Rehabilitation Techniques for Hip Pain in Athletes
Introduction Hip pain in athletes is a common complaint among professional sports players and can significantly impact performance and quality of life. The hip joint’s complex anatomy and its fundamental role in movement make it susceptible to a variety of injuries and conditions. These can range from acute trauma such as muscle strains and labral […]
Overcoming and Preventing Marathon Injuries
Introduction Frequently participating in long distance races means you will eventually sustain marathon injuries at some point. Unfortunately, these problems may be reoccurring and challenging to resolves. However, with hard work and dedication, you can get past any setback. Reading this article should inform you about common injuries associated with marathon runners. You should also […]
Physical Therapy and Your Journey to Better Posture
Introduction You may require physical therapy for posture alignment if you have a physical problem that limits your body. It helps you recover after an accident, muscle imbalances, improper ergonomics, or sedentary lifestyles. Therefore, indulging in posture rehab exercises can do wonders for your overall health. If you are interested in improving your physical health, […]
Why CrossFit Athletes Should Embrace Physical Therapy
Jun 21, 2023 The world of CrossFit is intense, challenging, and incredibly rewarding. The pursuit of fitness and strength leads many to push their physical boundaries, often neglecting the essential aspect of CrossFit injury prevention. This is where the value of physical therapy shines through, offering both injury prevention strategies and enhancement of athletic performance. […]
Benefits of Performance Physical Therapy for CrossFit & Fitness Athletes
Crossfit and functional fitness training are high-intensity sports that require a lot from your body. Athletes in these sports push themselves to the limit, which can lead to injuries and pain. That’s why performance physical therapy is so important for crossfit and functional fitness athletes. Performance physical therapy focuses on improving athletic performance, preventing injuries, […]
Benefits of Performance Physical Therapy for Golfers
Golf is a physically demanding sport that requires proper body mechanics and conditioning. Performance physical therapy can help golfers improve their game by addressing specific issues such as flexibility, strength, and endurance. Here are some key points to keep in mind: Improve Flexibility: Golfers need a full range of motion to perform the golf swing […]
Blood Flow Restriction Training
What is blood flow restriction training (BFRT)? BFRT is a brief and intermittent restriction of blood flow implemented by applying a tourniquet to the proximal upper or lower extremity. Don’t worry, there’s a whole lot of science going on here. After the tourniquet is applied to the limb, the user will increase the pressure within […]
Is Ice Slowing Down Your Healing?
It’s a Thursday evening and you are working out at the gym. You come down from a box jump off balance and roll your ankle during the landing. You begin to experience immediate pain and when you get home you remember what your high school P.E. teacher told you- RICE (rest, ice, compress, elevate). You […]
Golf Like You Mean It
Are you someone who golfs with pain? Is your golf game a little lackluster? Well, keep reading my friend. As golf has become increasingly popular amongst amateur athletes, golf injuries have unfortunately become more popular as well. It is reported that there is a lifetime injury incidence between 25.2% and 67.4% in amateur golfers1. As […]
Should I Exercise During Pregnancy?
Most often, the answer is YES! Physical Activity during pregnancy IS recommended. Current guidelines suggest that all women without contraindications should be physically active. This includes women who are currently active, currently inactive, and those with gestational diabetes. However, there are some conditions where physical activity is NOT recommended such as preeclampsia, triplets, uncontrolled gestational […]