The Push Up: 2 Individuals, 2 Different Drivers and 2 Distinct Treatments

Tough to Treat

In our latest episode, we explore the fascinating stories of two individuals navigating the challenges of mastering the push-up despite their unique injury history. Both individuals had different pain experiences with this movement.

Remember-What set them up?

What kept them there?

We explore why the push-up experience varied greatly between these 2 people and why it was so unique in these 2 individuals.

"Push" is a part of daily life whether we realize it or not from pushing open an umbrella to pushing a door open to a full push-up on the floor of a declined bench. The "What set them up?" is a significant factor in how they were assessed and treated.

One individual was a former boxer and the other held a desk job but had an extensive exercise and injury history.

Join us as we unravel the complex interplay of factors shaping each individual's journey toward mastering this seemingly simple yet profound exercise.

A glance at this episode:

• [4:57] Two men's push-up techniques and their impact on their bodies

• [10:04] Elbow injuries in boxers and their impact on grip strength

• [18:44] Rehabilitation exercises for shoulder and elbow issues

• [24:03] Exercise progression for two patients-they are very different

• [29:53] Shoulder pain and movement analysis

• [35:32] Rehabilitation strategies specific to the push up

• [40:38] Relevant exercises for lower body and upper body strength

Related links:

• The Franklin Method Fellowship Podcast

• Tough To Treat Website

• Erica’s Course: Decoding the Complex Patient

• Susan’s Pelvic Health Education Subscription

• Access the Transcript