Whiplash Facts
No he’s not head banging. This same movement is what causes whiplash. Whiplash is a common injury to the neck most commonly seen with rear end collisions. During a car accident, the head is violently forced forward and backwards and it may cause injuries to muscles, ligaments, and discs in the neck. Read the infographic…
Do back braces really work?
If you’ve injured your lower back, you’ve probably been told to wear a back brace. Initially this may help to support your aching low back, but many people overuse back braces and it can actually be causing more damage than you think. You shouldn’t wear a back for more than 30 days. If you wear…
Protect your back when moving heavy things
In this video I discuss why 20% of people injure their low backs. This happens when people pull instead of pushing heavy weight. Pushing heavy weight keeps your low back straight, uses your body weight and legs to move the object. When you pull, your low back is at risk of bending which can strain…
