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Pelvic Health endometr, pelvic health, pelvic pain, sexual health
Endometriosis is a challenging and often debilitating condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus, leading to severe pelvic pain
Exercise exercise, exercise prescription, objective performance testing, training
Most psychology 101 courses cover the interesting question of nature vs. nurture.  In short, how many of our current traits
Back Injuries core strengthening, low back pain, pelvic floor strengthening, pelvic health, post-partum
Low back pain is the most common condition seen by primary care physicians and Physical Therapists.  Although prevalent, low back
Uncategorized bone density, exercise, osteoporosis, strength training
In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we utilize the latest research findings to help patients achieve
Uncategorized aerobic exercise, disease risk, exercise, high intensity interval training
Aerobic exercise should be the foundation of your weekly exercise program performed most days of the week.  Significant mental, emotional,
Uncategorized exercise, low back pain, strength training
Low back pain is one of the most common conditions we see in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical
Uncategorized cycling
Saddle sores are a common issue for cyclists at our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics.  These occur
cycling AC sprains, cycling, shoulder injury, shoulder pain
An acromioclavicular (AC) joint sprain, common among cyclists after a fall, occurs when the ligaments connecting the collarbone to the
Knee Injuries exercise, foot, knee pain, patellofemoral pain, strength training
In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy Clinics we are focused on identifying both the pain generator and
Exercise exercise, exercise prescription, strength training, training
Strength training is an essential part of any weekly workout program.  Priority should be given to aerobic exercise first, followed
Exercise aging, gratitude, lifespan, longevity, mental health
As Physical Therapists, we frequently work with patients on restoring lost function from pain, injury, surgery, or disease.   Our brains
Press Release
By utilizing evidence-based strength training programs, Mend’s expert clinicians provide personalized care to help patients regain bone mass and achieve
Back Injuries exercise, low back pain, walking
Low back pain remains the most common reason patients seek care from a primary care physician and Physical Therapist.  At
Women's Health female athlete, pelvic floor, post-partum, pregnancy, return to sport
Bringing a new life into the world is an incredible journey that transforms us in profound ways. However, the postpartum
climbing climbing, overtraining, rock climbing, sports performance
Overtraining syndrome (OTS) is a condition that arises from an imbalance between training, recovery, and the body's ability to adapt.
Racquet Sports injury prevention, pickleball, raquet sports, sports performance, tennis
You might have noticed that your neighbor, aunt, or even dentist is getting into the pickleball craze. This dynamic paddle
running knee arthritis, knee osteoarthritis, knee pain, running
Previous research has shown exercise has a protective effect on knee cartilage and the development of osteoarthritis.  Cartilage is a
Exercise aerobic exercise, cycling, exercise, high intensity interval training, intensity, vo2 max
One of our best measures of an individual's fitness and overall physical health is the VO2 max.  This measurement allows
Uncategorized cardiovascular disease, disease risk, exercise, sedentary, sitting
As a country we have become more sedentary due to technological advances at work.  Allowing employees to sit and work
Pelvic Health hip replacement, incontinence, knee replacement, pelvic health, total joint replacement
A recent article published in February 2024 explores the correlation between urinary incontinence and the need for total hip and
headaches cervicogenic headache, dry needling, exercise, headache, spinal manipulation
Headaches are one of the most common reasons patients seek care by a Physical Therapist.  In our Boulder Physical Therapy
Exercise
Time continues to be the most common barrier to participants beginning or continuing an exercise program.  As adults look to
Back Injuries
In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we commonly see patients with back pain that have not
Back Injuries, Uncategorized back injuries, back pain, low back pain, spinal manipulation
Spinal manipulation may be one of the oldest forms of treatment in medicine dating at least back to Hippocrates.  This