The Resilient Body with Dr. Ar'neka

This episode we explore the difference between flexibility and mobility—a topic inspired by frequent patient conversations about pain and tightness.  Join us as we clarify what flexibility really entails, why mobility is crucial, and how to integrate effective mobility movements into your routine. Hip shifter SA Foam roller Hip car Book your free 20-minute discovery call to chat about your goals a...

In this episode, we're diving into shoulder blade pain—the kind that sits between your spine and shoulder blade, often feeling like a dull ache or a pinched nerve. We'll explore why stretching and rolling might not be the solution and how strengthening the surrounding muscles can bring lasting relief. Whether this pain is a recent issue or something you've been dealing with for year...

In this episode, we discuss pelvic health from a different lens.  Many individuals experience fears and worries related to pelvic health issues, such as anxiety about pain, embarrassment about discussing symptoms, concerns about sexual dysfunction, and fears of invasive treatments or surgeries. The mental health aspects of pelvic health issues are frequently overlooked. The stigma and embarrassmen...

This episode is inspired by conversations I've had with moms about their pelvic floor issues and Kegels. The majority of the time when we talk about peeing your pants with coughing, sneezing, or laughing a mom's first response is "I've been doing my kegels" or "My doctor just told me to kegel and follow up with them". What does that even mean?  In this episode, w...

In this episode, we are diving into a common misconception that a tight muscle doesn't always mean you need to stretch. This conversation is inspired by patients who come into the office saying they need to do more stretching or asking for a stretch routine because their muscles are tight. We have to stop and assess why those muscles are tight or always tight for some people. Why do you conti...

This episode is inspired by conversations I’ve had with potential patients about what they’re looking for as an outcome. In our society, we are taught that quick fixes or band aids are what is going to solve your pain or problem but the reality is it’s only covering up the symptoms and may be causing you more harm in the long run. One of the biggest things that we focus on in our office is long-te...

In this guest episode, I have the privilege to talk to Tiffany K Martin, who is the Founder and Executive Director of Our Health Elevated & Community. A non profit organization geared towards providing individuals with the access, information and resources they need to make informed, high-quality health decisions for themselves and loved ones. I have the honor to be a board member of this orga...

In this episode, we talk about The Resilient Spine Process and how we get patients the best outcomes. We pride ourselves on being unique and our process is just that. No more quick adjustments and dropping in when you're in pain. We are here to change that idea behind typical chiropractic to our model of rehab chiropractic. In our model, you don't just get out of pain but you get back to...

This is episode is inspired by conversations i've been having with potential patients in our Discovery Calls. People are use to or expecting the traditional chiropractic route many, quick adjustments whenever they are in pain or in a bad flare up or plans that have them getting adjusted 3x a week for forever with no end date. Thats not how we operate at Resilient Spine. We are very intentiona...

In this episode, we discuss 3 things that patients talk about that are actually masking their pain.  If you have a movement or joint problem and no one has assessed how you move, that is the first problem. Assessing your movement and figuring out WHY you having that pain is the key to solving your pain or injury for the long term. Not trying injections to see if they work or popping an advil every...

Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast, where we dive deep into the three limiting factors that could be causing your low back pain. Low back pain is a complex issue, unique to each individual, and understanding its multifactorial nature is key to finding effective solutions. We'll explore three crucial factors contributing to low back pain: limited hip mobility, restricted rib ca...

In this episode, Chelsea McMann, a Registered Nurse and Child Development Expert, shares her journey into becoming a Mama Coach. She focuses on holistic sleep support, focusing on toddler sleep. Chelsea emphasizes the importance of connection, communication, and consistency in addressing toddler sleep issues. Mamas can implement practical strategies from her approach to tackle rough bedtimes and m...

In this episode, we are discussing deep glute pain aka piriformis syndrome. It has sciatic-like symptoms and is often mistaken as such. We discuss what the piriformis is, the connections it has in areas of our body, and other ways you can work on that deep glute pain without stretching. Movements to help: Pelvic tilt breathing Staggered hip hinge Click here for Friends & Family Month Special !...

This conversation with Ahrianna of Remedy MT is really just a continuation of our coffee shop conversation. We cover so many things from chronic pain relief, injury rehabilitation, and her background and approach to her massage therapy practice which I thought was unique. We discuss the use of instruments for scraping and cupping in sessions and what a typical session with her looks like. The proc...

I can't believe this is the 100th episode of The Resilient Body Podcast!! I want to thank every one of you that have listened to, downloaded, or shared this podcast with your friends or loved ones. My goal is to give you as much knowledge and tools that I can so you can implement this is to your daily life.  For this episode I decided to do something different and share with you the story of...

In this episode we are discusses the 5 main reasons why the typical chiropractic model was just not for me. When I am explaining to potential patients or just people out in the community about our unique process at Resilient Spine, their eyebrows always rise. They are interested and what could this rehab chiropractor possibly do with me for 1 hour. There is alot that can be accomplished in one hou...

In this episode we talk about our unique process at Resilient Spine. I’ve gotten questions about “how can we work with you?” or “I just can’t come in for an adjustment or soft tissue work?” Well this episode explains everything, how everyone has to start with a discovery call before coming into our office, to us deciding if we want to take you on as a patient, and then providing you a customized p...

This episode is inspired by conversations I have been having with patients in the office and moms around the Sacramento community. They are experiencing leaking, painful sex and just living life because it’s common, but it's not normal . We don’t know what we don’t know, and in this episode, we are discussing what your pelvic floor is, what it means to have a tight pelvic floor, and 4 signs t...

This is the first guest episode and it is a privilege to do it with someone who has become a dear friend, Dr. Kim Manlangit. She is the owner of Lakás Physical Therapy and a basketball coach at her alma mater. In this episode, we will be discussing Dr. Kim’s story of recovering from two ACL injuries, her different approach, and how we bonded over being minority female business owners. Tune in to l...

This episode is inspired by conversations I have been having with patients and in the dms about restarting or getting on track for their health and wellness goals. Whatever those exercise or movement goals are for you I want to make sure you are still working towards hitting them and your body isn’t slowing you down. In this episode, we talk about the 5 keys to achieving your movement goals. Pick...

Today’s episode is all about reflection and wrap-up of 2023 for Resilient Spine. We will talk about things we have accomplished in 2023, pick a word of the year,  and tell you about future plans coming up in 2024.  Book your free 20-minute discovery call to chat about your goals and ways I can support you! Thank you so much for checking out this The Resilient Body Podcast episode. If you haven’t d...

This episode is inspired by end of the year reflection. As we get closer to the end of the year I am wrapping up things looking at notes and data and I noticed some common trends that came across. It was these 3 areas of the body that tend to be most problem areas for patients in my office. I wanted to share those problem areas with yall, see if you can relate and take anything valuable to help yo...

Today’s episode is inspired by my 2 oldest patients. If I had a nickel for every time someone made a comment, “Oh, im just getting old” or “just don’t get old” I think i’d be rich. For some reason people have linked age with stiffness, aches and pains but thats not necessarily true. There are so many things that play a role in your body and how it functions as you get older and things you can do a...

Episode notes: This episode is inspired by moms who have come into the office with painful C-section scars. They range anywhere from 5 months postpartum to 5 years. Postpartum is forever yall and your body has changed since you gave birth but your C-section shouldn't be painful or numb in the end. It may be common, but it's not normal and there are things that can be done. In this episod...

Episode Notes: This episode is inspired by a recent patient with hand numbness. She has had carpal tunnel surgery on one wrist and doesn't want to have another. After an evaluation we learned that the symptoms were coming from her pec area and we were able to put her in a position where her numbness went away! Seeing how exciting and amazed she was, I knew there were people are there are may...