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Finding Your Sweet Spot: Why Athletes Need Both Movement AND Rest

Finding Your Sweet Spot: Why Athletes Need Both Movement AND Rest

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-25T17:00:32-05:00

For many active individuals, the phrase "no pain, no gain" has become something of a mantra. While dedication to your sport or fitness routine is admirable, the key to peak performance isn't just about pushing harder—it's about knowing when to push and when to pause. As an athlete or fitness enthusiast, you understand the importance of movement. Regular physical activity strengthens muscles, improves cardiovascular health, and enhances performance. Training sessions, practice games, and workouts are essential for skill development and maintaining a competitive edge. But here's what many don't realize: the magic doesn't happen during the workout—it happens during recovery. The [...]

Finding Your Sweet Spot: Why Athletes Need Both Movement AND RestDr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-25T17:00:32-05:00

7 Famous People Who Love Chiropractors

Dr. Joshua Gelber2019-10-08T02:30:06-04:00

Change of pace today. My tribute email a few weeks ago about Dr. Franco Columbu mentioned his best pal Arnie’s regular cheerleading of chiropractic. That got me thinking… What other famous people both love and swear by chiropractic? So I did a little digging. And I was pleasantly surprised to discover some pretty illustrious folks singing the praises of my profession. Thought you might find this interesting. Take a look: TIGER WOODS “Being a chiropractic patient has really helped me a lot. When I was in a growth spurt, my back became very sore, and [...]

7 Famous People Who Love ChiropractorsDr. Joshua Gelber2019-10-08T02:30:06-04:00

Heat Or Ice? (The Answer Might Surprise You)

Dr. Joshua Gelber2019-08-06T12:34:39-04:00

Today's quick tip might come as a shock to you. I say that because most patients I talk to are confused about this. When you have an acute injury or pain, what should you reach for first, heat or ice? Most patients think it’s heat. And while heat can help in easing tense muscles, the answer is [drum roll please]… ICE. Job #1 in any flare up or sudden pain is controlling inflammation and encouraging proper blood flow. This is what ice does. It constricts the blood vessels so the swelling can go down and, when removed, allows them to expand [...]

Heat Or Ice? (The Answer Might Surprise You)Dr. Joshua Gelber2019-08-06T12:34:39-04:00

3 Spring Workout Mistakes

Dr. Joshua Gelber2019-04-24T13:41:08-04:00

Spring has sprung! There are two things you can be sure of: (1) there’s even more construction going on than usual. And (2) people are coming out of hibernation in droves and realizing there’s only 8 weeks left to swimsuit season. Before you put the pedal to the metal, however…a caution. Here are three mistakes that could be the proverbial fly in your sweet fitness lemonade: Too much, too soon. I’m not naming any names but this is even truer for a certain segment of the population. Let’s just call them “men". Seriously though, re-booting is tough. It takes a step-by-step progressive program if you’re [...]

3 Spring Workout MistakesDr. Joshua Gelber2019-04-24T13:41:08-04:00

Why is your Achilles Causing You Pain?

Dr. Joshua Gelber2019-01-12T20:36:02-05:00

Are you suffering from pain in your Achilles? This could be because you engage in physical activities like sports or physical labor in your line of work that requires repetitive motion in the ankle. Repetitive motions could be endurance activities like running or biking in which you are overusing the Achilles tendon, jumping in Volleyball or Basketball, and even occupations that require constant standing; ladies, too much time in 2.5 inch or more heeled shoes can be a culprit as well. Understanding the Achilles Your Achilles tendon is found in the calf area (lower leg) made up of two muscles called [...]

Why is your Achilles Causing You Pain?Dr. Joshua Gelber2019-01-12T20:36:02-05:00

What’s Causing Your Elbow Pain?

Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-12-04T15:05:58-05:00

Are you experiencing elbow pain but you can’t seem to find the source of the problem? Often referred to as the “funny bone,” your elbow is a very sensitive place with many nerves running through the area. When you bump the ulnar nerve, you end up with that “funny” feeling that goes away shortly after. When you have pain in the area, it’s sometimes referred to as “tennis elbow” or “golfer’s elbow”; but, what are these different elbow injuries and why does the area get injured easily? Read on to better understand your elbow pain and what’s causing it. Different forms of [...]

What’s Causing Your Elbow Pain?Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-12-04T15:05:58-05:00

Keeping Concussions to a Minimum in Young Athletes

Dr. Joshua Gelber2016-10-13T16:14:14-04:00

When you are a parent of a child that is interested in sports, you are likely excited about the new life skills and development that is bound to happen for your child through the experience. On the flip side, you may be worried about the potentials dangers associated with playing sports, including the time-commitment and more seriously, the injuries. You can’t deny that there is a change of injury in any sport and that the time commitment involved will affect other areas of life, from homework to family time. For most parents, the risks are minimal enough and the benefits of [...]

Keeping Concussions to a Minimum in Young AthletesDr. Joshua Gelber2016-10-13T16:14:14-04:00

4 Top Advantages of Chiropractic Care for Athletes

4 Top Advantages of Chiropractic Care for Athletes

mbeat9812016-08-09T13:12:04-04:00

Chiropractic care has become more widely accepted over the 100-year history. Many athletes, from high school football stars to Olympians, count on chiropractors to help with physical ailments. Chiropractic focuses on the nervous system and the musculoskeletal system allowing for plenty of support for all types of injuries and ailments athletes may face. Athletes gain several advantages from regular chiropractic care before, during and after performing. Chiropractic care has become so common in sports medicine, that every NFL team has their own team Chiropractor. Here are four of the main advantages gained by athletes using regular chiropractic care. Helps Undo Punishment [...]

4 Top Advantages of Chiropractic Care for Athletesmbeat9812016-08-09T13:12:04-04:00

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