Back Pain Relief (General)

Learn about common back pain relief techniques including: Exercises, Stretches, and Self massage.

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Treatment At Home

By: Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC, Last Updated: October 30, 2018 Leave a Comment

Lumbar spinal stenosis affects more than 200,000 adults in the United States, and is the most common reason for spinal surgery in individuals over the age of 65.

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with lumbar stenosis, you may be looking for ways to treat your symptoms. In this article we’ll discuss some of the most effective ways to relieve your symptoms from the comfort of your own home. [Read more…] about Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Treatment At Home

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC

Licensed chiropractor, DC (Owner of Forme Clinic, Stoney Creek, ON, L8G 1B9)

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie graduated from Brock University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours). She then attended D’Youville College, in Buffalo, New York and obtained her Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree in 2008. After graduating, Dr. McQuilkie practiced in a multi-disciplinary healthcare facility based in Hamilton, Ontario gaining experience treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries.

http://www.formeclinic.ca/

5 Common Causes Of Back Pain (Video)

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: January 30, 2019 Leave a Comment

In this video I talk about some of the common causes of back pain, including things we do in everyday life to get upper back pain and lower back pain. This is by no means an exhaustive list of all the causes, but 5 common ones. Leave a comment below if you found it useful. [Read more…] about 5 Common Causes Of Back Pain (Video)

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

As a long time back sufferer Leon found unique methods to alleviate his pain using natural methods including self massage, exercise/stretching and postural habits. He founded Backintelligence.com to empower others to fix their postures and ease their back pain from home.

How To Get Rid of Muscle Spasms In The Back

By: Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC, Last Updated: October 30, 2018 Leave a Comment

Muscle spasms can occur in any muscle in the body, however, in my practice I usually see patients with muscle spasm in the back, neck, lower legs and feet. While most muscle spasms in the back are harmless and can be effectively treated, some indicate that there’s an underlying issue that needs to be addressed. [Read more…] about How To Get Rid of Muscle Spasms In The Back

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC

Licensed chiropractor, DC (Owner of Forme Clinic, Stoney Creek, ON, L8G 1B9)

http://www.formeclinic.ca/

Latissimus Dorsi Pain Relief – Lats Stretches & Releases

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: October 30, 2018 2 Comments

Latissimus Dorsi or commonly referred to as “Lats” is the biggest muscle of the back and it starts roughly from the pelvis area and runs on both sides of the back, all the way up, and finally attaches into both arm bones (humerus). [Read more…] about Latissimus Dorsi Pain Relief – Lats Stretches & Releases

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

Piriformis Syndrome Treatment At Home (Symptoms, Releases, Stretches)

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES) and Dr. Brandon Smith, DPT, MPH, Last Updated: February 26, 2019 Leave a Comment

What is Piriformis Syndrome?

Have you ever had pain starting deep in your butt and/or hip that travels down your leg?

This can be due to the piriformis muscle compressing on the sciatic nerve, referred to as piriformis syndrome. [Read more…] about Piriformis Syndrome Treatment At Home (Symptoms, Releases, Stretches)

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

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Dr. Brandon Smith, DPT, MPH

Dr. Smith earned his Doctorate In Physical Therapy from the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine and currently practices as a home care therapist in the Tampa Bay area. He uses his eclectic background of working with everyone from those in the ICU to elite athletes to customize care for each one of his patients and progress them toward their personal goals.

Prior to being a Physical Therapist, he earned a masters degree in public health and managed big pharma clinical trials worldwide. He enjoys CrossFit, Animals, and helping people live a pain free and active lifestyle