Posts tagged sport and spine
Why Your Knee Hurts (and Why It’s Probably Not Your Knee’s Fault!)
Why Your Knee Hurts (and Why It’s Probably Not Your Knee’s Fault!)

Ever feel like your knee just doesn’t trust you anymore? One minute you’re running hills around Lake Minnetonka or crushing your WOD at the gym — and the next, your knee is barking like you’ve aged 40 years overnight.

Here’s the thing: your knee might not actually be the problem. It’s usually the victim of what’s happening above (the hip) or below (the ankle). At Minnesota Movement Chiropractic & Sports Rehab in Excelsior, we see this all the time — athletes, golfers, runners, and weekend warriors dealing with stubborn knee pain that keeps coming back no matter how much they stretch, foam roll, or ice it.

If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. We’ll help you figure out why your knee’s angry, fix the real cause, and get you back to doing what you love — pain-free and stronger than before.

(Spoiler: your knee will thank you, and so will your squat form.)

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Chiropractic Care, Knee Pain, Lower Extremity PainReid NellesMinnesota Movement Sports Chiropractic & RehabKnee Pain, knee exercises, knee pain, jumpers knee, runners knee, sport and spine, sports chiro, Sports Chiropractic, sports massage, rehab, rehabilitation, functional dry needling, dry needling, chiropractic near me, chiropractor near me, chiropractic care, chiropractor, chanhassen, chaska, wayzata, minnesota movement, running, squat, crossfit, skiing, golf, arthritis, IT band, It band syndrome, ART, Active Release Technique, bursitis, mcl, acl, lcl, strain, sprain, patelofemoral pain syndrome, patellar pain, quadriceps, quadriceps tendon, tendonitis, tendinitisComment
Sports Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain: What's the difference?!
Sports Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain: What's the difference?!

If you’ve ever had shoulder pain, you know it’s one of those things that makes everything annoying. Brushing your teeth? Hurts. Putting on a shirt? Hurts. Trying to impress your friends with your overhead press PR? Definitely hurts.

Here’s the thing: the shoulder is an insanely mobile joint — which is great when you’re serving an ace or hitting a drive down the fairway, but not so great when the smallest imbalance throws the whole system off. And that’s exactly why shoulder pain is one of the most common things we see at Minnesota Movement.

Now, you might be wondering, “Should I see a chiropractor or a physical therapist for shoulder pain?” Read the full blog to find out!

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Shoulder Pain, Upper Extremity Pain, Rehabilitation & ExerciseReid NellesMinnesota Movement Sports Chiropracticshoulder pain, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, rehab, rehabilitation, corrective exercises, chiropractor, chiropractic near me, chiropractor near me, chiropractor excelsior mn, Active Release Technique, sport and spine, sports chiro, Sports ChiropracticComment
What is IT Band Syndrome? How can Sports Chiropractic Care help?
What is IT Band Syndrome? How can Sports Chiropractic Care help?

The iliotibial (IT) band is a thick band of connective tissue that runs from the hip, along the outside of the thigh, and attaches just below the knee. When the muscles that attach to this band (Glute Min and Tensor Fascia Latae) become tight or overused, it can rub against the outer knee and/or hip, causing inflammation and pain. When the IT band thickens or tightens, it places extra pressure on the knee bursa, leading to swelling, irritation, and pain—especially during running, cycling, or prolonged walking. Our goal with treatment and rehabilitation exercises is to restore the muscle balance necessary in order to decrease the tension of the soft tissues and therefore reduce the friction across the knee or hip. In other words, addressing the root cause and not just covering up symptoms!

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There's PURPOSE to your PAIN
There's PURPOSE to your PAIN

Most people are chasing the wrong goal.

Pain-free shouldn’t be the destination. Being free from pain should be.

Living ‘pain-free’ implies perfection. No tension. No tightness. No discomfort. Nothing.
I know what you’re thinking - “wouldn’t that be nice?!” No. It wouldn’t.

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Ultra Running / Training and Programming
Ultra Running / Training and Programming

As you probably already know, the providers here at Minnesota Movement are passionate about helping you achieve your goals. Whether that’s getting over an ache or acute pain or planning for the long-term and looking into things like Gait Analysis - we’re here for our runners! But that doesn’t stop at just our recreational weekend runners, 5k aficionados, and marathoners. When it comes to the world of Ultra Marathons - our very own Dr. Mallory is the resident specialist. She recently completed the Superior 50 mile trail race which follows the Superior Hiking Trail from Finland to Lutsen and is eager to help you achieve your goals!

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Nutrition 101 / Fiber
Nutrition 101 / Fiber

Among the abundance of fads and buzzwords - fiber is high up on that list currently. So let’s dive into what it is, why you need it, and what it does.
Fiber is one of those unsung heroes of nutrition that so often gets overlooked. While most of us know we should eat our fruits and veggies, the significance of something so small like fiber intake can fly under the radar. 
Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest. It comes in two forms: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber dissolves in water and can help lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, while insoluble fiber adds bulk to your stool and aids in digestion. Both types are crucial for overall health. Sometimes it can make it easy to picture fiber like glue, it is helping bind things together while picking up other stuff along the way. 

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