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. […]

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 […]

  Overtraining Syndrome is a medical condition which occurs when the athlete’s stress load (exercise) becomes excessive without allowing appropriate recovery periods. Rather than positive adaptations from training, maladaptation occurs resulting in a decline in performance. Causes of Overtraining: Inadequate recovery between training sessions High intensity training over the body’s ability to adapt and recover […]

It seems that most people understand the benefits of performing single leg strength and stability drills. In particular, Single-Leg Roman Deadlifts (SL RDLs) are very popular with physical therapists, athletic trainers, personal trainers, as well as gym goers. This exercise is popular for targeting the hamstrings, the gluteal muscles, the gastrocs and ankle stabilizers and […]

 Physical Therapy Innovations’ Training Can Help You Return to Sport Have you had an orthopedic injury/surgery such as a knee, shoulder, elbow, or ankle injury?  Did you attend traditional physical therapy, but are not 100% after discharge?  Did your physical therapist provide you with sport specific training to prepare you for return to your sport(s)? […]

Whether you’re an athlete or a weekend warrior, our physical therapist can help improve your performance and prevent injury. Avoid Future Injuries and Improve Your Overall Performance While physical therapists are best known for helping you heal and get over injuries, their expertise can also help you avoid future injuries. Your therapist does this by considering: […]

The serratus anterior (SA) muscle is critical in healthy shoulder function. It is a prime mover and stabilizer of the scapula, contributing to normal scapulohumeral rhythm. The humerus sits within the glenoid fossa of the scapula, forming the glenohumeral joint. The scapula attaches then to the back of the rib cage forming the scapulothoracic joint. […]