Hands on Rehab

Daily Check In: How are you feeling today? Mental health is such a big part of your overall well-being. Physical therapy can help you to feel better both physically and mentally! It can help you to improve your overall well-being and improve your life. ... #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #physiotherapy #mentalhealth #wellness #wellnessjourney #physicalhealth #wellbeing #life #stress #decreasestress #lifestyle #stressrelief #stressmanagement #breathe See more

Foam Roller Exercises There are so many exercises you can do using a foam roller. Read below for a few examples. 1. Thoracic Spine Extension: bring the foam roller horizontal and lay on top of it. Put your hands behind your head to support your neck and allow yourself to extend backwards off of the foam roller.... 2. Pec Stretch: bring the foam roller vertical and lay on top of it. Bring your arms directly out in front of you and then bring them to the sides, as if making a T with your body. You should feel a stretch in the front of your shoulders. 3. Upper Extremity Scissors: bring the foam roller vertical and lie on top of it. Bring one arm up and the other one down. Then switch directions. #physicaltherapy #pt #pta #physicaltherapist #spt #ot #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #physiotherapist #physiotherapy #foamroller #thoracicmobility #pecstretch #wellness #stretch #strength #foamrolling #thoracicspine #shoulderworkout #shouldermobility

Prone T’s and Y’s This exercise can be performed face down on a table/bed or on an exercise ball for greater challenge. Try adding weights to make it even harder! This exercise addresses the middle and lower trapezius muscles and scapular muscle weakness. It helps you to activate the posterior chain (including the lumbar extensors).... This is especially important if you have poor posture or pain in your neck, shoulder, upper back, or mid back. Your middle and lower trapezius can help to improve upright posture, optimize scapular motor patterns, and decrease pain. Tips: make sure you do not hike your shoulders while doing this exercise. You should feel the muscles in between your shoulder blades working. #physicaltherapy #pt #physicaltherapist #dpt #pta #spt #apta #improvethewayyoumove #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #occupationaltherapy #ot #occupationaltherapist #wellness #strength #back #backpain #neckpain #shoulderexercise #shoulderpain #posturecorrection #posture #midtrap #lowtrap #posteriorchain #swissball #mobility #motorcontrol #scapularstability See more

Do you have trouble getting in and out of bed? Do you have back pain? Watch the video to see how to get in/out of bed without straining your back. Key tips to keep in mind: -keep your core engaged -maintain a neutral spine... -avoid twisting your back See more

Working from home? Online school? If you find yourself spending more time in front of the computer, make sure you are sitting with good posture and proper ergonomics. Some things to think about when you are sitting at your desk:... 1. Bring your shoulders back by squeezing your shoulder blades together slightly 2. Tuck your chin by elongating your neck 3. Keep your screen at eye level- this may mean using a second monitor, keyboard, or raising your screen up by putting books underneath #physicaltherapy #pt #pta #dpt #physicaltherapist #physicaltherapists #physiotherapy #physiotherapists #occupationaltherapy #ot #occupationaltherapist #ergonomics #posture #workfromhome #wfh #wfhlife #onlineschool #homeschool #goodposture #wellness #exercise #strength #mobility #coronavirus #covidlife #sittingposture See more

Improving Wrist Mobility Here at Hands on Rehab we have specific tools you can use to improve and progress your wrist mobility. 1. Wheel: improves supination and pronation... 2. Everstick: improves supination and pronation, a weight can be added onto the end for increased resistance. 3. Ball: improves wrist flexion and extension 4. Wrist Maze: improves all wrist mobility, make sure you don’t move your elbow or shoulder so all movement comes from your wrist. #wrist #wristpain #wristmobility #handspecialist #physicaltherapist #physicaltherapy #pt #ot #pta #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #wellness #exercise #stretches #movement #hand #huntingtonbeach #newportbeach #irvine #orangecounty #outpatient #orthopedics #physiotherapy See more

Improving Wrist Mobility Here at Hands on Rehab we have specific tools you can use to improve and progress your wrist mobility. 1. Wheel: improves supination and pronation... 2. Everstick: improves supination and pronation, a weight can be added onto the end for increased resistance. 3. Ball: improves wrist flexion and extension 4. Wrist Maze: improves all wrist mobility, make sure you don’t move your elbow or shoulder so all movement comes from your wrist. #wrist #wristpain #wristmobility #handspecialist #physicaltherapist #physicaltherapy #pt #ot #pta #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #wellness #exercise #stretches #movement #hand #huntingtonbeach #newportbeach #irvine #orangecounty #outpatient #orthopedics #physiotherapy See more

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Redcord Series: Upper Extremity (part 2) The redcord machine uses bungees and slings to focus on and activate specific muscles. This improved motor control allows you to improve your motor patterns, increase strength, and decrease pain. Call today for an appointment: 714-847-8751... #physicaltherapy #pt #pta #dpt #physicaltherapists #physicaltherapist #physiotherapy #physiotherapists #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapists #neurac #redcord #redcordneurac #neuracmethod #wellness #strength #neuromuscular #muscle #back #shoulder #posture #rehab #rehabilitation #oc #huntingtonbeach #newportbeach #orangecounty See more

Redcord Series: Upper Extremity Here are some exercises that can be performed on the redcord machine to improve neuromuscular activation and motor control. A qualified Redcord practitioner and Neurac provider can assess you to find your weak links and provide tailored exercises. You can improve your motor patterns to activate the correct muscles and allow for pain-free movement. Call today for an assessment and appointment at 714-847-8751 ... #physicaltherapy #pt #pta #dpt #physicaltherapists #physicaltherapist #physiotherapy #physiotherapists #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapists #neurac #redcord #redcordneurac #neuracmethod #wellness #strength #neuromuscular #muscle #back #shoulder #posture #rehab #rehabilitation #oc #huntingtonbeach #newportbeach #orangecounty See more

Redcord Series: Lower Extremity The redcord machine uses bungees and slings to suspend you in the air. It allows you to recruit the proper muscles and learn how to do this quicker than traditional exercises. It improves your neuromuscular activation and motor control by performing high intensity, pain-free exercises. Call today to get assessed to find your weak links and to use this amazing machine! Pictured in the video are:... 1. Hip adduction 2. Bridges #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #pt #dpt #pta #physicaltherapists #physiotherapy #redcord #neuracmethod #redcordmachine #neurac #wellness #strength #exercise #exercises #endurance #motorcontrol #hipadduction #bridges #orangecounty #newportbeach #huntingtonbeach See more

Aquatic Therapy: Upper Extremity Exercises Here are some great exercises that you can perform in the pool. These exercises are designed to improve your upper extremity (arm), core, and back strength when done properly. Try to perform these exercises with your back flat against the wall in a slight squat and your core engaged. Here, we are using bells to add a little more resistance but they can also be performed with paddles or without holding anything.... Pictured in this video are: 1. Chest Fly 2. Chest Press 3. Shoulder Abduction Ps have you been to our new pools yet?? #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy #physicaltherapists #pt #physiotherapists #pta #spt #dpt #doctorofphysicaltherapy #medicine #movement #wellness #health #exercise #pooltherapy #aquatictherapy #aquatherapy #water #pool #armworkouts #coreworkouts #workouts #back #arm #core #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapists #ot #chestfly #chestpress See more

We have some exciting news! We will be moving pool locations and will be offering physical therapy and occupational therapy at two new facilities at Waterworks Aquatics. We are excited to welcome you at our new locations in Huntington Beach AND Irvine starting July 1st. Huntington Beach:... 14401 Willow Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Irvine: 25 Waterworks Way Irvine, CA 92618 Please call our office at (714) 847-8751 to schedule your appointment and for any questions. #aquatics #aquatherapy #physicaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #pooltherapy #pool #irvine #huntingtonbeach #hb #oc #orangecounty #exercise #wellness #health #water

Aquatic Therapy: Upper Extremity Exercises Here are some great exercises that you can perform in the pool. These exercises are designed to improve your upper extremity (arm), core, and back strength when done properly. Try to perform these exercises with your back flat against the wall in a slight squat and your core engaged. Here, we are using bells to add a little more resistance but they can also be performed with paddles or without holding anything.... Pictured in this video are: 1. Chest Fly 2. Chest Press 3. Shoulder Abduction Ps have you been to our new pools yet?? #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy #physicaltherapists #pt #physiotherapists #pta #spt #dpt #doctorofphysicaltherapy #medicine #movement #wellness #health #exercise #pooltherapy #aquatictherapy #aquatherapy #water #pool #armworkouts #coreworkouts #workouts #back #arm #core #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapists #ot #chestfly #chestpress See more

Aquatic Therapy Series: Mobility Mobility is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are exercises you can do in the water to improve your trunk mobility. 1. Core Trunk Rotation: get into a squat with your back against the wall. Put your arms straight in front of you, keep your core tight and rotate your trunk from side to side. You can perform this exercise with just your hands clasped in front of you or holding onto resistance such as bells (shown in... video) 2. Book Openers: stand in a partial lunge with your arms directly in front of you. Bring one arm out to the side allowing your trunk to rotate. Make sure your head is following your hands. #aquatictherapy #aquatherapy #physicaltherapy #pt #ot #occupationaltherapy #waterexercise #water #pool #orangecounty #huntingtonbeach See more

Aquatic Therapy Series: Stretches Here are some great lower extremity stretches that you can perform on land or in the pool. 1. Piriformis Stretch: sit on a step and bring one foot up to your opposite knee. Lean forward to feel a stretch. If this is too hard, you can bring your foot to your opposite shin.... 2. Hamstring Stretch: face a step and put one foot on the step in front of you with your knee straight and toes pointing up towards the ceiling. Hinge at your hips to lean forward by keeping your back flat. You should feel a stretch in the back of your thigh. #aquatictherapy #aquatherapy #watertherapy #physicaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #ot #pt #dpt #pta #poolstretches #pool #poolexercise #exercise #wellness #stretch #stretching #piriformis #hamstring See more

Aquatic Therapy Series: Mobility Mobility is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are exercises you can do in the water to improve your trunk mobility. 1. Core Trunk Rotation: get into a squat with your back against the wall. Put your arms straight in front of you, keep your core tight and rotate your trunk from side to side. You can perform this exercise with just your hands clasped in front of you or holding onto resistance such as bells (shown in... video) 2. Book Openers: stand in a partial lunge with your arms directly in front of you. Bring one arm out to the side allowing your trunk to rotate. Make sure your head is following your hands. #aquatictherapy #aquatherapy #physicaltherapy #pt #ot #occupationaltherapy #waterexercise #water #pool #orangecounty #huntingtonbeach See more

Aquatic Therapy Series: Stretches Here are some great lower extremity stretches that you can perform on land or in the pool. 1. Piriformis Stretch: sit on a step and bring one foot up to your opposite knee. Lean forward to feel a stretch. If this is too hard, you can bring your foot to your opposite shin.... 2. Hamstring Stretch: face a step and put one foot on the step in front of you with your knee straight and toes pointing up towards the ceiling. Hinge at your hips to lean forward by keeping your back flat. You should feel a stretch in the back of your thigh. #aquatictherapy #aquatherapy #watertherapy #physicaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #ot #pt #dpt #pta #poolstretches #pool #poolexercise #exercise #wellness #stretch #stretching #piriformis #hamstring See more

Hip and Knee Rehab Exercises Swipe to see some exercises you can do at home to improve lower extremity strength. Make sure to get evaluated by your physical therapist to ensure these exercises are appropriate for your specific injury, presentation, and goals. 1. Hip Adduction + Abdominal Bracing: Lie on your back with your knees bent. Place a small Swiss ball between your knees and squeeze while keeping your core tight. If you don’t have a Swiss ball, you can squeeze ...a pillow or cushion too! 2. Sidelying Hip Abduction and Clams: Shown in this video is sidelying hip abduction. Lie on your side and lift your top leg up and slightly behind you. This is a harder version of the Sidelying Clam exercise (shown after) where your knees are bent. For both, make sure you do not allow your hips to roll back while you are lifting the top leg! #swissball #swissballexercises #physicaltherapy #pt #pta #workout #homeworkout #homeexerciseprogram #hep #wellness #clams #hipabduction #hipadduction #adductorsqueeze #glutes #core #exercise See more

Wall Slide with Foam Roller Here is an exercise you can perform to improve your overhead mobility and serratus anterior strength. Done correctly, this exercise will help to improve the mobility of your shoulder and scapula (shoulder blade). With a strong serratus anterior, there will be more balance in your shoulder and less strain to your rotator cuff. You can perform this exercise with or without a foam roller! If you don’t have one, just try to slide your arms up a smooth... wall. Tip: keep your arms parallel to each other while sliding up the wall and keep your head facing forward. #overheadmobility #serratusanterior #serratus #scapula #hep #homeexercise #shoulder #strength #physicaltherapy #wellness #pt #dpt.

Ankle Strengthening and Mobility Exercises Do you want to strengthen your ankles/feet and improve your mobility? Well here are some great exercises for you! Pictured in the video are:... -double limb heel raises -ankle circles If the double limb heel raises are too easy, you can try to perform on just one foot. For the ankle circles, make sure you go clockwise and counterclockwise. Do not let your hip or knee move, all the motion should be coming from your ankle. #hep #homeexerciseprogram #homeexercises #anklemobility #anklestrengthening #ankle #foot #mobility #strength #wellness #physicalactivity #pt #pta #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #ot #occupationaltherapist #spt #dpt