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Tag Archives: mobility

Do the T-Spine Smash

Published March 10, 2015 by Better With Physical Therapy

Do the T-Spine Smash Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI     If you’re a desk jockey, then chances are that this self mobilization technique is for you.  This is a standard tool in my treatment arsenal when addressing shoulder range of motion or postural issues, especially for people who spend most of their day …

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Re-thinking foam rolling

Published January 13, 2015 by Better With Physical Therapy

Re-thinking foam rolling Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI     Two years ago, I wrote about how the foam roller is your friend.  They’re ubiquitous at fitness centers, gyms, and physiotherapy clinics.  I’ve advised my patients to use them as well.  But I’ve come across some new information that may make you rethink the …

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More on stability and mobility

Published December 5, 2013 by Better With Physical Therapy

More on stability and mobility Written by:  Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI   Allow me to go on a tangent here, talking more about stability and mobility. You’ve probably read about the core and stability/mobility thoughts here before.  Today, I’m going to take it back to something that I learned way back when …

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Revisit the squat: correct foot position

Published October 31, 2013 by Better With Physical Therapy

Revisit the squat: correct foot position Written by:  Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI In a previous post, I talked about the squat and how it’s a functional exercise and important for the whole body.  Today, I’m going to zero in on where your feet should be when you squat. During the squat, where …

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Hip Impingement Syndrome

Published October 24, 2013 by Better With Physical Therapy

Hip Impingement Syndrome Written by:  Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI   Let me tell you about hip impingement syndrome, also known as FAI: Femoral Acetabular Syndrome.  It’s a disorder of the hip that results in pain and a decrease in range of motion of the hip joint.  It can be linked to childhood …

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The first rib and the shoulder

Published October 22, 2013 by Better With Physical Therapy

The first rib and the shoulder Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI   Let me tell you a story.  I had this patient come see me the other day, complaining of shoulder pain when he was reaching overhead.  He went to the gym regularly, lifted weights, did cardio, but when he did …

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The roller is your friend

Published October 17, 2013 by Better With Physical Therapy

The roller is your friend Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI   Stretching is important.  I’ve written about it before. The other thing that works really well with stretching is the roller.  You’ve probably seen them in gyms, they’re usually black or white and made of foam.  Most of the time, people …

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Show me your squat

Published September 3, 2013 by Better With Physical Therapy

Show me your squat Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI   The other day, a patient came in to see me, she played tennis and golf and was having some knee pain.  I said, “Let me see you squat.”  She proceeded to show me her squat: back straight, head up, she bends …

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Will a golf movement screen change my swing?

Published August 22, 2013 by Better With Physical Therapy

Will a golf movement screen change my swing? Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI Many times, patients have asked me with fear in their eyes, “Will the golf screen affect my swing?”  My answer is, “YES, it will.”  But the main problem in some golfers is that they become comfortable with their …

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The benefits of stretching

Published August 15, 2013 by Better With Physical Therapy

The benefits of stretching Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI Most people engaged in their own fitness programs at the gym generally aren’t fond of stretching.  They view it as either boring or time consuming.  Big mistake.  Lack of flexibility can result in an increased risk of developing tendonitis, bursitis, or even …

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