Dry Needling, Back Pain, and Finding the Root Cause
When it comes to back pain, people often search for a quick fix. Dry needling is one of those treatments that gets a lot of attention — and rightfully so. It can be...
29
Aug
27
Aug
Mastering the McGill Big Three: Progressions, Variations, and Common Pitfalls
The McGill Big Three—bird dog, side plank, and modified curl-up—are cornerstone exercises for core stability and back resilience. But one thing I emphasize with all my clients is this: the right variation, the...
20
Aug
Understanding the McGill Assessment: Building Resilience, Reducing Pain, and Progressing with Purpose
The McGill assessment isn’t about handing out a cookie-cutter list of exercises. Its true purpose is to identify the root cause of pain, understand your unique injury history, and establish a prognosis for...
25
Jul
Inside the Summit: Building Better Clinicians with Dr. Stuart McGill
In Part 2 of my latest sit-down with Dr. Stuart McGill, we move from high-speed sledding and staying active (covered in Part 1) into something that’s arguably even more impactful—how to pass on...
16
Jul
The Comeback Begins: In-Gym Assessment with Shawn Frankl (Part 2)
In Part 2 of my in-depth McGill Method assessment with Shawn Frankl, we continue the process of identifying the root cause of his recurring back pain — this time diving deeper into a...
