Plank Progression
The plank exercise is a great exercise to build core strength. By performing this exercise it can help the body be much stronger in many motions. The exercise is very safe for people with low back pain when compared to [...]
Thoracic Mobilization
Thoracic mobilization. The thoracic spine is the upper part of the back where the ribs attach to the spine. The upper back region is difficult to get moving when it is tight. As chiropractors, we see this area giving may [...]
Low Impact Neck Exercises
Neck exercises are important for reaching recovery after a neck injury. There are many different ways to strengthen the neck. The most important thing after an injury is to not overdo it. You can hurt your neck even worse if [...]
Cat Cow Exercise
Cat Cow Exercise (For Spinal Mobility) This exercise is good to help with morning stiffness and general spinal mobility. Video: Cat Cow Exercise Step 1: Arch your back Tuck your belly button in Tuck your chin towards your chest Think Halloween cat! [...]
Core Strengthening Exercises
Core Strengthening Exercises There are many core strengthening exercises! Here at Cascade Chiropractic and Wellness, we have several favorites. We like these exercises best because they are simple and effective. We also want people to remember that the core is made [...]
Neck Exercises
Cervical Posture Roll (Neck Exercises for Stability) The cervical posture roll neck exercises strengthen your deep cervical flexors. This will help stabilize your neck, allow you to hold a good neck posture easier, and help your adjustments last longer. Video: Cervical Posture [...]
ITB Syndrome: What it is and how to treat it.
ITB Syndrome This is a painful condition from connective tissue rubbing against the bones at the outside edge of the knee. ITB syndrome most commonly the pain stays at the knee level, but it can radiate up the outside of the [...]
Back Pain Exercises
Last year the American Chiropractic association focused on decreasing back pain. As participants in this campaign Cascade Chiropractic and Wellness wants to share back pain exercises that can help to decrease pain. There are a variety of things that can help [...]
Bridge Exercise
Bridge exercise is excellent for posterior core stabilization. It will strengthen the gluteal muscles and posterior chain of your core. Bridge exercise will work the buttocks well if performed correctly. The steps gradually become more difficult. You must maintain proper form while [...]
50 Mile Hike 2015
During the 2nd week of August, we closed the office so I could do a 50 mile hike. The hike took 5 days and it turned out to be 52 miles total. We started at Timberline Lodge at Mt. Hood and finished [...]