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Vestibular Therapy for Vertigo and Dizziness Rehabilitation Mesa
Made famous by a wildly popular film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, vertigo represents one of the most misunderstood medical afflictions. The misconceptions of the medical condition often lead patients of the ailment to put off treatment that should include non-invasive procedures. What is Vertigo? Vertigo is literally experiencing the world spinning around you even when… Continue reading Vestibular Therapy for Vertigo and Dizziness Rehabilitation Mesa
The Golfers Lift
One of the many ways that individuals end up hurting their back is by incorrect technique when bending and lifting objects off the ground. Many people don’t realize that even by bending to pick up small objects off the floor they can put some serious stress on their back. Often times you may also use… Continue reading The Golfers Lift
Back Extension Exercise : Low Back Pain Series
Back Extensions are a fantastic way to help prevent back pain and injury. Not to be confused with the superman exercise which can place too much pressure on your spine and cause injury. Back extensions are an excellent and safe way to increase mobility and improve nutrition to the disc and joints of the lumbar… Continue reading Back Extension Exercise : Low Back Pain Series
Side Step Exercise : Ankle Pain Series
Side Step Exercise: The Side Step Exercise works the hip, quads and calf muscles. This exercise helps with ankle pain by helping strengthen the hips and legs and improving lateral ankle stability. This exercise can be performed at home on a stable flat surface. In a slight squat position, side step in one direction. Once… Continue reading Side Step Exercise : Ankle Pain Series
Towel Scrunches : Ankle Pain Series
Towel Scrunches are a great exercise the works the toes and bottom of your foot. People that have Plantar Fasciitis, can benefit from this exercise in their injury recovery and prevention. The exercise can be performed from a seated position, on a smooth floor surface. Place the towel flat on the floor and place your… Continue reading Towel Scrunches : Ankle Pain Series
Calf Stretch : Ankle Injury Series
The Calf Stretch is a great to exercise to increase mobility in the ankle. It also protects the Achilles tendon from injury. The Calf Stretch can be performed from a standing position by placing your hands on a wall or countertop. Bend one knee while extending the other leg so that it is straight and… Continue reading Calf Stretch : Ankle Injury Series
Ankle Alphabet Exercise: Ankle Pain Series
The Ankle Alphabet Exercise is a great exercise for ankle injury recovery. It helps improve mobility and stability of the ankle.Performing the Ankle Alphabet Exercise can be easily done at home. From a seated position lift one leg so that the foot is off the floor and write the alphabet in the air. Check out… Continue reading Ankle Alphabet Exercise: Ankle Pain Series
Single Leg Balancing : Ankle Pain Series
Single leg balancing is a great exercise that you can do at home that not only helps improve ankle strength, but improves balance which can help protect the ankle. After strain/sprain injuries, balance can be effected. This exercise is easy to set-up in the home. Simply find a flat surface next to a chair or… Continue reading Single Leg Balancing : Ankle Pain Series
Calf Raises: Ankle Pain Series
Calf Raises are a great exercise to increase ankle stability and strength. It is also an easy exercise to do from home. First you need to find a chair or counter top to balance. You can wear either athletic foot wear or perform without shoes. Simply raise your heel off the floor by balancing on… Continue reading Calf Raises: Ankle Pain Series