Poor posture and forward shoulders are almost always linked to a short pec minor muscle. Pec minor stretches are often used in physical therapy to control the anterior or inferior pull of the scapula, which results in forward shoulders. Pectoralis Minor Action The pectoralis minor action is to internally rotate and anteriorly tilt the scapula. […]

One of the most essential components of testing the shoulder or addressing any dysfunction in the neck, upper back, and arms is shoulder flexion. The shoulder complex is the link between the arms and trunk, which means that imprecise motion in the shoulder can have implications in the neck, upper back, and down the arm. […]

At the foundation of all movement is the humble muscle cell. If you remember from biology, there are quite a few steps to a simple muscle contraction, so we’ll do our best to simplify it in this article. There are plenty of resources to explain the sliding filament theory and the makeup of a muscle […]

My Hip Hurts: What Can I Do About It? Pain in the hip is one of the most common complaints of runners, dancers, cyclists, and especially those who have a desk job. Often, hip pain with standing, walking, or running can leave a person limping, especially after prolonged sitting or a long walk. Before we […]

Many of us have experienced pain in the knee while running, jumping, or with stair climbing. Sometimes it happens because of a traumatic injury, but in many cases, the knee pain is gradual and constant. Before starting any exercise routine, make sure to check with your physical therapist or doctor to test the stability of […]