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Dr. Riley Kulm

Core Exercises – What To Do and What Not To Do

Many patients understand they need to strengthen their core in order to live functional and pain free lives. However, most do not know where to start. In this article I’ll explain which commonly preformed core exercises you should avoid, and give you better options for improving your core strength.

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Dr. Riley Kulm

The Importance of a Morning Routine

One lifestyle intervention perfect for anyone looking to improve their energy levels, increase productivity, and to improve relationships with friends and family members, is an effective morning routine.

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Dr. Riley Kulm

Should I be doing yoga?

Yoga is gaining immense popularity in the US. Many patients ask if they should be practicing yoga regularly. The answer is yes, but only when you learn to understand which movements are healthy for your body and which are not. Always remember that it is YOUR practice and not any one else, making modifications is allowed and expected!

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Dr. Riley Kulm

Treat Yourself Like a Professional Athlete Part 4: Utilize Complementary & Alternative Healthcare.

Elite athletes are utilizing complementary and alternative health care providers more than ever. They understand the key to career longevity is receiving preventative treatments before injuries and sickness occur. Practitioners of complementary and alternative, or ‘conservative’ health care pride themselves on treating the root cause of injury and illness, rather than just treating symptoms. Conservative health care providers aim to use surgery and drugs as a last resort, and only when the athlete has failed to respond to all conservative care treatments.

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Dr. Riley Kulm

How Much Should I Be Stretching?

Do you feel like you are constantly stretching and foam rolling yet are not improving flexibility? Patients regularly ask me how to become more flexible and mobile. They stretch their hips, hamstrings, and lower backs constantly, yet see little improvement in function, range of motion, or pain. For many patients, the issue is not the extensibility of their tissues, it is poor or inadequate stabilization patterns.  

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