by Dr. Jason Gray | Jan 11, 2017 | Functional Assessment, Lower Back, Our Blog
The Bridge is a great exercise for the glutes, as well as the spinal stabilizers. But it can also serve as a simple (but very effective) assessment tool for lumbo-pelvic-hip (LPH) stability. In this article I’ll discuss how to use the Bridge as a test for LPH...
by Dr. Jason Gray | Dec 21, 2016 | Lower Back, Trunk Exercises
Follow My Rehab Connection on Instagram @MyRehabConnect Acute low back pain is a common presentation in health care clinics. Fortunately, the majority of cases respond well to conservative care. But appropriate early intervention is important to increase the chances...
by Dr. Jason Gray | Dec 12, 2016 | Exercise Progressions, Lower Back, Trunk Exercises
The Side Bridge exercise is one of the most important exercises for lower back rehab. It is part of what Professor McGill, a world authority on spine biomechanics from the University of Waterloo, refers to as the “big three”. A set of three exercises he...
by Dr. Jason Gray | Dec 6, 2016 | Exercise Progressions, Trunk Exercises
The curl up exercise is another staple of lower back rehab. It is part of what Professor McGill, a world authority on spine biomechanics from the University of Waterloo, refers to as the “big three” – a set of three exercises he recommends in the...
by Dr. Jason Gray | Nov 23, 2016 | Mobility, mobility sequence
Hip joint extension is an absolute pre-requisite for safe and efficient movement. This is not negotiable. We need it to achieve proper upright posture, and to walk, run, and climb stairs. But when the hip flexors are tight it restricts the hip and creates...
