Muscle injuries (strains) are a common injury among both inactive and active people. These injuries can become recurrent and lead to significant losses in function and sport participation. Research has previously shown injections such as PRP (platelet rich plasma) are costly and ineffective to treat these muscular injuries. Conversely, these injuries require Physical Therapy and...
At Mend we provide many treatments to our Boulder Physical Therapy patients, but strength training is the common treatment between all patients and conditions. Often we prescribe an effective resistance training exercise leading to quick gains in strength. This rapid increase in strength over the first 6-8 weeks of an exercise program is due to...
There are few treatments more effective for the prevention and treatment of injuries and musculoskeletal conditions than resistance training. Unfortunately, many Americans are not performing enough strengthening to prevent the loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) which begins to occur in the 3rd decade of life. After age 30 we begin to demonstrate a progressive loss...
Dry Needling performed by licensed Physical Therapists is gaining momentum in clinics and research trials across the country. This intervention can be an excellent treatment for patients suffering from pain and trigger points within their muscles. Trigger points are hyper irritable bands of tissue contributing to pain, loss of flexibility, and impaired strength in patients. The...
New data shows 1 in 2 Americans report at least one chronic medical condition affecting the musculoskeletal system. This number far outpaces other chronic conditions affecting the heart, lungs, metabolic system, or cancer. Examples, include low back pain, knee pain, osteoarthritis, neck pain, and post operative conditions. Thankfully, research supports treatments provided by Physical Therapists...
At Mend, we provide every patient with an individualized exercise program specific to their condition. These programs are focused to deliver optimal results in the least amount of time possible. Exercise is one of our most powerful interventions to eliminate pain and restore function without the use of more risky medications or surgery. The...
I would imagine the foam roller is slowly taking the place of the exercise ball as the most common piece of exercise equipment in people’s homes. Its’ low price and versatility for both exercise and self treatment make it very popular among clients and patients alike. The foam roller is an effective piece of equipment...