Silverdale Sport & Spine

01/29/2026

The number one problem I see with exercise prescription is that it’s not determined through assessment. Patients are often given the provider’s favorite stretch or exercise.

This is often the case with pelvic floor patients. Pelvic floor strengthening is typically the go to, however a sizable number of these individuals have a relevant spinal influence that needs to be addressed for recovery to have a chance.

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I recently saw a patient who was referred to me by her OBGYN. At the time, she was a few months postpartum and presented with pelvic pain that began during pregnancy. Her OBGYN felt the culprit was weakness of her pelvic floor muscles and requested that I provide her with exercises for pelvic floor....

01/27/2026

Had a great time at the Pure Vitality wellness event in Port Orchard last weekend!

The next Pure Vitality event will be on April 11th at IGi Fitness from 10-2. Hope to see you there!

01/23/2026

Fantastic opportunity for growth, fitness and fun! 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️

The youth program has blossomed to 60 teams throughout the West Sound, helping girls build character, confidence and more. See link below ⬇️ bit.ly/4bb9Ni3

01/20/2026

If you’re curious about Thai massage, check out this podcast! And when you’re done, check out Expansions Massage. Cynthia does great work!!

Ready to feel better, move easier, and unlock a new level of wellbeing? In this episode of the Live Well Kitsap Thrive Podcast, we’re stretching beyond the b...

12/31/2025

Why is it that many of the 3.5 million spinal injections performed on sciatica patients every year in the United States have little or no effect?

The answer lies in the selection criteria. When you are unable to accurately determine which patients will respond well to an injection, it makes sense that the outcomes will be mixed.

That can all be changed when patients are screened with well done McKenzie Method assessment first. The assessment can reliably determine who will have a higher likelihood of success with an injection, thereby sharpening the selection process and decreasing the likelihood of a poor outcome.

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Steroid injections are common for sciatica, but understanding the goal is important for effective treatment.

12/29/2025

If healthcare providers aren’t assessing for centralization in their back and neck pain patients, they are likely missing something extremely important.

And since most providers haven’t heard of the concept, and many are unwilling to learn about it, it is imperative that patients become their own best advocates and take their pain into their own hands.

Earlier this year, I brought lunch to a local primary care doctor’s office. Now, I am not a caterer; rather, I saw it as an opportunity to share valuable information on the management of patients with back and neck pain. A pearl so powerful that it could transform patient care in our area, and one...

11/24/2025

Age related postural decline is often viewed as an inevitable consequence of getting older. That may not always be the case, and this article outlines steps people can take to maintain optimal posture as they age.

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A stooped back and neck isn't inevitable as you get older. Here's some ways you can improve posture at home. See link below ⬇️ bit.ly/487Lv5f

11/14/2025

Check out this insightful article from Kristina!

As a personal trainer, shes passionate about helping people stay strong, mobile and functional as they age.

She’ll be working out of the office as well as out of Igi Fitness in Port Orchard 💪

For more info, follow her at Kitsap Strength & Mobility

The world of fitness can be a confusing place. With contradictory information and seemingly interchangeable terms, it can be easy to get misled. Even the terms “physical activity” and “exercise,” which appear to be synonymous, are somewhat unclear.

10/30/2025

Regardless of the diagnostic label, differentiating between chemical and mechanical pain is an extremely effective way to drive treatment.

I have found that the best way to determine if pain is mechanical or inflammatory is a well done McKenzie Method assessment.

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Two common drivers of pain are inflammation and irritation due to use. But which one must be targeted for effective care?

10/24/2025

“Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.”

The basic principle emphasized in this proverb can be applied to the treatment of pain.

The majority of patients I see can be taught to assess and treat pain on their own, skills that can last for years and years.

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Every year, I read a series of textbooks written by Robin McKenzie, the iconic New Zealand physical therapist, on a method of assessment and treatment for musculoskeletal pain called Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT). After decades of astute clinical observation, Robin developed MDT and describ...