Do You Have to Have an Injury to See a Physical Therapist? No, you don’t have to be injured to see a physical therapist (PT). While a lot of people consult a physical therapist because they have experienced an injury or have had surgery, Physical Therapy is much more than rehabilitating injuries. As movement experts, […]
Baker cysts develop when there is damage/injury to the knee joint or the tissues around the knee joint that results in inflammation. In response to this inflammation, the knee produces excess synovial fluid (a lubricating fluid which helps reduce friction between the moving parts of the knee) which travels behind the knee and accumulates in […]
While hamstring strains are common injuries in athletes, you can do things to reduce your risk of suffering from a hamstring injury. What are the hamstrings? The hamstrings are a group of three muscles at the back of the thigh. These muscles help you bend your knee and extend your hip. They are “two-joint” muscles […]
Has your child been diagnosed with Osgood-Schlatter Disease? Are they having pain and/or inability to participate in sports or recreation? We can help! What is Osgood-Schlatter Disease? Osgood-Schlatter Disease (OSD) is a common cause of knee pain seen in growing adolescents. The term “disease” is misleading since this is not truly a “disease” but rather […]
AVOIDING INJURIES IN PICKLEBALL Pickleball has become one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. While pickleball is a safe sport, there are some common injuries that can be prevented with proper preparation. The potential injuries that can occur in the legs or lower back include: Calf strains and tears Ankle sprain Flares […]
Rotator cuff tears are common shoulder injuries. They can occur during sport activities, with any strenuous upper-extremity activity, or with falls or trauma. Tears can also be degenerative, occurring over time. Partial vs Complete Tears A partial tear is when one of the muscles that makes up your rotator cuff is worn or damaged. A […]
Plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is one of the most common causes of heel pain. Plantar fasciitis affects people of all ages, both athletes and nonathletes. Foot anatomy The foot is made up of: 26 bones 30 joints more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments These structures work together to provide support, balance, and mobility. […]
ACL Injury Risk ACL injuries are common in sports such as basketball, soccer, football, and many other sports. ACL injuries can lead to future problems for young athletes. Besides the possibility of having to set out an entire season due to surgery and rehabilitation, ACL injuries can impact scholarship opportunities, athletic performance, academic performance, and […]
How Hyponatremia May Be a Risk for You Water is crucial to performance, but it turns out you can over do it As we enter the start of an extremely hot summer, hydration becomes more of a priority. Rising temperatures can result in increased amounts of sweating which means you need to consume more […]
Intervertebral Discs The intervertebral discs are localized in between all the vertebrae except for the atlanto–axial and sacral vertebrae. The intervertebral discs function to allow movement of the spine, absorb shock and transmit loads through the vertebral column. The intervertebral discs undergo wear and tear over time, no matter what we do. What is Degenerative […]
