Osteoarthritis vs Osteoporosis; 8 things you need to know to strengthen your bones and joints
When trying to figure out the difference between osteoarthritis vs osteoporosis, they are actually more connected than you think. Osteoarthritis impacts the joints and osteoporosis impacts the bones. One of these conditions can actually contribute and cause the other. The more you know about these conditions, the healthier you can keep both your joints and […]
How to Mix Up Your In Home Walking Exercise to Maximize Arthritis Pain Relief
If you have arthritis, in home walking exercise can be extremely beneficial- but only if you are doing it the right way. There are specific movements that will help you to keep your joints healthy and relieve arthritis pain. The answer is actually NOT forwards walking or marching…Adding variety in your in home walking exercise […]
Is it POSSIBLE to Exercise with Arthritis?! 7 things you need to know before you start
Is it good for your joints to exercise with arthritis? Or should you avoid it so you can “save” your joints? In short, the answer is without exercise, you may not be able to find long lasting pain relief. It is one of the most vital components of treating osteoarthritis naturally. If you are looking […]
How to build strength to kneel down and get back up with knee ARTHRITIS: Top 5 Movements
Yes, it is possible to kneel down and stand back up with knee arthritis! If you prepare your joints in the right way and get them used to kneeling on the floor, it can actually start to become easier while decreasing the associated pain. As a physical therapist, I have helped hundreds of people get […]
Does exercise make osteoarthritis worse? What most don’t tell you- Updated 2023
The answer is no, exercise doesn’t make osteoarthritis worse. It can actually be pain relieving when done right. A common misconception about osteoarthritis is that it is caused by “wear and tear” and thus, people significantly reduce physical activity levels. But, rest may be causing more harm than good. Research has shown that moderate loading […]
3 ways a kettlebell deadlift can bring you arthritis pain relief
One of the best exercises to help you actually find arthritis pain relief is a kettlebell deadlift. As a physical therapist and osteoarthritis specialist who has worked with hundreds of people with osteoarthritis- this exercise can be an incredibly powerful one to master. This is because it helps to challenge muscles that are vital to […]
Hip flexor pain? 3 exercises you need right now for relief
If the muscles in the front of your hip are giving you trouble, you could be dealing with hip flexor pain. The hip flexor muscles are responsible for bringing your knee up towards your chest. There can be many reasons why these muscles become irritated including muscle imbalances causing them to overwork, overuse, compensations due […]
5 simple ways to make sitting cross legged possible again (even with arthritis!)
Sitting cross legged may not be the most comfortable, especially if you have stiff and/or painful joints from arthritis. It may even seem impossible to get into that position again. But, what if I told you that it can be possible to sit cross legged if you regain mobility and reduce joint irritation. As a […]
Lateral hip pain- is it arthritis? What you need to know + 3 ways to find relief!
Lateral hip pain is common, especially in women over 40 due to anatomical changes when compared to men as well as potential muscle imbalances that may be present. Does lateral hip pain mean you have hip arthritis? The short answer is no. But making sure your hips are strong and healthy can help to fend […]
Arthritic Hip Groin Pain? Avoid this one thing and try these 3 movements instead!
Hip groin pain can be a symptom of hip osteoarthritis but isn’t something you just have to live with. There are ways to find relief and reduce the tight muscle feeling in the front of your hip. Strong research points to movement as a primary intervention to help with this type of pain. In this […]
