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What is corrective exercise training?

Corrective exercise is a technique that fixes imbalances in the body and corrects movement compensations. By utilizing a combination of anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics, corrective exercise training addresses the root cause of imbalances to improve the quality of movement. As a Draper clinic that offers chiropractic services and massage therapy, we apply corrective exercise training to help our clients move and feel better in their everyday life. Based on individual assessment, our therapists can identify the underlying dysfunction to develop a corrective strategy. [caption id="attachment_2193" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Corrective exercise training[/caption] What are the benefits of corrective exercise? Often, issues with balance, posture, and total body coordination lead to muscle pain and joint instability. By determining the root cause and assessing...

Do’s and Don’ts After an Accident 1

Do’s and Don’ts After an Accident

Car accidents can happen to even the best drivers! Unfortunately the aftermath is often complicated, but if you take the right steps in the days following, you can avoid a lot of the frustration. Here are some clear do's and don'ts.

Feet orthotics

What are the pros and cons of orthotics for flat feet?

Flat feet occur when the bottom of your foot touches the ground while you’re standing. While most people are born with flat feet due to genetics, certain situations can lead to flat feet later in life. This condition is referred to as “fallen arches” or “acquired flat foot” and requires a orthotics medical professional to diagnose. [caption id="attachment_1983" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Foot orthotics[/caption]   Aside from genetics, some common causes of flat feet include: Injury Arthritis Pregnancy Obesity Diabetes High blood pressure Aging Can flat feet be treated with inserts? A common misconception about flat feet is that they don’t have any arches, but they do, in fact.. Although minimal, supporting these arches is crucial to preventing pain and injury. Patients...

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Benefits of Orthotics

Orthotics have many benefits whether you choose to purchase a drugstore or custom insert. Custom orthotics are molded to fit your feet, activity levels and body mass perfectly and therefore are the optimal choice.