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What effect does hip strengthening have on running and single-leg squatting mechanics?
by Leah Flamm, PT, DPT Looking at a study by Richard W. Willy, PT, PhD, OCS, and Irene S. Davis, PT, PhD, FAPTA Background Abnormal hip and knee mechanics may be related to a number of running-related injuries, from stress fractures, to IT band syndrome, to...
ACL Injury
by Scott Vocke, DPT, CMTPT Physical Therapist The ACL is one of four ligaments that helps to stabilize the knee. It is most commonly injured during quick stopping and twisting motions of the knee with the foot planted on the ground. Surgery can be performed to repair...
What are the Risk Factors for Reinjury Following an ACL Reconstruction?
by Alex Tan, PT, DPT OCS Physical Therapist Background: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture rate is the highest in young athletes who participate in sports involving cutting and pivoting (basketball, skiing, soccer) and when they occur tend to be season-ending...
Physical Therapy and Online Programs to treat Hip Osteoarthritis, Knee Osteoarthritis, or Both
by John A. Baur, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT Physical Therapist Many people are finding information about treatments for health conditions on the internet. A novel approach to physical therapy takes advantage of this propensity to engage online with treatment. This...
Is Physical Therapy the best treatment for Gluteal Tendinopathy?
by John A. Baur, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPTPhysical Therapist Gluteal Tendinopathy – Hip Pain Patients know it as hip pain, but the medical term is gluteal tendinopathy and this is often seen in conjunction with Trochanteric/Hip Bursitis. Gluteal tendinopathy can...
The Key Benefits and Goals of Physical Therapy
The Role of Physical Therapy The role of physical therapy is to help regain and restore the pain-free and comfortable movement and overall health that a person experienced prior to an injury, illness or disability. To achieve this, the physical therapist will design...
Low-Impact Pinched Nerve Exercises
Back stretches for pinched nerves: Side bends Start in a standing position with your hands on your hips. Maintain straight posture. Gently stretch your lower back by leaning to the left and the right. Perform five side bends towards each side of your body. Twist Start...
Think You Have a Pinched Nerve?
Signs and symptoms of a pinched nerve include: Tingling Burning Numbness Pain Muscle weakness (especially in the arms/hands if you have a pinched nerve in your neck) “Pins and needles” The area may feel like it has "fallen asleep" You may experience worsened symptoms...
Four Tests to Determine if You Have a Pinched Nerve in Your Neck
If you have any of the following symptoms, you may be suffering from a pinched nerve: Pain in the neck that radiates beyond your elbow or to your fingertips Shoulder blade pain Hand, arm, or shoulder weakness Dull aches, numbness, or tingling Pain aggravated by neck...
Are You Wondering if Physical Therapy is the Right Solution for You?
Are You Wondering if Physical Therapy is the Right Solution for You? Are you wondering if you need physical therapy? Physical therapy isn’t just for those recovering from surgery or physical trauma. In fact, it has a ton of benefits that many people are not...
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