by Sarah Voelkel Feierstein PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT Introduction In the days following unaccustomed or intense training or competition, athletes often experience dull, aching pain, stiffness, and loss of muscle strength that can last for up to 5-7 days. This phenomenon is...

by Kayla Coad, PT, DPT Introduction: Spondylolisthesis is characterized by anterior slippage of a vertebrae. The purpose of this study is to determine if there are specific signs (what can be observed), symptoms (what is felt by the patient, eg pain), and functional...

by Sarah Voelkel Feierstein PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT Introduction Osteoarthritis (OA) is a disease which causes degeneration of joint tissue due to trauma, aging, and metabolic changes. The rising prevalence of knee OA has put an increasingly large physical and financial...

by Sarah Voelkel Feierstein PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT Introduction Osteoarthritis (OA) is a musculoskeletal condition that commonly affects the knee and/or hip joint(s). There is no cure for OA and most treatment options focus on alleviating pain and preventing functional...

by Sarah Voelkel Feierstein PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT Introduction It is theorized that individuals who suffer from migraines are more likely to present with neck pain and cervical muscle dysfunction. There is a lack of information regarding endurance of the neck extensors,...

By Sarah Voelkel Feierstein PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT Introduction Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is a leading cause of disability in the United States. Treatment typically involves symptom management until late stages warrant a knee replacement surgery. Intraarticular...

by Sarah Voelkel Feierstein PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT Introduction Back pain is a commonly reported symptom among pregnant women, especially those in the third trimester. This pain can lead to a temporary disability, sleep-disturbance, and may affect daily living and quality...