In this week’s video Zachary Pereira demonstrates an alternative exercise to improve core stability.Core stability means less lower back pain.
Exercise of the Week – Planks for a Strong Core and Healthy Back
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Blogs
A Foam Roller Just Might Change Your Life
If you’ve been to a gym recently, or read a fitness magazine, you’ve probably at least seen or heard of a foam roller. It seems that everyone is using them and talking about them lately, but what do...
Exercise of the Week: Improving Ankle Mobility- Rolling the Calves
Having optimal mobility in the ankles is a key factor in avoiding foot, knee, back, and hip pain during movement. Lack of flexibility in the calf muscles can prevent dorsiflexion in the ankle and...
Exercise of the Week – Hip Hinge for Better Body Mechanics
Learn how to use your hips properly to prevent back injury, and reduce lower back pain.
Unlocking the Shoulder – April 12th
Unlocking the Shoulder: Easy Ways to Assess and Improve Your Shoulder Mobility Wednesday, April 12, 20177:00 PM to 8:30 PMSpecht Physical Therapy271 South Main Street,Providence, RI Looking to...
Ask the PT
“Hi Greg, Thank you for your videos. One question after viewing – I have seen core rotation machines in exercise gyms. Are they bad for your lower back? Thank you very much – Jane” When we walk into...
Mobility 101: Self Assessment and Mobilization Workshop
Wednesday, March 8, 20177:00 PM to 8:30 PM Specht Physical Therapy271 South Main Street, Providence, RI We have all heard the phrase, a body in motion stays in motion. Unfortunately, in our world...
Is Your Smart Phone Killing Your Neck?
In our world today, smartphones are everywhere. Approximately 58% of adults in the US own smartphones, and with many using them for texting, games, and work, what is all this technology doing to our...
Functional Movement Screening Day – February 18th
Along with our ability to rehabilitate injuries, we also have methods to analyze movement patterns in athletes so exercises can be prescribed that enhance performance and reduce the likelihood of...
Exercise of the Week #5 – Thoracic Rotation
Improve your rotational ability of your thoracic spine! Watch Greg Specht demonstrate this week’s exercise.