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Overactive Upper Traps Correction

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Please remember that stretching, strengthening and other exercises and home care should be used under the supervision of a physician or other qualified healthcare practitioner, such as a Registered Massage Therapist, Chiropractor or Physiotherapist.  It is not advisable to begin any new diet or exercise program without first discussing it with your primary healthcare practitioner.

Upper Body

  • Sternocleidomastoid (SCM)
  • Scalenes
  • Suboccipitals
  • Upper Trapezius
  • Middle & Lower Trapezius
  • Serratus Anterior
  • Serratus Posterior Superior
  • Rhomboids
  • Levator Scapulae
  • Pectoralis Major
  • Supraspinatus
  • Infraspinatus
  • Biceps Brachii
  • Wrist Flexors
  • Wrist Extensors




Trunk

  • Quadratus Lumborum
  • Latissimus Dorsi
  • Erector Spinae - Lumbar
  • Abdomen - Lower
  • Intercostals

Lower Body

  • Quadriceps
  • Hamstrings
  • Piriformis
  • Gluteus Maximus
  • Gluteus Medius
  • ​Tensor Fascia Lata
  • Psoas & Iliacus
  • Iliotibial Band
  • Gastrocnemius & Soleus
  • Tibialis Anterior
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Did you know...

You should always hold a stretch for at least 30 seconds...this will stretch the muscle tissue.  To stretch the connective tissue as well, the stretch should be held for a minimum of 90 seconds.
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Home Care

  • Manual Lymph Drainage:  Self-Treatment for the Abdomen
  • Should I Use Ice or Heat?

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Ergonomics
  • Ergonomic Workspace Planner
Back Pain
  • Core Strengthening for Lower Back Pain
  • Exercises for Disc Herniation
Pregnancy
  • Pelvic Tilts and Raises
Stretching & Strengthening
  • Forearm Stretches for the Workplace  
  • Seated Lower Back Stretch
  • Upper and Mid-Back Sequence  
  • Supraspinatus & Infraspinatus Broom Stretches  
  • Rotator Cuff Series: Long and Short Stick Sequences
  • Forearm, Hand, Wrist and Finger Stretch Sequence
  • Foot and Toes Sequence
  • Short Foot Exercise
  • Plantar Fasciitis Exercises
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Self-Massage
  • Serratus Posterior Superior Muscle
Yoga
  • Sun Salutation
  • Plank Pose
  • Yoga for Weight Loss: 40 minute workout
  • Easy Morning Yoga
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Nerve Gliding
  • Sciatic Nerve
  • Spinal Cord
  • Femoral Nerve
  • Saphenous Nerve
Posture

  • 15 Minute Posture Sequence
  • Forward Head Posture Correction
  • McKenzie Neck Exercise
  • Hyperkyphosis Correction
  • Bruegger's Relief Position
  • Amy Cuddy:  Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are
  • Sit Without Back Pain
  • Neck Exercises Part 1 
  • Neck Exercises Part 2
  • Wall Angel Exercise
  • "Military" or "Straight Neck" Correction Exercise
  • The Benefits of Good Posture
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Thera-Band Flexbar
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Golfer's Elbow
Workouts
  • Golf Workout - Level 1
  • ​Yoga for Weight Loss: 40 minute workout

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