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Understanding Frozen Shoulder: Expert-Approved Exercises to Regain Mobility
Has a medical professional diagnosed you with a frozen shoulder? Did they tell you to do that exercise where you dangle a weight and...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Feb 23, 20243 min read


The RIGHT WAY To Use A Massage Gun: Neck Pain
Massage guns are everywhere, but most people are using them wrong—turning a great healing tool into an expensive hammer! In this guide, Dr. Justin Lin breaks down the science behind percussive therapy and the Gate Control Theory of pain. Discover how to use a massage gun for neck pain effectively by learning which muscles to release versus activate, exact directions to move, and which specific muscle groups to target for lasting relief.

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Feb 2, 20243 min read


Physical Therapy Tips To Combat Heartburn And Acid Reflux
We've all been out to dinner and eaten something we shouldn't have and regretted it later. Maybe it was that spicy curry or that greasy...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Jun 27, 20222 min read


Don't Do These Yoga Poses Because They're Probably Hurting You
Yoga is so popular these days and understandably so. It has so many benefits for both the body and mind. What's great about yoga is that...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Jun 13, 20222 min read


The Figure Four Stretch Is Hurting You! Do This Instead...
On today's episode of "this common activity is actually hurting you," we will be unpacking the figure four stretch! You may have done...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
May 16, 20223 min read


This Exercise Can Alleviate Hip Bursitis Pain In 10 Minutes Or Less
A few weeks ago I shared a blog and video ranting about the "hip bursitis" diagnosis. It's a term that, in my opinion, is thrown around...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Apr 25, 20222 min read


This One Exercise Can Alleviate Your Whiplash Pain Symptoms! Here's How...
Whiplash is some of our most popular content on both our Youtube channel and blog. It seems like it's something that so many people...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Apr 11, 20222 min read


Increase Your Knee Range Of Motion With ONE EXERCISE
There are many different ailments that can limit the range of motion in the knee. But the major one is probably an ACL...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Feb 28, 20222 min read


What is whiplash and what should you do about it?
What comes to mind when you read about whiplash? Perhaps aching muscles and a cumbersome neck brace come to mind? Whiplash has been a...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Feb 4, 20222 min read


What's Causing Your Shin Splints? Physical Therapist Answers
We're at that time of the year when working out is oh so popular due to New Year's resolutions. The gyms are packed and it's hard to get...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Jan 28, 20222 min read


Do You Have A Shoulder Impingement? And What Should You Do About It?
Shoulder pain has been subjectively rated as one of the worst pains to experience. You may know shoulder pain is an uncomfortable...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Jan 21, 20223 min read


How To Do A Perfect Pushup...Explained By A Physical Therapist
Ok, so the title of this blog is a tad clickbaity. But it's really more about how to do the SAFEST push-up. Now that doesn't mean you...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Jan 7, 20222 min read


2021's Best Ab Workout In 5 Minutes - Only THREE Exercises
2021 has come and nearly gone but I wanted to share with you something I've spent the greater part of a year trying to conjure up. It's...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Dec 24, 20212 min read


The RIGHT Way To Use A Massage Gun: Carpal Tunnel
Don't let an expensive massage gun become a useless hammer! In this post, Dr. Justin Lin breaks down the Gate Control Theory and reveals how to properly use a massage gun for carpal tunnel relief. Learn how to test upper extremity nerve tension, which chest, arm, and forearm muscles to inhibit versus facilitate, and why avoiding sensitive nerve heads near the wrist is crucial for long-term healing instead of temporary relief.

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Dec 17, 20213 min read


The RIGHT Way To Use A Massage Gun: Sciatica
Struggling with shooting leg pain or tight hips? Learn how to properly use a massage gun for sciatica relief with Dr. Justin Lin. Instead of making nerves angry by blasting them directly, discover how correcting anterior pelvic tilt can take pressure off your sciatic nerve. Learn how to perform the slump test, which leg and core muscles to inhibit versus facilitate, and how to safely progress your massage gun heads for lasting alignment and relief.

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Dec 10, 20214 min read


How To Get The Proper Foot Strike When Walking... Physical Therapist Explains Foot Mechanics
If you're familiar with our Youtube channel, you may know that our most popular video (with almost THREE MILLION views) is our video on...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Nov 19, 20213 min read


Top 2 Exercises To Prevent And Treat Ankle Sprains
In the grand scheme of injuries, a sprained ankle doesn't seem like it would be something of significant consequence. Every now and again...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Oct 29, 20213 min read


Why Do Your Knees Buckle And How Do You Stop It?
I recently had a patient ask me about why her knee keeps collapsing when walking and descending steps. This is actually a lot more common...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Oct 15, 20212 min read


You're Probably Using the Elliptical and Treadmill Wrong...
Being a physical therapist that was also at one time a physical trainer has its blessings and curses. On the bright side, I feel like I...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Sep 24, 20213 min read


Combat SLOUCHING Posture with These 4 Exercises
Continuing with our month of posture awareness, this week's topic is SLOUCHING. Now that everyone is back from vacation, we are finding...

Dr. Justin C. Lin
Aug 27, 20213 min read
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