Juniper Insights

Many people feel hamstring tightness and automatically assume they need to stretch. This makes sense because, for years, we’ve been told that stretching is the remedy for tight muscles. Over the past decade (or more!), however, science and the movement industry have realized this advice’s simplicity and changed the narrative. We now hear words like […]

I learned of the importance of natural or homemade deodorant when I was in college in the late 90s. My roommate and best friend was a modern-day hippy. We first met freshman year of college. I remember her walking down the dorm hallway wearing a long flowing dark amber skirt, a black tank, and Birkenstocks. […]

Understanding Rotator Cuff Tears Rotator cuff tears can be a source of significant discomfort and concern. The fear of needing surgery and enduring weeks of recovery with a sling is something many individuals face when experiencing shoulder pain. As a physical therapist with years of experience, I’ve witnessed this apprehension firsthand in my clients. Exploring […]