Recommended Products
Things we use in the clinic or at home to manage pain, improve health, and focus on mobility Check Out All Our ResourcesRecommended Products & Equipment
In addition to our physical health resources, below, you can find our recommended products and equipment that we often recommend to patients and clients in the clinic. While a lot therapy equipment and products are very expensive, there are some options that are affordable and of good quality. Products that we link to are either ones that we use in the clinic, or similar options.
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Therapy Equipment
Stretching Strap Yoga Strap with Loops, Stretch Straps for Physical Therapy, Non-Elastic Exercise Strap for Pilates, Dance and Gymnastics with Workout Guide
Shoulder Pulley for Physical Therapy, Pulleys for Shoulder Rehab Over Door, Shoulder Pulley Over The Door Physical Therapy, Door Pulleys For Physical Therapy, Arm Pulley, Over The Door Pulleys
Muscle Roller Massage Roller Stick for Athletes, Help Reducing Muscle Soreness Cramping Tightness Leg Arms Back Calves Muscle Massager(Green White - 18 inch)
5 Pcs Professional Resistance Bands. Latex-Free, Elastic Band, Work Out Bands, Stretch Bands for Working Out Women or Men, Exercise Bands Set for Physical Therapy, Yoga, Pilates
Exercise Equipment
When it comes to exercise equipment, you can definitely get into the weeds. Brands, nifty gadgets, and the like tend to dominate the discussion here. But, as is often the case: keeping it simple tends to be best. You don't need to worry about name brand kettle bells made from organic, free-range cast-iron 🙂 Just a simple kettle bell will do. So below, you'll see examples of some core pieces of exercise equipment that we use in the clinic with patients, at home in our own lives, and things we recommend for people looking to get stronger, move better, and become more healthy and fit.Â
Kinesiology Tape
KinesioTex Gold Tape, Kinesiology Tape. We recommend this kinesiology tape for general purpose use, and for people who may have skin integrity issues. For example, elderly people with thinner skin, or people who experience irritation with other adhesives.Â
Rock Tape, Kinesiology Tape. We recommend this kinesiology tape for sports-related activities and work. It tends to stick to the skin better than some other brands. If you have skin integrity issues, maybe try another brand.
Rock Tape, Kinesiology Tape, Bulk Roll (the Big one). We recommend this kinesiology tape for sports-related activities and work. It tends to stick to the skin better than some other brands. If you have skin integrity issues, maybe try another brand.
KT Tape, Kinesiology Tape. KT tape is probably one of the more "popular" or mainstream brands of kinesiology tape. We recommend this kinesiology tape for sports-related activities and water activities. It tends to do well in wetter environments. They also come with pre-cut rolls, making it easier to apply.
KT Tape, Kinesiology Tape; Pre-Cut Rolls. KT tape is probably one of the more "popular" or mainstream brands of kinesiology tape. We recommend this kinesiology tape for sports-related activities and water activities. It tends to do well in wetter environments. They also come with pre-cut rolls, making it easier to apply.
Foot Health ProductsÂ
Rubber foot roller & massager. This is good for folks with plantar fasciitis and other pains and tightness on the sole of their foot.Â
Yes4All High Density Half Round Foam Roller Support Pain Relieved, Physical Therapy, Back, Leg and Muscle Restoration, 12", 18", 24", 36"
Foot Massager Roller,Massage Lacrosse Ball,Spiky Ball Therapy Set for Relieve Plantar Fasciitis,Heel & Foot Arch Pain and Deep Tissue Massage
Books & Resources
Treat Your Own Back, by Robin McKenzie provides an understanding of how the spine works, the basics of mechanical back pain and common causes of back pain. It then offers do-it-yourself back pain relief techniques, including postural changes, ergonomics and clinically proven McKenzie Method® exercises.
Treat Your Own Back, by Robin McKenzie provides a rational explanation for the causes of joint pain, specifically shoulder pain and explains how, over time, unhealthy posture can contribute significantly to shoulder pain. You will receive education on postures, activities and exercises you can do to remain free of disabling symptoms. You will also receive advice on how to avoid detrimental forces of daily living and how to apply beneficial strategies.
7 Steps to a Pain-Free Life: How to Rapidly Relieve Back, Neck, and Shoulder Pain, by Robin McKenzie helps readers understand and learn the common causes of lower back, neck pain and shoulder pain, the vital role discs play in back and neck health, & easy exercises that alleviate pain immediately.
Built to Move: The 10 Essential Habits to Help you Move Freely and Live Fully, by Kelly & Juliet Starrett shares how your body is built to move, not sit in a chair all day. This book shares 10 physical assessments and 10 exercises or practices that anyone can do to improve lifelong mobility & strength.Â
Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well, by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon covers an important topic for those of us who are aging and want to live as healthy as possible for as long as possible. It covers the importance of muscle strength and protein intake, backed by research and medical case studies. It does read a bid "salesy" in some sections, but the core information is good stuff.Â
Runner's World Train Smart, Run Forever: How to Become a Fit and Healthy Lifelong Runner by Following The Innovative 7-Hour Workout Week, by Bill Pierce and Scott Murr got me (Rafi) through training for my first Half Marathon. The book covers everything from how much to train/run, running form & posture, and even includes a detailed workout program for runners who want to be lifelong runners.Â
Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen, by Christopher McDougall is an inspiring read about a tribe called the Tarahumara Indians in Mexico's Copper Canyons and how they've developed the ability to run incredibly long distances, with minimal footwear. It's a great story, and also highlights how we're all "born to run".Â
Born to Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide, Christopher McDougall & Eric Orton is a follow-up to Chritopher's first book Born to Run. Whether you're ramping up for a race or recuperating from an injury, Born to Run 2 is a holistic program for runners of every stripe that centers on seven key themes: food, fitness, form, footwear, focus, fun, and family.
Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, by J. Ratey, MD is a great read. It dives into research and evidence about exercise and how it affects your mood, improves memory, and combats stress. Dr. Ratey even covers a case study of a school district that implemented a fitness program and improved children's test scores.Â
Surgery, The Ultimate Placebo: A Surgeon Cuts through the Evidence, by Ian Harris, an orthopedic surgeon covers the evidence around surgery. He answers the question: Does surgery really help? And the surprising answer for many operations is, "No, it doesn't". As Ian mentioned on a podcast interview he did with Rafi, for many complaints and conditions, the benefits from surgery are lower, and the risks higher, than you or your surgeon think.Â
Running & Walking Shoe Options
Xero Shoes Men's HFS II Barefoot Running Shoes. Rafi loves his pairs of Xero shoes. These are great for running.
Merrell Men's Vapor Glove 5 Sneaker. Rafi has gone through a couple pairs of Vapor Gloves. They're really comfortable, like you're wearing a sock with a sole. The only potential downside is that they tend to wear out quickly if you put a lot of road miles on them.
ALTRA Men's Torin 7 Road Running Shoe. For those that want more support than a barefoot shoe provides, Altra provides a good option. They have a wide toe box, which means your toes don't get squished. These have an average amount of "stack height" (cushion), at 28mm. But the nice thing about these is they provide a "zero drop" sole, which means that there's no heel rise. This means it doesn't alter your natural gait or running pattern.Â
WHITIN Men's Barefoot Running Shoes | Minimalist Cross-Trainer | Zero Drop Sole. For those that want to try barefoot or minimalist shoes without the high price tag, WHITIN by Amazon is a great option. They have a wide toe box, which means your toes don't get squished & Â a "zero drop" sole, which means that there's no heel rise. This means it doesn't alter your natural gait or running pattern.
Vivobarefoot Primus Lite Knit Mens Barefoot Shoes | Build Strength, Balance & Mobility | Lightweight for Training & Running | Wide Fit Grounding Shoes | Flexible Knit. Now, these shoes run a little high on the price side, but they are by far some of the most comfortable and durable barefoot/minimalist shoes we've ever tried.Â
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