by Dr. McLeod Chiropractic | Oct 30, 2025 | exercises
These exercises help prevent pain, improve hand function and protect against overuse injuries. Do the exercises two to three times per week and begin without weights if you are recovering from an injury. Before you begin the exercises here are a few tips: Warm up with...
by Dr. McLeod Chiropractic | Oct 30, 2025 | exercises
The following exercises are to be completed 2-3 times a week on non-consecutive days. Wrist Curls (palm up and down) Sit with your forearm resting on a table or your thigh, with your wrist hanging off the edge. Hold a light weight (1-3lbs – soup can also works)...
by Dr. McLeod Chiropractic | Oct 30, 2025 | exercises
The key with exercises or stretches for frozen shoulder and arthritis is gentle pain free movements. Avoid forceful stretches or high resistance strengthening. Stretch to discomfort, not pain. If there is sharp or deep pain then stop the exercise. Warm up first with a...
by Dr. McLeod Chiropractic | Oct 30, 2025 | exercises
These exercises are to complement shoulder stretches and help stabilize the shoulder joint, reduce pain over time and help improve posture. The following exercises focus on the rotator cuff, scapular stabilizers and postural muscles. These exercises are to use your...
by Dr. McLeod Chiropractic | Oct 30, 2025 | exercises
Neck exercises are important to target key neck muscles that include the sternocleidomastoid, upper trapezius, levator scapulae, and the deep cervical flexors. Strengthening the neck helps improve posture and support spinal alignment. It can also help reduce neck...