While uncommon, injuries to the posterolateral corner (PLC) of the knee can lead to significant and ongoing instability, which may ultimately result in failed anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction if these injuries are not promptly and accurately identified. The posterolateral corner is a complex anatomical region that comprises several critical structures, including ligaments, tendons, and […]

Aging, along with certain health conditions and medications, can cause bones to become progressively weak and brittle, leading to a condition known as osteoporosis. Osteoporosis significantly elevates the risk of fractures, which can greatly limit mobility and independence.  Individuals affected by osteoporosis are considered at an increased risk of falls and bone fractures. The good […]

Do you encounter patients experiencing persistent shoulder pain, limited range of motion, and dysfunction despite your efforts to restore glenohumeral joint mobility, restore anterior chest muscle flexibility, and improve rotator cuff strength? Feeling unsure about the next step? Have you thought about assessing and correcting pelvic alignment to address the issues? Many shoulder dysfunctions are […]

  The way we approach treatment of injuries and post-surgical patients is constantly changing as we continue to learn and understand how the body works. Over the years, ice has been a part of traditional first line treatment of acute injury management, but is this modality supported with the latest research? The History Clinicians, coaches, […]

As physical therapists, we are aware of the importance of adequate amounts of ankle dorsiflexion. It is essential for proper gait mechanics, negotiating stairs, performing squats and sit to stand transfers, jumping and landing, etc. Evidence has shown that poor ankle mobility can increase risk of injury in athletes and non-athletes, leading to injuries to […]

Hip Extension: How Important is this Motion and How Do We Measure it Functionally? The majority of us are noting a quad-dominant trend in our patients and athletes. This imbalance is partially due to the lack adequate hip extension. During a recent clinical training session for hip mobilizations, a conversation with our staff led me […]

HIP IMPINGEMENT Hip impingement is a painful dysfunction of the hip often cause by biomechanical deficiencies.  It can also be known as FAI (femoral acetabular impingement). Hip impingement is a term used to describe when there is hip pain and dysfunction caused by the ball and socket of the hip joint not working properly.   This […]

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, […]

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 […]