Exercise Is More Than Strong Muscles
Exercise is About More Than Strong Muscles; It’s About Balanced Movement
By Dr. Cynthia Horner
Misunderstood Joint and Muscle Problems
Recently a patient came to my office with shoulder pain afte she began an exercise program. She said, “Well doc I guess it’s just old age.” I asked “How old is that shoulder?” She laughed and said “forty-eight”. My reply was, “Your other shoulder is also forty-eight years old and it is working just fine so we know it’s not old age causing your problem”. What is often the problem in muscle and joint pain syndromes is asymmetry, one side of the body is out of balance as compared to the other side. Continue reading
Your Computer Posture Could Be Hurting You
Improving Your Computer Posture
By Dr. Cynthia Horner
I have noticed many more of my wellness patients are experiencing repeated bouts of neck, shoulder and low back pain, from what seems like no apparent cause. The one common denominator among these patients is prolonged computer use, creating what I call computer posture. Continue reading
What Is Your Child’s Posture Telling You?
By Dr. Cynthia Horner
Your Child’s Posture can Tell you a Lot about Their Health.
Children are so elastic they seldom notice any restriction in motion or pain caused by muscles or joints. Unnatural or prolonged posture creates changes in how joints move no matter how old you are. Continue reading
