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Discs don't slip
You may have been told at some point that you had a slipped disc. This can feel legitimate. That said, discs don’t “slip” . They are...
Tina
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Adductor drop test.
If you are right side dominant ie you put more weight through your right leg, this test will likely be positive. When it comes to tight...
Tina
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Running on an empty tank !
When you are operating under heavy stress and burning the candle at both ends, your body is often able to rally. However, we do so...
Tina
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Emotions !
Emotions can often play a significant role in core dysfunction. The body frequently alters breathing mechanics in compensation for...
Tina
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Dysfunctional musculoskeletal patterns in the body
Dysfunctional musculoskeletal patterns in the body most often have three basic parts to them: a soft-tissue restriction (e.g. fibrosis or...
Tina
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Corrective Exercise
Generally speaking, corrections made using force won't hold as well as those using finesse. Forceful corrections/manipulations don't...
Tina
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Two types of squat;
One is the 'Gym' squat which puts the low back and neck into extension. Extension means tension which leads to activation of the...
Tina
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Contralateral Movement
Your right arm goes with your left leg and vice versa. Why is that? What happens from this patterning? “Coordination and Stability:...
Tina
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Your body is being truly functional in it's dysfunction !
Acknowledge the wisdom in every part of your body... How it adapts and responds even in moments of perceived dysfunction. Your body...
Tina
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Move, Move, Move !!!
Now the better weather is creeping in, it is somewhat more encouraging for us to keep on moving. This is great news because when you stop...
Tina
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