Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Have you ever had difficulty reaching up to the top shelf or doing an overhead lift? Most people have encountered a shoulder injury or know someone who has dealt with shoulder pain. The shoulder joint is highly susceptible to injury because it
Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist Do you feel sharp pain on the bottom of your heel during the first few steps you take in the morning? Is heel pain limiting progression of your running program? You might be dealing with plantar fasciitis. It is difficult to pronounce, and sometimes even more
Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Running is one of the most common activities that people participate in to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. Running injuries happen regularly and evidence suggests that 40-50% of runners experience an injury on a yearly basis (Fields, 2010). These injuries can
Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada For as much as we know about how the body works, there are still mysteries when it comes to anatomy and body functions. The fascia is one area of functional anatomy that is not well understood and is sometimes overlooked. The fascia
Prolonged sitting can tighten your hip flexors and when you stand it pulls on your lumbar spine. This can cause severe back pain and muscle dysfunction. This hip flexor stretch is prescribed 2-3 times a day with a 30-60 second hold. For more fitness tips and motivation visit our website www.Forever Fit Science.com. Related Video:
Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Running is an activity that can provide many benefits. It improves cardiovascular function, aids in weight control, and can alleviate stress. Runners don’t like to stop their running routine, even if pain or injury develops. Seeking professional help can go a long
Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Anyone who has hurt their shoulder before can understand the difficulty reaching up for the coffee mug in the morning or tucking in their shirt before work. Shoulder pain is a common occurrence because your shoulder joint can move through a wide
Ankle mobility affects the entire kinetic train. Low back pain? Plantar fasciitis? Tight Hamstrings? Ankle mobility could be responsible. Forever Fit Science Trainer and Physical Therapist Ryan Cross demonstrates ankle mobility drills to keep you “in the game.” You Might Like:
Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada The importance of hip strengthening can’t be overstated. In clinic, weakness in the muscles around the hip contributes to pain and injury in many different areas. The hip should be assessed in cases of low back pain, knee pain, and foot pain.
Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Physical changes happen to us as we age; it is a fact of life. For example, most people will develop wrinkles or grey hair. Similarly, degenerative changes or arthritis will also likely develop. These physical changes affect some people worse than others.
Forever Fit Science physical therapist, Ryan Cross, demonstrates a simple rotator cuff exercise. By performing this exercise you can prevent shoulder pain or a rotator cuff tear from happening. You Might Like:
Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist at CBI Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Low back pain is one of the most common ailments that force people to seek medical attention. Over 80% of people will encounter low back pain at some point in their life (Cassidy et al. 1997).
