by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 17, 2022 | Back Pain
I live on the Monterey peninsula, home to Pebble Beach, and dozens of world renown golf courses. Since this is the case, I work with many golfers who are struggling with back pain for one reason or another. It’s really frustrating when you can’t do the...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 13, 2022 | Wellness
It’s my perspective that a standing desk is better than a good chair for people who do not have pain with standing. While a good chair is comfortable, if you are having pain with sitting, then even a good chair isn’t going to get you out of that...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 13, 2022 | Back Pain
With low back pain, it’s best to get back to normal activities and moving as soon as possible. Sitting or lying down temporarily to reduce symptoms is fine, however, bed rest is not recommended to recover from back pain. Most people will recover in...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 13, 2022 | Fitness, Wellness
The American academy of sports medicine recommends seniors lift weights two times per week, at minimum. Even one time per week of lifting can produce incredible results. I’ve been working with a group of 8 women, ages 65-84 and most of them only...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 13, 2022 | Back Pain
Muscular-type back pain usually feels dull, achy, sharp, or like a spasm. Usually, you will feel this muscular pain on one or both sides of your lower back, not directly on the spine itself. Skeletal or joint-based low back pain can have the same types of...