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Mastering Pelvic Floor Exercises: Benefits Beyond the Basics
Your pelvic floor muscles are vital for urination, bowel movements, sexual function, and posture. Learn how to find and strengthen them with Dr. Yvonne Huang. Start by feeling the subtle movement with breathing, then practice the "zipper" method for long-hold Kegels and quick "flicks." Remember to breathe and fully relax between each. Avoid practicing while urinating! Master pelvic floor exercises while lying down, then progress to sitting and standing for optimal results.
Dr. Yvonne Huang
4 days ago4 min read
Muscle Tear? Stop Stretching, Start Healing: Your Recovery Guide
Pulled a hamstring or calf? That sharp pain, swelling, and stiffness are classic signs of a muscle tear. Your natural urge might be to stretch, but pulling on already disrupted muscle fibers can worsen it. Instead, focus on smart recovery! Immediately after injury, ice, compress, and elevate to reduce swelling. Once the initial sensitivity subsides, try gentle massage around the tear and a specific taping technique to support healing. Then, gradually introduce pain-free movem
Dr. Edward Fu
Oct 113 min read
Swelling Got You Down? 3 Smart Ways to Speed Up Injury Recovery
Injured and swollen? The throbbing pain and weakness from fluid buildup can hinder healing. Don't just rest! Optimize recovery with three key tips: frequent, non-painful movement (think of it like a river, keeping fluid flowing), gentle compression/massage towards your heart, and Kinesio Taping for lymphatic drainage. Avoid prolonged bed rest, which stiffens joints and delays healing. Smart movement now helps you recover faster and prepares you for future activity. Heal smart
Dr. Edward Fu
Sep 272 min read
Pickleball Knee Pain? Why It Happens and 4 Smart Moves to Fix It
Pickleball knee pain on the rise? You're not alone! Dr. Justin Lin explains why issues like short courts, quick stops, and weak hips contribute. Learn 4 smart exercises to fix it: hip mobilization for better rotation, isometric hip holds for stability, ankle dorsiflexion for improved mobility, and soleus calf pushes for shock absorption. Stop pain, improve play, and heal smarter!
Dr. Justin C. Lin
Aug 163 min read
The RIGHT Way To Use A Massage Gun: IT Band/Runner's Knee Edition
Massage guns are all the rage in the DIY/at-home health and healing community. In the last year, we've seen tons of companies develop...
Dr. Justin C. Lin
Jun 4, 20214 min read
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