Hello, Dr. Ryan here, and today we’re diving into knee issues. Knee pain can manifest in various ways, whether it’s through the patella tendon, the joint line on either side, or above the knee near the quad muscles. Each area requires a targeted approach for pain relief and improved functionality. For patella tendon pain, I often use a fascia distortion technique, working on the attachment site to enhance stability. Additionally, addressing the quads with soft tissue work helps alleviate pressure on the kneecap, promoting better movement. Now, when it comes to meniscus issues, traumatic tears and degenerative tears have different considerations. Traumatic tears may need consultation with a physician or orthopedic surgeon. On the other hand, degenerative tears can often be rehabilitated without surgery. Identifying tenderness along the joint line allows us to work on the meniscus, allowing us to work with it to help relieve knee pressure.  Strengthening exercises...Read more

Today, we’re going to discuss running injuries and how hip strength plays a crucial role in preventing them. Recent research shows that strong hips are linked to a reduced risk of running injuries. So, we’ll demonstrate some hip-strengthening exercises that can help not only prevent injuries but also improve your running performance. Let’s start with the glute bridge. You can perform this exercise on a reformer or on the ground at home. Begin by lifting and lowering, targeting your hamstrings and glutes. Next, you can push the carriage in and out if you’re using a reformer, focusing more on your hamstrings. Adjust your foot position and slightly angle your knees out to work your hips differently. Bring your knees in and out to target your hip muscles, which will provide a good burn after a few reps. Now, let’s move on to monster walks. These are fantastic for strengthening your...Read more

Growing up in the 80s and 90s I remember the promise of “low fat” or even “zero fat” plastered on everything from crackers to ice cream (spoiler alert: non-fat ice cream takes the joy right out of any summer day).  Fats were portrayed as the evil soloist in a symphony of nutritious advice. It was the only cause of heart disease, obesity and probably even cancer. Everything wrong with our health in general was traced back to dietary fats. We were cautioned to throw out the whole milk and embrace skim (or as I called it, “cloudy water”), fear eggs (unless we only ate the white parts) and swap out our butter for a yellowish substitute (personally, I could believe it wasn’t butter). Decades later the dietary landscape has shifted, and popular diets recommended for health are now high in fat. So, are fats good for you or bad for...Read more

You may think plantar fasciitis is a serious and untreatable condition. However, as with many injuries affecting the musculoskeletal system, if caught quickly, plantar fasciitis can be effectively treated with chiropractic care.  Chiropractors treat joint and soft tissue dysfunctions using safe, natural solutions that promote the body’s healing process. This allows those suffering from plantar fasciitis to heal and recover faster than they would with more aggressive treatments or needing to rely on pain medication.  If you have plantar fasciitis or are concerned you may have it, read on to learn what you need to know.  This article tells you: What plantar fasciitis is Reasons for plantar fasciitis How to help avoid plantar fasciitis  Chiropractic solutions to treat plantar fasciitis  And more So, let’s get to it… What is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs from the heel of the foot to the...Read more

Kids have energy the rest of us can only dream of and it’s great to see them active and using it! While we want to see them using up that energy as much as possible, watching children run, jump, climb and swing brings a combination of joy and anxiety. Joy for the happy and carefree way in which they are moving their bodies and anxiety for the inevitable falls and injuries that go with such active movement. Whether they are involved in sports or running around a playground it’s important to set a healthy foundation for children so they can stay active as they grow up. In this article we will explore if chiropractic care is safe for kids, how chiropractic care can set a strong foundation for a healthy life and what signs show chiropractic care is needed.  Is chiropractic care safe for kids?  Chiropractic care is safe for...Read more