“No pain no gain” is a common phrase we hear but is it accurate? Not always. And it’s important to know when it’s safe – and not safe – to “push” through your pain. While unpleasant – pain provides us with important information that when understood – can be extremely valuable. But first, what isRead More…
Category: Back Pain
5 Tips to Avoid Back Pain while Gardening
Spring is here in the DMV – which means gardening is on the mind for a lot of you. Gardening has so many health benefits and it’s no surprise so many people fall in love with it… It gets you outdoors in the fresh air, exposes you to vitamin D, it’s meditative, helps to improveRead More…
Your Pain’s Location May Not Be Its Source
Pain is such a confusing topic. And there’s lots of advice out there on what you should and shouldn’t do about it. Should you rest? Should you exercise? Apply heat or ice? Do you see a doctor? Or let it go away on its own? Before you can even think about a solution to yourRead More…
Inversion Tables – Are They Safe for Your Back
I probably get asked this question at least once per week… “What do you think about an inversion table for my back – should I get one?” Inversion tables have become a popular home remedy over the years for people looking to relieve back pain. But are they safe and do they even work? PersonallyRead More…
Ignoring Back Pain Could Ruin Your New Year’s Resolutions
Now that the Holidays are behind us – many people start to shift their focus to New Year’s resolutions. According to statista.com – the three most popular New Year’s goals are: Would you be surprised to know that if you are currently suffering from back pain – and you continue to ignore it – it could significantly impact yourRead More…
The Snow is Here: 5 Tips to Avoid Hurting your Back While Shoveling
It’s not that often that we get 5 + inches of snow in the DMV area, and there is no doubt that at some point you have to shovel that snow. There are some pros — like, it, being a good workout and getting out into the fresh air. But for the most part, thisRead More…
Why Arthritis Feels Worse in Winter – and What You Can Do About It
The cold weather is here and winter is on its way… do you dread this time of year because you just know your arthritis is going to act up? If so – you’re not alone. There’s a very good reason arthritis sufferers love to fly south when the cold weather sets in. But why does this happen?Read More…
5 Tips to Treat Back Pain on your Own and Avoid Surgery
Back pain impacts approximately 31 Million Americans at any given time, and our health care system spends $50 Billion per year on low back pain treatment. It’s the single leading cause of disability keeping people out of work, and it’s the second most common reason for doctor’s visits. Back Pain is a Big Problem inRead More…
Why Strengthening Your Core Could be Hurting Your Back
As you probably already know – we specialize in back pain and core strengthening and stabilization. So why on earth would I be writing to you about how strengthening your core could actually be hurting your back instead of helping?? One of the number one reasons people come to see us is because they wantRead More…
Does your back pain keep coming back?
I get emails from people every single day telling me… They’ve tried “physical therapy” multiple times before but their back pain keeps coming back – what makes us different? Well Jan was in the same boat! Let me share her story with you – as it might help explain why so many people can try regular physical therapy without successRead More…