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Sciatica is one of the most commonly misunderstood conditions. Despite how often it’s discussed, much of the information out there focuses on masking symptoms rather than addressing the root cause. If...

When it comes to core activation and engagement, there’s a lot of confusion about how much tension should be in your deep abdominal muscles. What are some exercises to strengthen these muscles? Can yo...

Chronic lower back pain can feel like a constant companion, one that’s easy to blame on injury or damage. But what if the pain isn’t telling the whole story? Research suggests chronic pain often isn’t...

Scoliosis, characterized by a sideways curvature of the spine, can cause discomfort and imbalance in the body. Addressing scoliosis involves more than just passive treatments; it's about actively work...

Are you struggling with back pain? It could be from exercise, muscle imbalances, or something we do every day… sitting! Let’s correct your sitting posture.

Sitting is one of the biggest contributo...

Breathing—it’s something we do naturally, moment to moment, yet most of us don’t realize the profound role it can play in relieving chronic lower back pain and building core stability. Through intenti...

Stretching when you experience muscle tightness in your lower back might be harmful for your sciatica, herniated disc, or chronic lower back pain. When it comes to managing back pain, not all exercise...

Relieving chronic lower back pain during exercise can be tricky—push too hard, and the pain worsens; stop entirely, and progress stalls. Knowing how to relieve or reduce pain during exercise starts wi...

Back pain is one of the most common complaints people face, yet the root cause isn’t actually in your back: it’s muscle imbalance. While it’s natural to think of back pain as a structural issue, such ...

Written by Dr. Ryan Peebles, DPT

I’ll start by emphasizing that there’s a BIG difference… and you should know which one you’re doing.

The motivation to stretch may vary from person to person. Your...

Written by Dr. Ryan Peebles, DPT

Step 0 – Believe

Biggest mindset component: You will get better and you must know it to be true. It’s a prerequisite.

Step 1 – Mindset Shift – Adopt a “Whole Body...

Written by Dr. Ryan Peebles, DPT

First, I’ll say that your core is much more than muscles, but before we get weird, let’s talk about your core from an anatomical prospective. Many people tend to th...