Exercise

• Why is exercise so important? Watch this animated video for some great inspiration.

The following exercises are some of Briony's favourites.  A physiotherapist can tell you which exercises are appropriate and most important for you.

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• Lower body exercises for backs, hips and knees

  • Single leg deadlift or airplane - Keep those hips level! No need to use a weight at first.

  • Knee drive​  - Watch the alignment of your front knee and try to keep your hips level - feel it in your side-glute!

  • Bent knee fall out - Keep your core engagement nice and gentle

  • Halfmoon to warrior three - Watch your hip alignment and feel the burn in your standing glute.  Use a wall or a table for stability at first if needed.

  • Lunges - Keep an eye for a wobbly front knee, and try not to let the front knee move inwards.

  • Deadlift - With or without weights

  • Bird dog - Using a stick is helpful but not necessary

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• Low back pain self-management exercises (evidence-based!)

  • HealthLink BC​  

  • ISAEC (Inter-professional Spine Assessment and Education Clinics)

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• Jaw pain (TMJ) information​

  • Animated video explaining jaw anatomy, and how the TMJ disc can cause clicking, locking, or pain​

  • Jaw muscles self massage 1

  • Jaw muscles self massage 2

  • Pterygoid release - best to consult your physio before trying this one at home

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