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Why is the biopsychosocial (BPS) model the missing link to long-lasting injury recovery?
The biopsychosocial model (BPS) provides you with a sustainable solution to managing pain and injury. As the name suggest there are three components of the biopsychosocial model: Biological Psychological Social These three components are part of Evercore’s approach to managing pain and injury. If one part is missing, then it becomes more challenging to reduce…
Read MoreHow can you avoid lower back pain when sitting?
Do you feel lower back pain when sitting long hours at the office? Several of my clients have literally burst into tears because they didn’t expect to spend most of their life sitting in front of a computer all day. How are many hours do you sit in one day? Now, add up the hours…
Read MoreSciatica: 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 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…
Read MoreWhat are 5 reasons for plantar fasciitis?
Summary: The pain from plantar fasciitis is often felt on the bottom of the foot with the first few steps in the morning. It affects approximately 2 million Americans each year. In this article, I will briefly describe what plantar fasciitis is, common symptoms of plantar fasciitis, and how to identify five factors that may…
Read More3 signs you may have plantar fasciitis
Summary: Plantar fasciitis is a condition involving pain on the bottom of the foot and heel. Pain is usually felt with the first few steps in the morning and it can be aggravated with activities like walking and running. Recognizing the signs of plantar fasciitis will help you recover faster. In this article, we will…
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