Complete guide to foot drop

Complete guide to foot drop

by | Mar 28, 2022 | Movement and Rehab

Guide to Foot Drop The peroneal nerve includes a branch of the sciatica nerve that enables movement and supplies sensation to one’s feet, toes, and lower legs. Peroneal neuropathy or common peroneal dysfunction results from nerve damage outside the brain or spinal...
Fix a forward flexed posture

Fix a forward flexed posture

by | Jul 13, 2021 | Movement and Rehab

Do you ever have any “well-meaning” therapist tell you to stand up taller? 😬🤷🏻‍♀️ Well, you would not be alone. This is a pretty common problem that has a few different root causes.  What causes a forward flexed posture?  Weakness Weak hip muscles can...
Can’t lift a stiff leg? Try this.

Can’t lift a stiff leg? Try this.

by | Jul 13, 2021 | Movement and Rehab

Can’t lift a stiff leg? This is a pretty common problem that has a few different root causes. Knowing the root cause is the best way to identify the best exercises. What can make it difficult to lift a stiff leg?  Weakness Weakness in the muscles that flex the...
Spasticity: Does fear make it worse?

Spasticity: Does fear make it worse?

by | Jul 12, 2021 | Movement and Rehab

Fear can be a crazy thing. And in some cases can be the root cause of spasticity. Yup, negative emotions can actually make spasticity worse.  And in this case, I am going to lump situational fear and anxiety together. What I mean is that maybe you are walking really...