Overhead activities such as throwing require proper sequencing of different body parts.   The lower body, trunk, shoulder, arm, and hands…

Hip stiffness leads to many painful conditions in and around your hip.  In older adults, limited hip mobility is associated…

The deadlift is essentially a hip hinge with weight.  The hinge occurs by flexing your hips and maintaining a flat…

Loss of range of motion in your hip may be causing you lower back pain.  People with low back pain…

Have you tried all types of low back exercises for your lingering back pain?  You might want to have your…

The gluteus maximus is the most powerful hip extensor.  This is important for functional activities performed in one plane such…

The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle of the hip and buttock.  It helps you maintain an erect standing posture…

Athletes are required to perform explosive powerful movements during sport.  The hip muscles, including the gluteus medius, help generate and…

The primary role of the gluteus medius is to stabilize and control movement of your pelvis during weight bearing activities. …

In a previous article, we discussed the importance of the gluteus medius muscle in controlling lower extremity alignment during the…