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Foam rollers have become increasingly popular over the years, but what do they do?
Many believe that it “moves” fascia, but research says this is not the case. This does not mean the tool is without benefits.
Here are some uses for a foam roller that you can implement in your daily routine!
Neuromuscular “release”- Most muscle “tightness” is a result of an excited nervous system causing tension in the muscle due to various reasons. Sustained pressure into the muscle can inhibit this and “release” this tension. Place the roller at a tender point and hold for 60-90 seconds or until you feel a point of release/relaxation.
Postural feedback- Whether standing or on back, placing the roller along the spine can create touch feedback to ensure postural alignment during various mobility and strength exercises.
Platform for dynamic exercises- The roller can be used as a fulcrum, wheel, or base of support to assist with exercises.
It “just feels good”- Rolling the roller may not necessarily mobilize fascia but does feel good which can improve tolerance to motion and assist in restoring function.
Check out a Body Gears near you for more foam roller exercises!
#foamroller #fascia #feelsgood #physicaltherapy #pt #physicaltherapist #healthylifestyle #dailyroutine
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Foam rollers have become increasingly popular over the years, but what do they do? Many believe that it “moves” fascia, but research says this is not the case. This does not mean the tool is without benefits. Here are some uses for a foam roller that you can implement in your daily routine! Neuromuscular “release”- Most muscle “tightness” is a result of an excited nervous system causing tension in the muscle due to various reasons. Sustained pressure into the muscle can inhibit this and “release” this tension. Place the roller at a tender point and hold for 60-90 seconds or until you feel a point of release/relaxation. Postural feedback- Whether standing or on back, placing the roller along the spine can create touch feedback to ensure postural alignment during various mobility and strength exercises. Platform for dynamic exercises- The roller can be used as a fulcrum, wheel, or base of support to assist with exercises. It “just feels good”- Rolling the roller may not necessarily mobilize fascia but does feel good which can improve tolerance to motion and assist in restoring function. Check out a Body Gears near you for more foam roller exercises! #foamroller #fascia #feelsgood #physicaltherapy #pt #physicaltherapist #healthylifestyle #dailyroutine
#Cupping is just one of the advanced #myofascial techniques that we use at Body Gears Physical Therapy. Our #PhysicalTherapist paired cupping with movement for a patient wanting to improve her #exercise routine. Cupping works by using a pump to create pressure that lifts the skin, fascia, and muscular tissue away from the underlying structures, creating better motion and reducing #pain. Occasionally this will leave a non-painful bruise, which is caused by an increase in blood flow and is thought to stimulate #healing. Contact us today to learn if cupping may be helpful for you, too. #physicaltherapy #pt #dpt #spt #patientcare
#Manualtherapy is valuable tool in the #rehabilitation process. An experienced #therapist uses variety of different styles to mobilize tissues, bones, and nerves to both restore motion and modulate pain for improved patient experiences and outcomes. With skilled hands, this method of therapy is nothing short of an art. Manual therapy has been shown in research to provide benefits such as: ✔️Relaxation of “tense” muscles ✔️Pain reduction ✔️Improved motion ✔️Improved circulation ✔️Full body relaxation ✔️Reduction of swelling If rest and general exercises alone are not getting you where you want to be in your #recovery, manual therapy may be the missing piece. Reach out to Body Gears if you’re interested in what manual can do for you! #physicaltherapy #westloopchicago #chicago
One of the many factors that goes into low back pain is the inability to dissociate your hip from the lumbar spine and pelvic complex, and as a result puts large amounts of force through your low back. A hip CAR can help you improve the ability to dissociate your hip from your low back and minimize injury risk. Benefits: ✨Improved motor control ✨Improved strength ✨Improved range of motion Although an effective exercise, it can easily be done inappropriately and create further problems. Click below to connect with one of our experienced physical therapists who will coach you through the proper technique to optimize your performance! https://bodygears.com/request-appointment/
Ask a PT anything with Brooklyn Boulders
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Kit Durban, answers questions from rock climbers at Brooklyn Boulders Climbing Gym.
BKB has kindly provided a promo code for 1 free day pass valid through 9/30/21. Code will be included during the Q&A.
Dr. Durban will also be providing screenings at Brooklyn Boulders Lincoln Park on June 24 from 5:30-7pm.
Is Your Shoulder Pain Actually Coming From Your Neck?
Do you have shoulder pain that isn’t seeming to get better, despite attempts to rest or strengthen it? This may be due to the fact that your problem isn’t your shoulder, but your neck! The cervical spine is home to the nerves that create movement and sensation to your arms and hands. This explains why a “pinched nerve” at the neck can cause the shoulder pain you are experiencing.
A quick way to screen yourself, if unsure, is to move your head to the end of its range of motion in all directions and see if it creates or increases your shoulder pain. If so, it may be your neck.
If you’re still unsure or feel this may be the issue but do not know how to fix it, we can help! This issue is easily fixable, but can be complex. We encourage you to reach out to Body Gears to get you back to doing the things you love without the “shoulder pain”.
Included in this video is an example of the self-screen and two simple exercises to get you started until we meet:
Part 1: Screen
Part 2: Chin tuck - 15 reps of 5 second holds
Part 3: Cervical retraction - 15 reps of 5 second holds
Are your lower back or neck problems actually result of your thoracic spine (mid-back) stiffness? The thoracic spine sits between the neck (cervical) and lower back (lumbar) regions of the spine. It is made of 12 vertebrae and articulates with the rib cage. In a healthy spine, the thoracic region should optimally assist with trunk rotation up to 45 degrees. When this motion is not available, both the cervical and lumbar regions need to compensate by rotating MORE than they’re designed to. This can potentially lead to pain and pathology. Over the next few days, we’ll be sharing three mobility and strength exercises to ensure you have a healthy, fully rotating thoracic spine. Presented by Kyle Blair, manager of our West Loop clinic, the first exercise is a seated thoracic rotation (stretch): 10 reps of 10 seconds each way.
Mother's Day Education - Pelvic Floor Health
Come learn about the physical changes and after-effects of becoming the best title of all ... MOM!!! Woo Hoo!!
Mom-bod chat
Come learn during your lunch or kiddos naps about the body changes a mother goes through
Why Your Pelvic Health Matters
Katrina Carpenter, DPT, Functional Mobilization and #PelvicFloor Specialist, discusses the ins and outs of why pelvic health matters for men and women. #BodyGearsLIVE