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Swimming is an excellent form of exercise because it’s low-impact, but even overuse of muscles in swimming can result in injuries. Don’t let this deter you from getting in the pool for a workout! With proper form, strength training, warm-up and rest, swimming injuries can be easily prevented. Types of swimming injuries Shoulder pain. ThisRead more

 Opening day of baseball season is almost upon us– is your arm ready? Throwing balls can put a lot of strain on your shoulders and before heading to the mound, you should prepare safely. In this video, Dr. Haim Hechtman demonstrates variations of shoulder external rotation routines that can help you get ready forRead more

In this video, Point Performance’s Dr. Michal Tekle shows viewers how to alleviate neck strain brought on by sitting at a computer all day. With these two simple neck stretches, you can elongate your spine and relieve pain. These exercises can be done at your desk throughout the day. Neck Stretch: Bring chin to throat. You shouldRead more

People who suffer from shoulder pain can try an easy exercise using a common exercise tool, the kettlebell, to stabilize the shoulder and relieve some of the pain. In this video, Point Performance physical therapist Adam Gershowitz demonstrates how to do a bottoms-up kettlebell press. First, you can choose to lie on the floor orRead more

Do you have neck pain? Do you stare at your phone—a lot? We might have found a culprit. While the pain isn’t permanent—yet—it can become a chronic issue, particularly among children whose entire lives have revolved around the phone. Cervical pain and arthritis can be expected to grow in the next several years, as peopleRead more

What are rotator cuff injuries? Rotator cuff injuries, particularly torn rotator cuffs, are a common injury, particularly among those over 60 years of age. Causes vary from individual to individual. They stem from overuse (heavy manual labor, weight training, repetitive motion), arthritis, aging, acute injury, or general wear and tear. Physical therapy and surgery areRead more

Tend to hunch over while working at a desk all day? It’s easy to develop poor posture – where you slouch in your seat with your head forward. This type of posture can create tight muscles, with weakened back muscles. Point Performance’s therapist Michal Tekle demonstrates a simple exercise that helps relieve the stress andRead more

Do you spend eight or more hours at your desk every day, hunched over? Do your back and shoulders ache as a result from working? It’s easy to forget about proper ergonomics during the length of the work day. It’s important to have your desk set up correctly to make sure you’re not straining orRead more

Shoulder problems are common among adults, whether from hoisting a bag around to and from work, or from poor posture, or favoring one side of the body. If you suffer from persistent shoulder issues, or need additional postural awareness, this exercise, as demonstrated in this video by Point Performance’s Dr. Haim Hechtman, is a good wayRead more