Knee Rotation Exercises

Knee Rotation Exercises

When we think about the knee we conceptualize it as a hinge allowing large ranges of flexion and extension.  But the knee does not behave like a conventional hinge you would find in a door. The knee is actually classified as a modified hinge, and this hinge...
I Hurt But Didn’t Do Anything?

I Hurt But Didn’t Do Anything?

Unfortunately, pain and injury are an inevitable fact of life. In some cases this pain occurs following a traumatic event such as rolling over on an ankle or falling on an outstretched arm. Of course we aren’t happy about these injuries, but at least they make...
Adductor Stretches

Adductor Stretches

  Hip adductor stretches and mobility exercises are a major component of hip and lower back rehab and flexibility programs. Here are a few great options to help target this critical (and very commonly tight) muscle group. Adductor Roller Release Self myofascial...
5 Simple Quad Stretches

5 Simple Quad Stretches

Tight quadriceps are a common finding with knee pain, as well as lower back and pelvic pain. In this brief article I outline five simple exercises that can help improve mobility and flexibility of the quads. Note: If you are a My Rehab Connection subscriber, these...