The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the human body - and because of that freedom, it’s also one of the easiest to
irritate. Whether you’re an athlete, a desk worker, or someone who simply wants to keep their body moving well,
understanding how your shoulder works is the first step toward keeping it strong, pain-free, and functional.
In this series, I will be talking about the joints that make up the shoulder complex, the muscles that affect and move the
shoulder, how proper mechanics lead to better function, and some general exercises that I recommend to correct the
most common problems that lead to shoulder pain and/or dysfunction.

Sleep is extremely important – it’s the time when our bodies are able to heal from the trauma and stress we experience every day. Supporting your body during sleep can provide a better environment for that healing to occur. When using correct posture with sleeping keep in mind a few important concepts: Place your joints and muscles in a neutral and PAIN FREE position. Make sure that you are supported in that position and that support is placed closest to your joints first then out toward your extremities.

The most common complaint I hear in the clinic is low back pain. A patient is living a normal life when suddenly they experience sudden onset low back pain. It can be scary, frustrating, and honestly, who has time to be down with back pain?! And it never fails to happen on a Friday night. Your doctor’s office (and most importantly your physical therapist’s office) is closed.