Sara Mikulsky

I Often get asked to explain what fascia is and how to treat it. Fascia is the tissue that encapsulates muscle. It is a thin layer of tissue that helps to keep the muscle fiber in bundles and protects the muscle. However it can become a problem if it is injured or scarred. When fascia is injured it may become tight or "scar down" on the muscle, preventing normal mobility. This can lead to muscle tightness or even pain. So how can we treat it? By completing fascia manipulation

Shoulder pain can be pretty debilitating to deal with. So why not stop it before it starts. Try these 3 exercises to prevent shoulder injuries from occurring. Shoulder Blade Rows - To complete this exercise start by attaching an exercise band to a doorknob. Then standing in front of the band, hold each end in your hands. Start by standing up straight and squeezing back your shoulder blades. Then drive back your arms by further squeezing the blades together. Return to the rest

Since many of us are still working from home, it’s time to get serious about our desk design. Creating a proper ergonomic set-up will help prevent neck pain, shoulder injuries and back issues. Try these 3 simple tips to improve your home office design. Get a proper chair. Having a chair that is adjustable in height, and tilt is important. Making sure your hips and knees are in the proper position will prevent lower back injuries. You should also have a chair that supports you

Winter is here and snowstorms are upon us. Shoveling snow is one of the most common causes for injury in the wintertime. Make sure to do these 3 things to protect yourself this winter. Push with the legs. When using a shovel to push snow, we should also use the legs to do most of the work. Keeping the spine upright and stacked will help prevent injury to the spinal structures. When doing this task, think about puling in the abs and pushing forward by taking steps and pus