Can my butt make my knees feel good? The gluteus maximus is one of the largest and strongest muscles in the body and is used for climbing stairs, sitting erect in a chair, and Kim Kardashian’s fame. However, two other muscles make up your posterior chain that are often overlooked; the gluteus minimus and medius. […]
Sports MedicineCauses and Treatment of Jaw Pain “I never knew PT could help my jaw!” I can’t tell you how many times I have heard that! Most people are not aware that there is a conservative treatment option for head, face, and jaw pain, and it can be as simple as finding a Physical Therapist who […]
TMJWorking Together Leading specialists agree that proper management of patients with Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) requires a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to care. This includes conservative care under the guidance of a trained Physical Therapist. Most people, even Dentists are unaware that trained and certified Temporomandibular Disorder Physical Therapists can treat jaw pain. Dentists and PTs working […]
TMJWhy do I have a Headache? COVID-19, lockdowns, virtual school, working from home, mask-wearing, financial concerns, other personal and emotional stressors…Is it any wonder why we are seeing an increase in the complaints of headaches? Even in younger and healthy populations, the frequency and intensity of headaches are on the rise. Based on CDC statistics, […]
Chronic Pain, TMJYour jaw can hurt for more than one reason. Craniofacial certified therapist Mike Verplancke explains different causes and how a PT can help treat jaw pain.
TMJLearn the best ways to train to stay on the ice! Ex-Collegiate hockey goalie, Mike Verplancke, DPT shares exercises to prevent hockey injuries.
Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine
