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A Simple Hack for Neck (and Sometimes Shoulder) Pain

2/23/2019

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Here is a quick fix for a nagging neck issues.  It can sometimes even help shoulder achiness. 

​Simply turn your head to to the side of pain and use your fist to push your chin further into rotation.  Only hold for a second or two then return to center.  Knock 5-10 of these motions once an hour and then see how your neck feels at the end of the day.

If your neck continues to bother you, reach to us and see how we can help.  Life's too short to have nagging aches and pains...and age isn't a good enough reason!

You can always reach out to me at dominick@sanramonvalleypt.com.
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Are You Stretching Your Calves Correctly?

2/7/2019

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Does this strecth look familiar?  It is a common one to go to for tight calves and ankles, but are you doing it correctly??

PLEASE make sure your foot is not turned out like the picture above.  We see it ALL THE TIME in clinic and we must help fix this epidemic!  Luckily, there is an easy fix to this problem.
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Start with both feet together; toes and heels touching.  This will ensure your foot is aimed forward.
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Next, take a step forward with the foot you are NOT intending to stretch.  The heel of you back foot must be glued to the floor with your back knee locked.  Look down at you back foot and make it is STILL pointing straight.
My hands are against the wall in front of me.  They could also be on a counter or table, acting as additional support.
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We hope this helps in getting the most out of your calf stretch.  If you have any questions, please let us know!

dominick@sanramonvallypt.com

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