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Ah yes, the paraspinals! If you suffer from low back or mid back pain and tightness, this one’s for you 😉 . What you’ll need: tennis/lacrosse ball or foam roller . Standing: take the ball and put it on whichever side of the paraspinal muscles you’d like (as shown by Dr. Ho). From there, push as much weight on the ball as you’d like, and either roll up and down, side to side, or hold it in place for 15-20 seconds. You should feel the discomfort slowly dissipating. When ready, find a new spot and repeat! . On the floor: if you feel like you’re not getting much out of this stretch and can tolerate being on your back, the floor is a great level up. Repeat everything as you would against the wall, but now you can use either the ball or the foam roller. You may feel an even deeper release!

If you live in the Bay Area, chances are you’ve got tight upper trapezius muscles! . What you’ll need: tennis/lacrosse ball and a corner . Standing: take the ball and wedge it in between your neck and upper trap muscle (as shown by Dr. Shakerpoor). Hinge over and lock it into place on the corner of the doorway or wall. From here (make sure to push into the corner/wall) you can either stay in place, roll around, or hold and move your neck in different ranges of motion. This should feel only slightly uncomfortable, but mostly a nice and deep massage! . On all fours: if you feel like you’re not getting much out of this stretch and can tolerate being on your hands and knees, the floor is a great level up. Repeat everything as you would standing and hinged over, but now on all fours. You will feel an even deeper release! . This stretch is great for anyone who spends long hours behind a desk, people with postural issues (rounded shoulders), and even those who feel like they activate their upper traps before their deltoids (shoulders) when they exercise 🏋🏻‍♀️

Let’s talk about how to stretch the glutes! . What you’ll need: tennis/lacrosse ball and/or foam roller, the floor/the wall . Floor: whichever glute the ball is under, cross that leg over onto the other in a “figure 4” position (as shown by Dr. Ho). If this is too much, you may keep both legs straightened. Foam roller may feel less intense than the ball, but some discomfort is normal! . Wall: if this stretch is uncomfortable on the floor, the wall is a great alternative. You may keep both feet on the ground (as shown in the video), or cross one leg over into the “figure 4 position” for added intensity. . This stretch is great for active individuals, those with a more sedentary lifestyle, prenatal and postpartum, people suffering from sciatica or piriformis syndrome, and really anyone with a 🍑

Ever wonder what it looks like to get your neck adjusted? Cervical spine (or neck) adjustments are great for treating headaches and neck pain. The adjustment itself is a quick and painless force through a joint, sometimes followed by a “pop” or a “crack”, if done manually. The sound is just gas being released from the joint! In some instances, a low or non-force technique is necessary to deliver an adjustment, which is where the Activator tool comes in. The force is delivered, but minus the rotation and pops! Great for patients who are uncomfortable with sounding like Rice Crispies 😝

For the first time in forever, Dr. Walker AND Dr. Ho are working in the office at the same time! ❄️

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas cards! Our patients will be getting our office Christmas cards soon, but not without a tune first. We were planning on editing this video down to the final version, but the blooper reel was too good to cut out 🤣

This Friday is Hat Day in our office. I think we did great 🧢🎩👒

When Marj is away, her chair will play 💨

It’s getting to that time of the year again! Make sure your immune system is functioning to its fullest by incorporating vitamin D in your routine. Note: 5000 IUs is what Dr. Walker consumes. Consult your healthcare provider on what dosage is right for you.

Guess what we just got in the office: That’s right, vitamin D test kits🩸 Dr. Shakerpoor demonstrates what you’ll find in your kit in order to check your levels on your own. As we know, optimal vitamin D levels help protect against Covid 19, amongst having many other benefits. Want to snag one? Let us know!

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We keep hearing about the benefits of vitamin D, due to it helping protect against Covid 19. But what ways can we consume it? Check out this article we found that gives us great examples! Also check out the other added benefits of vitamin D consumption 💊 Have questions? DM us or comment below!