Migraine and tension headaches commonly have a link with neck, upper back and/or jaw dysfunction. When I say dysfunction this includes tight muscles and fascia. Joint irritation such as restricted range usually occurs with the dysfunction as well. The neck
Poor Breathing/Poor Posture – Aches and Pains
A Stubborn Tennis Elbow Problem?
Let’s just jump right in by saying perhaps this is not just an elbow problem. In diagnosing, I like to approach a problem, usually pain, by asking why is it there. For tennis elbow, aka lateral epicondylitis, the pain is
Corrective Exercise Work Shop – Back to Basics
The weekly workshop really is about ‘the basics’ when referring to posture. It is from a good support base that we move most efficiently from. That is for example, to run well we need great support. A way to look
New – Corrective Exercise Class
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