Engaging Muscles Newsletter by Rick Merriam

Engaging Muscles Massage Jun 5, 2024

Diastasis Recti Abdominal: Increase Strength Without Moving

The Journal of Physiotherapy published research showing curl-ups (aka crunches) increased abdominal strength in…

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Engaging Muscles Massage May 28, 2024

Navicular Drop: Why Podiatrists Ignore Your Tibialis Posterior Muscle

On the other side of the wall from where I was standing, I overheard a podiatrist tell a woman that her navicular had…

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Engaging Muscles Massage Aug 21, 2023

The Not-So-Obvious Reasons Tim Ferriss Has Low-Back Issues

IN EPISODE #685 OF THE TIM FERRISS SHOW, Ferriss spoke to Dr. Shirley Sahrmann, PT, about his low-back issues. I have…

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Engaging Muscles Massage Aug 7, 2023

When Custom Orthotics Do More Harm Than Good

If you recognize that you need to learn about custom orthotics and are looking to fill the gaps, I wrote this for you. ……

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Engaging Muscles Massage Apr 29, 2023

Plantar Fasciitis Has Little To Do With Your Foot

Regardless of what the experts have told you, plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is rarely about your foot. Like…

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Engaging Muscles Massage Mar 12, 2023

Is Massage Effective For Plantar Fasciitis?

Question: Is massage effective for plantar fasciitis? I realize how odd what you’re about to read is, especially when…

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Engaging Muscles Massage Jan 16, 2023

What Type Of Massage Is Best For Lower Back Pain?

Question: What type of massage is best for lower back pain? Before you schedule a massage to alleviate low back pain…

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Engaging Muscles Massage Sep 6, 2021

Different Ways to Avoid Low Back Surgery

How successful is low back surgery? Are one-size-fits-all low back exercises and stretches for pain increasing your…

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