by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 13, 2022 | Exercise/Fitness, Wellness
Yes. A 70-year-old can still build muscle. Seniors can build muscle, improve balance, and get even stronger as they get older. For older adults who haven’t lifted weights before, or, where it’s been several years since you’ve touched a...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 13, 2022 | Fitness, Wellness
Better bone density, muscle mass, and strength, balance, cognitive function, are just a few of the benefits of strength training for seniors. Instead of being afraid of lifting weights, you should learn how to do it safely and effectively so that you can get all...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 13, 2022 | Wellness
Sarcopenia is a loss of muscle mass. This is a natural process as we age that can be delayed and even reverses in certain people. Here is an excerpt from a journal article in Physiology Review: “Loss of muscle mass with aging, which is largely due to the...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 11, 2022 | Back Pain
Yes, it’s okay to stretch a strained lower back as long as it doesn’t make your symptoms worse. Stretching is symptoms looked down upon for helping alleviate symptoms, however, sometimes it can be helpful. When I work with patients, I combine...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 11, 2022 | Back Pain
A massage can make herniated disc pain worse, however, it can also make it feel better. It’s important to let your massage therapist know what you are feeling so that they can tailor your experience and the amount of pressure they use, to your...
