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May 3, 2026
Shoulder Internal Rotation PAILs RAILs
When treating shoulder pain (or when working towards optimizing shoulder health and performance) developing shoulder rotation is arguably the most critical motion that needs to be addressed. When rotation is limited it indicates dysfunction in the deep structures of the shoulder — the glenohumeral ligaments, joint capsule, and the rotator cuff muscles. And this is […]
April 20, 2026
Shoulder External Rotation PAILs RAILs
Restoring proper rotation is the most critical first step when treating shoulder pain. So in this article I will review a Shoulder External Rotation PAILs RAILs exercise that I use in my clinic. Then in a follow-up article I will review how to use and apply these same procedures to target shoulder internal rotation. But […]
March 29, 2026
Scapula Retraction Rehab Progressions
In this article I’m going to review the Scapular Retraction Rehab Progressions that I use to retrain scapular posture and develop strength and endurance. Of course we all know that poor scapular strength and posture is one of the most common things we see in our clinics. Rounded shoulders and a protracted scapula are a […]
March 8, 2026
Gluteus Medius Exercise Progressions
Weakness of the gluteus medius and gluteus minimus muscles is common across a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. These are also one of the more challenging muscle groups to train as muscle compensations are so common with traditional exercises that attempt to target this key area. So in this article I’m going to review 4 […]
September 3, 2024
4 Exercises For The Iliotibial Band (IT Band)
Improving flexibility of the iliotibial band (IT band) is a common goal with latera knee pain. But due to the anatomical connection with the hip, stretching and mobilization of the IT band is often required when treating lower back, sacroiliac (SI), and lateral hip pain as well. But the IT band is a difficult structure […]
December 18, 2023
Exercises For Neck Pain
In this article I’m going to discuss and review a movement and exercise sequence that can be used when dealing with acute neck pain. But to understand why we’re using these exercises, and why we’re prescribing them in this specific way, we need to start with some concepts and understand some key goals we’re trying […]
December 6, 2023
Exercises For Hip Mobility
When dealing with a painful or dysfunctional hip movement and exercise is a critical part of the treatment and recovery process. But we are of course going to need to use and prescribe different exercises for different purposes. For example, we may need to prescribe some exercises to improve flexibility of the hip, or we […]
November 13, 2023
Heel Raise Exercise Progressions
Heel Raise Exercise Progressions Heel raises are really one of the most quintessential exercises for the foot and ankle. From a tissue healing and rehabilitation perspective, it’s a critical exercise for conditions like achilles, tibialis posterior, or even peroneal tendinopathy, as well as with common foot conditions like plantar fasciitis. And really, with any mechanical […]