ProCare Sport & Spine

09/23/2024

08/13/2024

Clinic will be closed today 8/13 and tomorrow 8/14. Dr Mike is at the US Amateur golf tournament.

06/13/2024

Had a blast working on golfers at Nakoma Country Club.

If you are a golfer in pain or want to improve performance ProCare Sport & Spine is the place for you!

06/13/2024

Chelsey had a great time at LPGA Madison’s Women’s Day Golf Outing at TPC Wisconsin. What a great event run by a great organization.
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05/17/2024

NEW ARTICLE/VIDEO: Dr. Rose discusses the influence of pain on movement patterns and explains why we may need to help an injured athlete distinguish between a ‘snake bite’ and a ‘stick.’

Comment Pain below and we’ll DM you a link to the article on our site

05/08/2024

Dr. Mike had an incredible experience at Titleist last weekend.
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If you are a golfer in pain or looking to improve your performance, Dr. Mike is a certified golf medical specialist!!

05/01/2024

The piriformis muscle is a commonly overused muscle that can create outer hip pain, low back pain, and sciatica.
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Here is a simple stretch that will help keep the piriformis happy and avoid pain.
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1. Piriformis Stretch
Lie flat on your back with your affected knee bent and your ankle touching the outside of your opposite leg. Grasp your knee and pull your thigh across your chest toward your opposite shoulder. If you are unable to comfortably reach your knee, grasp a thin towel wrapped around your knee.

04/17/2024

Proper breathing requires the diaphragm to be working effectively. If there is a dysfunctional breathing pattern you can’t engage your core optimally. You will also use your chest and secondary neck muscles to pick up the slack resulting in neck and shoulder blade pain.

The exercise listed in this post will set you up for successful belly breathing and core activation.

1. Diaphragmatic Breathing
Begin lying flat on your back with your knees elevated and feet on the floor. Place one hand on your abdomen, and the other over your breastbone. Breathe in slowly and deeply through your nose. If you are breathing properly from your diaphragm, only the hand over your abdomen should rise, and the hand over your chest should remain still. Once you are able to breathe by moving only your abdomen, you may use your lower hand to lightly compress your abdomen as you breathe in, then relax the pressure as you breathe out.

03/28/2024

Did you know that whiplash is a common injury caused by sudden, forceful neck movements? But don't worry; chiropractors can help! By using manual adjustments and therapies, chiropractors can relieve pain and restore mobility to the neck, helping you recover from a whiplash injury. Take a look at this video for more information. ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/embed/3PF5YOQVLkg?rel=0

03/27/2024

Recent research suggests that weight gain may play a role in the development of frailty in older age. And frailty is a powerful barrier to successfully aging that leads to a higher risk of falling, hospitalization, loss of independence, and the need for long-term care. Maintaining optimal weight and waist circumference throughout adulthood is important to improve your chances of aging gracefully. 👍



Source: Radcliffe, et al. Healthline. 25 Jan 2023.

03/26/2024

Concussions can result from falls, sports injuries, and auto accidents. Recent research suggests that light exercise during recovery may help prevent persistent symptoms. Check out this infographic for more information about concussion recovery. https://bit.ly/3OfF0Va



Source: Neely LM, et al. PM&R. 2022 Dec 29.

03/25/2024

A recent study highlights some interesting data about sleep. 💤 The researchers found that almost one in 10 adults use sleep medication most days. Women were more likely to use sleep medication than men, and the likelihood increased with age. Ironically, these medications may lead to long-term problems. If you or someone you know is having difficulty getting a good night's sleep, take a look at this infographic. ✅ https://bit.ly/3YRRepy



Source: Reuben, et al. NCHS Data Brief. Jan 2023.