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Prevail Rehab & Performance
Oct 11, 20242 min read
A Different Approach to Chronic Pain: Finding Lasting Relief
Have you ever had a cut that bled for years? Of course not. That would be crazy. It’s crazy because healing doesn’t take nearly that long. S
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Oct 9, 20242 min read
Shoulder Pain Quick Fix: Improve Your Dumbbell Overhead Press Technique
Shoulder pain during exercises like the dumbbell overhead press can be frustrating and limiting. While pain may stem from underlying issues,
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Oct 1, 20242 min read
Why Rest Alone Won’t Heal Your Injuries: The Importance of Active Recovery
It's a common belief that resting an injury will lead to healing, but this approach is often not enough. While rest can be beneficial, relyi
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Sep 25, 20243 min read
Why Shoulder Pain Often Comes Down to Stability Issues
Stability is a common issue I find in patients with shoulder pain. When we assess their shoulder stability, it's often clear that the "good
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Sep 18, 20242 min read
Addressing Shoulder Pain with Overhead Pressing
Experiencing shoulder pain during overhead pressing exercises can be frustrating and limiting, but there are steps you can take to address t
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Sep 13, 20242 min read
Why Resting Alone Won't Heal Your Injury: Embrace Active Recovery
Have you ever been told that you need to rest to recover from an injury? While rest can play a role in the initial stages of healing, it’s n
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Sep 8, 20242 min read
Improve Your Thoracic Mobility: Exercises for a Stiff Upper Back and Shoulder Pain
Waking up with a stiff upper back and experiencing shoulder pain during overhead movements? These symptoms are often closely related. The ke
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Sep 7, 20242 min read
Don't Stretch "Tight" Muscles: A Better Approach for Office Workers
If you're an office worker who spends long hours at a desk, you're probably no stranger to tight necks, shoulders, and upper backs. Stretchi
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Aug 29, 20242 min read
Empowering Your Recovery: The Role of the Mind in Overcoming Pain
At Prevail Rehab & Performance, we understand that the mind plays a crucial role in the recovery process. Your beliefs and perceptions surro
Dr. Brett McIvor
Aug 13, 20243 min read
Why Your Pain Won't Go Away: Understanding the Root Cause
When you're in pain, it's common to zero in on the area that hurts and assume there's something wrong with it. Your knee aches, so there mus
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Jul 31, 20242 min read
Say Goodbye to Office Aches and Pains: 5 Tips for a Pain-Free 9-to-5
Are you tired of battling aches and pains during your workday? You're not alone. Spending long hours at the office can take a toll on your b
Prevail Rehab & Performance
Jul 15, 20242 min read
Say Goodbye to Shoulder Pain: The Magic of Face Pulls
Shoulder pain can be debilitating, affecting everything from your workouts to daily activities. Fortunately, there's a simple yet effective
Dr. Brett McIvor
Jul 7, 20242 min read
Pain Between Your Shoulder Blades? Here’s How to Fix It
Why Do I Experience Pain Between My Shoulder Blades? If you feel pain between your shoulder blades, especially when bench pressing, you’re
Dr. Brett McIvor
Jun 26, 20242 min read
Enhance Your Shoulder Mobility: A Must-Try Drill for Powerlifters!
As a powerlifter, you're no stranger to the intense front-to-back compressive forces experienced during training, particularly in exercises
Dr. Brett McIvor
Jun 10, 20242 min read
From Injury to Triumph: How I Bench Pressed 350lbs Pain-Free
For the past nine months, I endured excruciating shoulder pain that not only hindered my ability to bench press but also disrupted my sleep
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