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Anterior pelvic tilt is a rather technical sounding term for a positioning of the body, albeit usually subconscious, that is very common in America. Visual cues that would indicate the presence of anterior pelvic tilt include a forward tilted pelvis, a protruding abdomen, and a pronounced lower back curve. In this position the hip flexors are…

The question of flexibility is becoming more important as Americans move toward a more sedentary lifestyle. The trend cannot really be helped, as jobs and recreation options are shifted into more screen-oriented settings, but there are steps you can take as an individual to fight the kind of stagnation that occurs to your body during…

When it comes to feeling your greatest throughout the day, there are few things that will set you off on the right foot like a good morning stretch routine. Rise and shine often means out of bed and out the door, but if you can find a few minutes upon waking, whether it be pre-shower…

An important stretch for combating the incursions of neck pain during a day of working at the desk is called the levator scapula stretch. The levator scapula is a long muscle that emerges between the 3rd and 4th cervical vertebrae and connects to the shoulder blade. Whenever your neck is stiff or sore, it is…

Everyone has their own unique brand of lower back strain: whether it be none at all, a medium twinge brought on by persistent poor posture or inactivity, or something more severe, there is always something to be done to keep our lower back strong to prevent or ease injury. An anterior pelvic tilt is symptomatic…

The period immediately following childbirth is a rollercoaster of joy and lifestyle adjustment that is defined by the transition to life with a newborn child. With all the new cute moments, the demands for feeding and time, and the loss of sleep, it is easy to neglect your body. It is primarily a matter of…

It’s hard to think of a reason not to get a massage during pregnancy. The routine pains, stiffening and tension associated with a growing baby and a changing body respond well to the gentle stimulation of massage. If we can relax the mother-to-be’s mind and treat her body, we can effect a more nurturing environment…

Pregnancy is, first of all, to be congratulated! The road to such a life-defining experience is sure to be filled with joy and excitement and, at Family Chiropractic & Natural Healing Center, we are here to make the journey as comfortable as possible. At our office in Milpitas, we specialize in providing gentle chiropractic care…

While most of my clients are not professional athletes, I still regularly see people at varying degrees of physical activity who are looking to optimize their health plan. A modality that is gaining traction, especially among the ranks of Olympic athletes who competed in Brazil this year, is called resistance stretching. While stretching is traditionally…