Exercise and Bariatric Surgery: 10 Steps to Get Started
We all know exercise is good for us. For those who’ve had bariatric surgery, it’s even more important because it helps maintain lean muscle that can be lost...
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Anatomy and Functions of the Pelvic Floor Muscles
Today, I'm going to be talking about the anatomy and the functions of the pelvic floor muscles. In my hands, I am holding a model of the female...
What’s Blood Flow Restriction? New PT Technique Strengthens Muscles with Lighter Loads
After an injury or surgery, patients are often anxious to work on strengthening – so they can get back to normal. But they have to wait because injured...
Functional Dry Needling – How it Can Help Treat Low Back Pain
At CHI Health St. Mary’s we use a multitude of therapy interventions in the treatment of low back pain. In addition to the normal joint mobilization and corrective...