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...
22
Aug
Matthew Stafford’s Back Injury: What It Means for the Rams and Beyond
Reports out of Rams training camp have centered on quarterback Matthew Stafford and a lingering back issue. Depending on which camp you listen to, he’s dealing with anything from a blown disc to...
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...
15
Aug
Inside the Mind of a Spine Master: My Candid Conversation with Dr. Stuart McGill
What happens when you sit down with one of the most respected spine experts in the world — and a man who quite literally helped rebuild you from the ground up — and...
