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Ask an Expert: Volume 2
Ask an Expert: Volume 2
Lenae SextonNovember 1, 2021
Ask an Expert: Volume 1
Ask an Expert: Volume 1
Lenae SextonSeptember 1, 2021
What to do when you get an ankle sprain
What to do when you get an ankle sprain
Lenae SextonAugust 1, 2021
Should you stretch if it feels tight?
Should you stretch if it feels tight?
Lenae SextonJuly 1, 2021
PT before surgery: is it necessary?
PT before surgery: is it necessary?
Lenae SextonJune 1, 2021
Men over 40: Got back pain when strength training?
Men over 40: Got back pain when strength training?
Lenae SextonMay 1, 2021
Achilles Strain with Uphill Walking, Hiking and Running
Achilles Strain with Uphill Walking, Hiking and Running
Lenae SextonApril 1, 2021
Could sleep be your missing link?
Could sleep be your missing link?
Lenae SextonMarch 1, 2021
Knock knees (aka knee valgus) – is it really a problem?
Knock knees (aka knee valgus) – is it really a problem?
Lenae SextonFebruary 1, 2021
Why strength training over age 30 is non-negotiable
Why strength training over age 30 is non-negotiable
Lenae SextonJanuary 1, 2021
Warming up: Is it necessary?
Warming up: Is it necessary?
Lenae SextonDecember 1, 2020
What’s with all of the shoulder problems after 50?
What’s with all of the shoulder problems after 50?
Lenae SextonNovember 1, 2020
Do’s and Do Not’s for Tendinitis (and why the term is a misnomer)
Do’s and Do Not’s for Tendinitis (and why the term is a misnomer)
Lenae SextonOctober 1, 2020
Don't Let Your MRI Fool You
Don't Let Your MRI Fool You
Lenae SextonSeptember 1, 2020
Is There Really Such Thing as “Bad Posture?”
Is There Really Such Thing as “Bad Posture?”
Lenae SextonAugust 1, 2020
Attention women over 40: Why your exercise routine may not be working for you
Attention women over 40: Why your exercise routine may not be working for you
Lenae SextonJuly 1, 2020
How to break free from the "I'm just getting old" syndrome
How to break free from the "I'm just getting old" syndrome
Lenae SextonJune 1, 2020
The Lifelong Runner & Jogger: Tips for Your Future Miles
The Lifelong Runner & Jogger: Tips for Your Future Miles
Lenae SextonMay 1, 2020Comment
What happens in the musculoskeletal system during acutely high stress?
What happens in the musculoskeletal system during acutely high stress?
Lenae SextonApril 1, 2020
IT Band Syndrome: What is it?!
IT Band Syndrome: What is it?!
Lenae SextonFebruary 29, 2020Comment
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MYOFASCIAL MONDAY!: The calf/hamstring relationship in the context of the Superficial Back Line (SBL) FORM: The gastrocsoleus (calf) and hamstrings both attach at the back of the knee very intimately. In fact, there is fascia that nearly links the t Ankle problems: What are most physical therapy plans missing? The rest of the body! Our ankles are connected to the rest of the body, so to only look at the biomechanics and tissues locally is incomplete. The ankle is greatly influenced by what is go Want to break free from the "I'm just getting old" syndrome? CHECK OUT MY NEW BLOG (link in bio)! Stop using this excuse or resigning to this outlook...you can feel great for many, many years to come. I've outlined the simple way to go abou Going into a session with a client with a plan is important. What’s more important is understanding the dynamics within that plan so you can adapt to how their body feels that day, their response to the previous session’s work, and how th I had an old client reach out to me this week asking me questions about a loved one’s physical therapy experience. Evidently this individual was having significant increases in symptoms after treatment and the therapist assured him that this wa MYOFASCIAL MONDAY!: The Achilles tendon in the context of the Superficial Back Line (SBL) FORM: This tissue is a continuation from the outer layer of the heel (calcaneus) that the plantar fascia attached to. It’s a darn thick tendon that then Ankle sprain. Plantar fasciitis. Shin splints. Bunions. Ankle impingement. Tendinitis. Osteoarthritis. What do all of these injuries *tend* to have in common?A dysfunctional foot/ankle sling! Let me explain. Muscles don't really work in isolation. The physical therapy journey is almost never linear, particularly if the problem we are treating has been around for awhile. Knowing what to tweak and when is critical. 🔑🔑🔑 . Kairos is a premium mobile physical therapy and movement performance ser Want to break free from the "I'm just getting old" syndrome? CHECK OUT MY NEW BLOG (link in bio)! Stop using this excuse or resigning to this outlook...you can feel great for many, many years to come. I've outlined the simple way to go abou How is YOUR body feeling as you step back into “more normal” lifestyle routines? It’s always better to address an issue when it’s small before it becomes bigger...the most risk-free way to do this is with a physical therapist. Myofascial Monday!: The plantar fascia in the context of the Superficial Back Line (SBL) FORM: It starts from the underside of all five toes PLUS an extra band from abort of the little toe and then comes together into a thick band (called an aponeu "My calves are always tight no matter how much I stretch them!" I hear this A LOT. But what if your calf isn't actually tight? The problem with this symptom is that it doesn't actually tell you much about what is really going on. The p If you challenge your body, it is likely that it will need skilled support along the way. This doesn’t mean you are broken! Injuries are apart of life, having the right support system is key. An experienced physical therapist is a must! . Kairo Want to break free from the "I'm just getting old" syndrome? CHECK OUT MY NEW BLOG (link in bio)! Stop using this excuse or resigning to this outlook...you can feel great for many, many years to come. I've outlined the simple way to go abou Myofascial Monday!: The Superficial Back Line FORM: This line consists of the following...plantar fascia + toe flexor muscles + Achilles tendon + gastrocsoleus muscles + hamstrings muscles + sacrotuberous ligament + thoracolumbar fascia + erector sp 🙏🏼 MYOFASCIAL MONDAY! "Muscle Monday" got a makeover! It's now officially Myofascial Monday! I am always pushing myself to learn and grow more in my practice. This does not only mean I engage in continuing education - this means I actually re
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