SIJ arthritis causing pain? Think again, another non-link
By Christina Nowak BSc, MScPT, PhD(c) Low back pain and hip pain are two large contributors to pain and disability as we age. Many doctors prescribe XRays as a first means to investigate what might be going on. Previously, I have done articles related to back pain and knee arthritis that has shown that the […]
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If you have Back Pain, A Bulging Disc sounds Scary
But guess what! A LOT of us have them! Low back pain affects two thirds of adults and lifetime prevalence of low back pain is between 70-85% (1). It is a common complaint I see in my physiotherapy clinic and in the gym. It’s a big reason why people are either afraid to start lifting weights […]
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Friction: “Bone on Bone Arthritis” Doesn’t Tell you the Whole Story about Knee Pain
By Christina Nowak MScPT, CSCS, PhD (s) A common complaint that I hear in the gym is that “I can’t squat because of my knees, I have bone-on-bone arthritis”. As we get older and we use and abuse our bodies, our joints wear down and deteriorate. Over time, the wear causes a degeneration of the […]
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Deadlifts to help REDUCE low back pain
You have all seen the epic gym fails. The deadlifts where people going for PRs look like angry cats on the attack with hugely rounded spines. Deadlifts get a bad rap! They are seen as the number one exercise that causes back pain and so, often times, people just avoid doing them. As a physiotherapist, […]
Read MoreSTF: The Overhead Press
Hey everyone! Today for our STF video, we are looking at pressing overhead. The strict press is a common movement that strength coaches use with the barbell. This exercise however requires pretty good overhead mobility. If you have stiff shoulders, trying a dumbbell variation may be a better fit for you. Check it out! Christina
Read MoreSTF: The Hip Hinge
Hey everyone, Today for our STF video, we look at the hip hinge. The hip hinge is a progression to how we would pick objects up off the floor. It is super important that you master the ability to drive your hips back before you attempt any heavy lifting. Check it out! Christina
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