by Andy Cook | Oct 10, 2024 | Hip Pain, Lifestyle and Habits, Low Back Pain
Hip mobility is essential for everything from daily activities like walking and sitting to performance in sports, yoga, and other physical activities. Stiffness or limited range of motion in the hips can lead to discomfort and even injury. In this ever-evolving blog...
by Andy Cook | Aug 23, 2024 | Golf Health, Hip Pain, Lifestyle and Habits
In today’s session, we’re diving deep into hip external rotation, focusing on the 90/90 stretch—a foundational position that offers immense benefits for improving your hip mobility. This stretch, when combined with PAILs and RAILs, can help you gain significant...
by Andy Cook | Aug 15, 2024 | Lifestyle and Habits
Starting your day with movement can make all the difference, especially when it comes to keeping your joints healthy and mobile. The Controlled Articular Rotations (CARS) routine is a fantastic way to ensure every joint in your body is moved through its full range of...
by Andy Cook | Nov 24, 2023 | Low Back Pain
Why Won’t This Frustrating Low Back Pain Go Away?! We just had a patient come in the other day, telling Dr. Brandon, “I was laying on my back, not wanting to move, wondering why this back pain won’t go away. It’s really frustrating!” There are a lot of reasons...
by Andy Cook | Nov 14, 2025 | Lifestyle and Habits
Is Listening to Your Story Really the Key to Your Healing? Do you feel like you’ve mastered the art of telling your health story? You’ve gone to several doctors, chiropractors, or physical therapists, only to walk out feeling like you weren’t really heard. Maybe they...
by Andy Cook | Sep 26, 2025 | Hip Pain, Low Back Pain
Not So Straightforward—Healing Is a Journey Along a Winding Path Introduction Picture this: you’re dreaming of getting back to your weekly tennis league. You can almost feel the racket in your hand, hear the sound of the ball hitting the court, and laugh with your...
by Andy Cook | Sep 26, 2025 | Hip Pain, Low Back Pain
The True Enemy of Arthritis Is Avoiding Movement Introduction Have you ever been told, “Don’t squat to pick anything up—you’ve got arthritis in your knees”? Maybe your doctor, a friend, or even a family member said it with the best intentions. And it makes...
by Andy Cook | Aug 22, 2025 | Lifestyle and Habits, Low Back Pain
When we first started practicing, we noticed a pattern. Patient after patient would sit across from us, carrying not just pain in their bodies but also frustration on their faces. We’d hear things like: “I’ve had this pain for years.” “I’ve seen so many...
by Andy Cook | Aug 15, 2025 | Lifestyle and Habits, Low Back Pain
You’ve always been the kind of person who gets things done. Whether it’s keeping up your business, taking care of your family, or showing up for your doubles match, you’ve been there—reliable, capable, active. But lately? Just bending down to tie your shoes feels like...
by Andy Cook | Aug 4, 2024 | Lifestyle and Habits, Low Back Pain
Low back pain and limited flexibility in the lumbar spine can significantly affect your daily life. At Twin Cities Movement, we focus on improving the function and health of the lumbar spine through targeted exercises. Today, we’re going to delve into a technique...
by Andy Cook | Jul 26, 2024 | Lifestyle and Habits, Low Back Pain
Low back pain is a common issue that many people face, often exacerbated by movements like bending. One of the key components in addressing this issue is understanding lumbar flexion and its role in maintaining a healthy back. At Twin Cities Movement, we frequently...
