Posts by Dr. Marc Robinson, PT, DPT
Sciatica: 3 exercises for sciatic nerve flossing
Struggling with sciatica or pain down your leg? The internet is littered with headlines like, “Fix your sciatica fast!” and “Instant sciatica relief!” There are times in which sciatica can be alleviated quickly; however, one of the best options for long-term sciatica relief without surgery or injections is an exercise-based rehab program from a physical…
Read MoreMeniscus Tears
Why Does Your Hamstring Still Hurt? Preliminary Assessment
Read More5 Exercises to Improve Hip Mobility When Squatting
Sciatica: 3 exercises for sciatic nerve flossing Preliminary Assessment
Read More3 Signs of Plantar Fasciitis
How can you strengthen the external rotators of the shoulder? Preliminary Assessment
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Should You Always Get ACL Surgery? Preliminary Assessment
Read MoreLower back pain – Is your X-ray or MRI doing more harm than good?
Do you have degeneration, arthritis, or disc bulges in your lower back? The results of an X-ray or MRI can be frightening. X-rays and MRIs are meant to provide us with clarity about our diagnosis, but they often instill the belief that our body is fragile and broken resulting in uncertainty about our long-term spine…
Read MoreWhy should you strengthen the external rotators of the shoulder?
Do your shoulders hurt after going to the gym or lifting weights? Strength training can help to reduce the risk of injury, but it can also increase the risk of injury without a proper strength training program. Many shoulder injuries occur due to training too hard too soon. The shoulder needs time to gradually adapt…
Read MoreWhat 3 exercises can you do for plantar fasciitis?
Are you frustrated by a persistent pain on the bottom of your foot? Three years ago, Caroline was sidelined with a crazy foot injury that changed her entire life. She could no longer do any of those activities she loved. In fact, she was unable to do normal daily activities like walking to the grocery…
Read More5 Exercise to Improve Hip Mobility When Squatting
Do your hips feel stiff and tight when squatting? Try these 5 exercises to improve your hip mobility and avoid hip pain when squatting. Squats are one of the best exercises you can do. Bodybuilders squat. Powerlifters squat. Gymnasts squat. Your grandma squats. Everyone should squat to build a strong and resilient body; however, you…
Read MoreMeniscus Tears: How can physical therapy help you avoid knee surgery?
Summary: In many cases, surgery for meniscus tears can be avoided with the right exercise-based rehab program. In this article, I will discuss the benefits of physical therapy for meniscus tears plus 3 categories of physical therapy exercises that can help you avoid knee surgery. Is your knee hurting right now? Nearly everyone…
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