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Headache Treatments For The Athlete And Office Worker
headaches
cervicogenic headache
,
exercise
,
headache
,
spinal manipulation
By Dr. Ian Nay, PT DPT OCS Overview Headaches are extremely common in our population, especially in athletes and people
Overtraining In Rock Climbing
climbing
climbing injuries
,
overtraining
,
rock climbing
By John Crawley, PT, DPT, OCS Overtraining syndrome (OTS) is a condition that arises from an imbalance between training, recovery,
Physical Activity Offsets Detrimental Health Impacts During Perimenopause
Women's Health
disease risk
,
menopause
,
mental health
,
osteoporosis
,
women's health
By Kristin Carpenter, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT The hormonal decline resulting from the menopausal transition (ie: perimenopause) is characterized by
4 Best Yoga Poses to Relieve Low Back Pain
low back pain
And Why They Work Dr. Rani Helvey-Byers, PT, DPT, OCS, RYT-500 Low back pain can be a debilitating condition that
What Is The Best Predictor Of Longevity?
Exercise
,
Uncategorized
aging
,
disease risk
,
exercise
,
lifespan
,
longevity
,
mortality
Quality of life and health span have joined lifespan as optimal goals for aging. Lifespan describes living the years of
Biceps vs. Impingement
Uncategorized
By John Crawley, PT, DPT, OCS Hurt shoulder, what is it? As athletes that use their arms to complete a
Why Do Older Adults Move Slower?
Exercise
aging
,
balance
,
falls
,
rate of force development
,
strength training
As we age many factors limit our ability to move as quickly as we used to including disease processes, medications,
Lateral Elbow Pain in Climbers
elbow pain
By: John Crawley, PT, DPT, OCS Introduction Lateral elbow pain is a common complaint among rock climbers, often impacting performance
Crush Knee Pain, Dominate the WOD: Patellofemoral Pain (PFPS) Solutions for CrossFitters
CrossFit
CrossFit
,
exercise
,
knee pain
,
patellofemoral pain
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), often referred to as “runner’s knee,” can be a frustrating
Losing Weight Through NEAT
Uncategorized
NEAT
,
obesity
,
weight loss
Our bodies require calories to run effectively and efficiently. The vast majority of our daily caloric needs are required to
Which Muscles Are Most Important To Strengthen With Hip Impingement And Labral Tears
Hip Injuries
exercise
,
hip impingement
,
hip pain
,
labral tears
Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) and labral tears are a common cause of hip pain. Commonly symptoms are felt along the front
What Are The Best Treatments For Achilles Tendon Pain?
Foot and Ankle Injuries
achilles tendinitis
,
achilles tendinopathy
,
exercise
,
tendon pain
Achilles tendon pain, previously called achilles tendinitis and now called achilles tendinopathy, is a common condition in both sedentary, active,
Reducing Your Risk Of Dementia
Health
disease risk
,
exercise
,
nutrition
,
obesity
,
sleep
,
smoking
Researchers have estimated the incidence of dementia, and its' most common form Alzheimer's disease, will double approximately every 20 years.
How much high intensity interval training (HIIT) do I need to improve my health?
Exercise
disease risk
,
exercise
,
exercise prescription
High intensity interval training involves alternating between short duration bouts of vigorous and moderate intensities of exercise. The cumulative total
How Can I Lose Weight During Menopause?
Women's Health
exercise
,
exercise prescription
,
female athlete
,
menopause
,
weight loss
,
women's health
One of the most challenging populations for any exercise professional is women entering the perimenopausal or menopausal phases of life
Utilizing Mental Focus To Get The Most Out Of Your Workout
Exercise
exercise
,
exercise prescription
,
strength training
Our brains can be our best or worst training partner. In our previous blogs we have written about how our
Flushing Away Performance: How 'Just in Case' Peeing Impacts Athletes' Pelvic Health
Pelvic Health
female athlete
,
pelvic health
,
urinary incontinence
,
women's health
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS Athletes practice "just in case" (JIC) peeing before workouts to avoid bathroom breaks during
The Importance Of Return To Sport Training After Physical Therapy
Return To Sport
ACL injury
,
exercise
,
return to sport
By Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS At our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy offices, return to sport training
Is there a difference between working out on your own and with a coach?
Bone Health
exercise
,
exercise prescription
,
strength training
Studies have found that training at higher intensities can be more beneficial for bone health and gaining strength than working
Navigating Sexual Well-Being After Childbirth: Why It Matters
Pelvic Health
pelvic health
,
post-partum
,
sexual health
Meet Sarah, a new mom grappling with the challenges of her evolving sex life. Like many new parents, she finds
Understanding Muscle Strains and Tendinopathies: Mend Colorado's Approach
sports injuries
muscle strain
,
sports injury
,
tendinopathy
,
tendon injury
,
treatment
Muscle strains and tendinopathies are common injuries we treat in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics. Common
Reducing Fall Risk And Improving Performance In Pickleball Players
Racquet Sports
balance
,
falls
,
pickleball
,
strength training
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports, especially among recreational athletes. While it’s a great way to stay active, the
Is It Safe To Practice Yoga With Osteoporosis?
Bone Health
bone density
,
exercise
,
osteoporosis
,
yoga
A common question we receive in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy practices is in regards to the
Mend Colorado Promotes One-on-One, Science-Based Personal Training in Boulder with New Webpage
Press Release
The practice is proud to offer M Powered, where patients get to work with certified trainers in a private gym
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