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 …
The lacrosse ball is my new friend
The lacrosse ball is my new friend Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI Muscular soreness is common after an intense exercise routine, but it can also happen after a relatively easy exercise, especially if the muscles are particularly weak. Along with the soreness comes immobility and tightness. I’ve written about mobility and stretching …
Loosen up that tight shoulder
Loosen up that tight shoulder Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI Recently, I’ve had a spate of patients with shoulder problems ranging from impingement syndromes to labrum tears. Most of the patients had pain with overhead movements and difficulty with performing exercises and lifting in the gym. When I looked at …
When your shoulder problem might not be coming from your shoulder
When your shoulder problem might not be coming from your shoulder Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI This week I’ve had at least 2 patients come in with shoulder problems, specifically having pain with overhead reaching at their end range. They were both active and fairly strong, but had nagging pain …
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What is the Graston Technique?
What is the Graston Technique? Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI I’ve heard it called many things: the knife, the scraper, “the really painful thing that I don’t enjoy”… Usually it’s goes like, “Hey, what’s that metal thingy that you scrape on my leg?” It’s been called many things and cursed by …
The first rib and the shoulder
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 …
