Stretching is the part of our workout regimen many of us tend to skip. We might say it is because of lack of time, impatience or a feeling that stretching is “pointless.” However it is important that our joints are able to move in various directions with a certain degree of freedom. As our bodies…
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The Best Stretch For Tennis Elbow
One of the more common injuries that we treat in my chiropractic office in Springfield, VA is tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfers elbow (medial epicondylitis). In both of these cases the muscles in the forearm that attach at the elbow become extremely tight from repetitive motions such as typing on a computer all…
The Most Effective Stretching Tool – Chiropractor in Springfield, VA
In my previous posts, I have discussed the most effective lower back exercises and stretches that I utilize in my Springfield Chiropractic office. Today I am going to talk about the most effective stretching tool ever invented. It’s called a foam roller and it’s one of the most simplest and cheapest stretching aids you can…
The Most Common Cause of Lower Back Pain Part 2 – Chiropractor in Springfield, VA
This is a follow up on my last post in regards to the most common cause of lower back pain. Previously I discussed the three exercises to strengthen your posterior chain. Today I am going to talk about the stretch that everyone needs to do in order to loosen up their quadriceps (hip flexor). The…
5 Stretches to Relieve Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
One of the conditions that we treat at my chiropractic office in Springfield, VA is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Here are five stretches to relieve carpal tunnel syndrome. 1. Circles: This exercise will strengthen the wrist & forearm muscles, increase the wrist’s range of movement/flexibility, and decreases wrist pain. This can be done multiple times a…