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Naples Athletes Improve with Chiropractic Care

Naples FL Athletes Improve with Chiropractic Care

Naples FL Athletes Improve with Chiropractic Care “Chiropractic just makes you feel so much better. When I walk out of the clinic, I feel like I’m about three inches taller and everything’s in place. And as long as I see the chiropractor, I feel like I’m one step ahead of the game.” – Tom Brady,…

Naples Chiropractic Clinic Describes Stretching

Naples FL Chiropractic Clinic Describes Stretching

Naples FL Chiropractic Clinic Describes Stretching Stretching and Chiropractic Treatment Chiropractic treatment from our team at our Naples FL chiropractic office often includes advice on stretching and movements that can help increase blood flow. Stretching is free and can be done practically anywhere at any time. Stretching requires no special equipment, is low impact, and…

Chiropractic Naples FL QL Stretch

QL Stretch in Naples FL

QL Stretch in Naples FL Play Video The Quadratus Lumborum stretch or “QL” stretch is great for anyone experiencing lower back tightness and/or pain. The quadratus lumborum muscle helps hold the spine upright and helps to stabilize the spine as we are standing, sitting and moving. If you feel some tightness and aching in the…

Chiropractor Naples FL Scott Weiland GCSS Stretch

Figure 4 Stretch in Naples FL

GCSS Figure 4 Side Stretch in Naples FL Play Video The “Figure 4” or “piriformis” stretch is going to help alleviate taught muscles on the back side of the hip. This stretch is great for anyone that may be experiencing a tightness in the buttocks, hamstrings and lower back areas. These muscles attach from your…

Chiropractor Naples FL Scott Weiland Stretch

GCSS Front and Side Planks in Naples FL

GCSS Front and Side Planks in Naples FL Play Video The front and side planks are one of Dr. Scott’s FAVORITE exercises! Most people are familiar with the front plank, but the side plank is just as important (if not MORE important) to perform on a regular basis. Anyone that sits at a desk, slouches…

Chiropractor Naples FL Scott Weiland Modified Side Plank

Modified Side Plank in Naples FL

Modified Side Plank in Naples FL Play Video The “Modified Side Plank” is a beginner version of the side plank. This exercise is created for someone that may struggle to perform the side plank due to lack of core strength or increased pain while performing the side plank. The modified side plank is a great…