by Leeca Baran, MS, LAT, ATC Halloween. Dia De Los Muertos. All Saints Day. These are a few holidays just around the corner that recognize the dead. But, could something spooky and dead be lurking around YOUR corner too? Could it be…. DEAD BUTT SYNDROME? Dun-Dun-DUUUN!! What is Dead Butt
by Jaymie Bloch, MS, ATC Listen up, industrial athletes: before we dive into our day, it’s time to get those glutes in gear! A solid dynamic warm-up can be the difference between powering through our shift or feeling like a stiff, rusty robot. So, let’s talk about why warming up
by Mitchel Musselman, ATC (feat. Rob Thomas) If you ask any golfer what one of the most important aspects of the swing is, the answer is tempo. The old saying goes, “slow is smooth, smooth is fast.” This same principle can be applied to strength training, especially when it comes
by Tania Maddox, ATC Think about how many times today you’ve bent forward — picking up groceries, lifting a baby, grabbing a tool, or even leaning over a sink or machine. These simple movements, done countless times every day, rely on a fundamental motion known as the hip hinge. It’s
by Justin Agustini, LAT, ATC, CEAS Have you ever noticed persistent discomfort in your lower back or knees with no clear cause? It might be your glutes. Sitting for long periods can weaken these powerful muscles, which play a critical role in stabilizing our hips and distributing forces across our
by WRNW Hey, sole survivors. Let’s kick it! This isn’t just any footcare newsletter; it’s your VIP pass to happy feet. We put our best foot forward from pro tips to hidden gems. We’ve got the full arsenal of resources for your feet — like having a foot spa in
by WRNW Don’t feel de-feeted. Ankle injuries don’t have to be your Achilles’ heel in your journey toward overall health and safety. Yes, ankles are crucial to our day-to-day activities. They bear the weight of our bodies, aid in balance and posture, provide stability and support, and strong ankles reduce
by WRNW It is? You’ve come to the right place, then. This kneed-to-know information is for anyone looking to avoid knee injuries or those knee-deep in pain and discomfort. Kneed-less to say, we have those sports medicine resources best suited to keeping injuries at bay. Let’s not keep you on
by WRNW You feel it, right? The motion, the tension? If you move for a living, your hips are a part of every motion you make. If you’re not using your hips correctly, the rest of your body will never fall in line. From proper lifting to to a strong
by WRNW Run away with us on a resourceful journey as we shift our focus to a workplace warrior often carrying the weight — the lower back! Just as a solid cornerstone supports towering achievements, a sturdy back is pivotal for a productive and pain-free workday. Work Right presents a
by WRNW Eight tiny bones. That’s it. Your wrist joint is connected to the rest of your arm through these bones. No wonder wrist pain and injury is so common in the workplace. Highly repetitive tasks, gripping, and grasping make the wrist highly vulnerable to stress and strain. Why be
by WRNW Do you sometimes feel you’re all thumbs? This might mean you feel clumsy with your work or your hands, but we could think of worse things. Our thumbs do more for us than we give them credit. (Try opening a door or buttoning a button if you need
