Experts suggest that backpacks should not exceed about 10 percent of a child’s body weight. However, students often haul more weight on their shoulders due to the multiple textbooks, school supplies, sports gear, and other essentials they need during the day. Carrying more than their fair share of items might keep them from going […]
Like many sports, golf involves a good amount of physical activity. From walking the course to hauling your bag and driving your club, that can take a lot out of a person. It’s clear why so many golfers are ready to hit the hay after a long day on the course. Now, any athlete can […]
Neck Pain Neck pain is discomfort in any of the structures in the neck. These include the muscles, nerves, bones, and the discs between the bones. When your neck is sore, you may have difficulty moving it, especially turning to one side. Many people describe this as having a stiff neck. If neck pain involves […]
The Functional Movement Screen is a pre-participation screening tool that includes seven different body movements that are analyzed before your exercise therapy treatment plan. The FMS uses objective and validated standards to find a movement baseline for you. The screen results help to provide feedback while in the process of exercise therapy. The results […]
About 45 million Americans suffer from chronic headaches, and from those, 28 million suffer from migraines. Headaches can be a very serious problem, especially when they interrupt your daily life. There are many different types and causes of headaches. The two main types of headaches are: How to Tell Which Type of Headache I Have […]