted to know: “Now that I’m wearing flip flops again, I noticed that my plantar fasciitis is acting up. Is there anything I can...
I recently polled my readers regarding their most important concerns when it comes to their musculoskeletal health. In other words, what questions were they desperately seeking answers for related to back, neck, knee, hip, shoulder, or ankle pain? Here is a great question I received from John: “I’m getting Physical Therapy for lower back pain and sciatica that is said to be from my piriformis. My PT treatment...
Nagging pain in your shoulder can be extremely annoying. But when it starts to interfere with things you love to do – you can’t help but wonder – Will a Cortisone Shot Help Your Nagging Shoulder Pain? When you’ve got dull, nagging shoulder pain that just won’t go away, cortisone shots suddenly seem very attractive. They’re quick, easy, and seemingly harmless – right? Not so fast. Just because...
Tech neck – also known as text neck – is a commonly used term to describe neck pain that results from overuse of various electronic devices. If you’re looking down at your cell phone or iPad too much, or sitting in front of your computer too long – and you feel pain in your neck – you are likely suffering from tech neck. So what’s the big deal?...
Statistics show that shoulder pain impacts approximately 15.4% of men and 24.9% of women. The prevalence of shoulder pain also tends to increase and become more severe as we age, especially for folks in their 50’s. There are many reasons why we get shoulder pain. It’s the most mobile joint in your body, making it more susceptible to injury. But why – for some – does it seem...
FREE Masterclass for Neck & Shoulder Pain Sufferers! Tired of nagging neck and shoulder pain keeping you from things you love? Pickle ball and Tennis players I’m talking to you… Learn NATURAL ways to get rid of your pain so you don’t have to realy on pills, procedures, or surgery. Join us LIVE on Zoom – Tue June 21st – from 6-7p Presented by Dr. Carrie Jose –...
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