Due to the COVID crisis the group workshops are not being offered at this time. Dr. Grimmett is continuing to offer these workshops on a one-on-one basis. This corrective exercise class has been much needed. The simple reason being a
Neck Pain, Headaches… Could the Jaw (TMD) be the Problem?
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) of which temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) is included is a problem with the muscles and joints of the jaw. It is common with a prevalence of 40-60% with some studies reporting even higher numbers. Although it is
Part 2, More on the Hip and Gluteal Muscles…
I hope with the last article the connection was made between weak gluteal muscles and common injuries of the hip, knee, and foot. Do have a read of that article if you have not already as this one continues on
The Buttocks, More Than Meets The Eye
Basically, if you have strong gluteal muscles (buttocks) it is rare to have low back pain. Furthermore a strong buttock is fundamental for being able to move quickly in badminton and squash. Foot work and in particular speed that enables
Pillow Talk – How to Use Your Pillow
As for how to use a pillow the goal is simple. Have it positioned so as to comfortably support the body as close to neutral as possible. Back Sleeping For back sleeping the pillow is moulded to make a divot
Pillow Talk. What’s a Good Pillow?
First of all, is a pillow important for a good night’s sleep? I say yes, but not before stressing upon specific physical attributes of the pillow and how to correctly use it. For this blog let’s start with what to
Runner’s Knee, Shin Splints, Plantar Fasciitis… Is there a Link?
The childhood song, “the hip bone is connected to the thigh bone, the thigh bone is connected to the knee bone, the knee bone is connected to…”, holds true for helping to answer this question. Even though the pain location
Walking, an Unsung Hero for Corrective Exercises.
What do Paris, Rome, and Krakow all have in common? There are probably a few right answers to this question but the one that is the topic of this blog is, people walk, and they walk fast and tall. And
To Stretch or Not to Stretch…
It’s rare for a day in clinic not to be asked what a good stretch is for this or that tight muscle. Typically if we have a tight muscle, and I include fascia when referring to muscle, the tendency is