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October 28, 2009
A very interesting paper was published in European Spine Journal this month entitled Altered Breathing Patterns in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients.
The research proved that patients with chronic low back pain often experience altered breathing patterns while performing movements involving the core muscles. This is relevant for anyone who moves and has low back pain! [...]
August 18, 2009
What do these three objects have in common? They can all be used for self myofascial release!
Foam rollers are becoming very popular among athletes. They are used to help maintain healthy tissue between ART, Graston or other myofascial treatments.
I am constantly educating my patients on ways to keep themselves healthy outside of the clinic. Rolling [...]
August 13, 2009
One of my recent articles is featured in the new Squamish Climbing Magazine (on page 30). In this article, I discuss the importance of our scapular stabilizers in both shoulder injury prevention and rehabilitation. If you are a climber, a surfer, a tennis player, landscaper, or a parent lifting a child all day long, this [...]
March 28, 2009
My most recent publication is now available in stores AND online! Check out my article titled “Don’t Do The Twist” on ankle injuries in Canadian Running magazine. If you are an athlete of any sort, this article will be helpful for you, especially if you trail run or play lateral movement sports such as tennis [...]
December 3, 2008
I am featured in this month’s leading Canadian climbing magazine, Gripped. My article is on finger pulley injuries. I discuss the anatomy and biomechanics of the finger as well as details on diagnosis, recovery, things you can do to speed the healing process, taping strategies, and even prevention tactics. If you or someone in your [...]