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Size Of Disc Injury Does Not Predict Which Patients Will Undergo Future Back Surgery
Back Injuries
back and leg pain
,
disc injury
,
imaging
,
low back pain
,
lumbar disc injury
,
prognosis
Our understanding of low back (lumbar) disc injuries and their influence on a patient’s pain and function has grown tremendously
No Evidence For Utilization Of Spinal Manipulation For Non Musculoskeletal Disorders
Manual Therapy
manual therapy
,
spinal manipulation
Spinal manipulation is one of the oldest forms of medical treatment dating to at least Hippocrates. Currently, three professions, including
Posterior Chain Strengthening Superior To General Exercise For Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
Back Injuries
chronic pain
,
deadlift
,
low back pain
,
posterior chain
,
strength training
Chronic low back pain is a common condition described as pain lasting longer than 3 months in duration. At this
Headaches No More: Research Reveals Dry Needling’s Remarkable Impact
headaches
cervicogenic headache
,
dry needling
,
headaches
,
tension type headache
Headaches are a universal experience, affecting millions worldwide. They come in various forms, from the dull ache of a tension
Incorporating Tabata Intermittent Training Into Your High Intensity Workouts
Exercise
aerobic exercise
,
interval training
,
performance
Interval cardiovascular training has been around at least since the 1930s when Swedish coaches introduced Fartlek training to their athletes.
No Differences Found Between Custom Or Over The Counter Insoles For Heel Pain
Foot and Ankle Injuries
foot pain
,
heel pain
,
orthotics
,
plantar fasciitis
Plantar heel pain, including plantar fasciitis and plantar fasciosis, is associated with pain along the heel and arch of the
Runners With Previous Injury Are Twice As Likely To Sustain Future Injury
Running Injuries
injury risk
,
running
,
running injury
It is rare to find a runner who has not experienced an injury in the past requiring them to miss
Incorporating The Deadlift For Low Back Pain
Back Injuries
deadlift
,
exercise
,
low back pain
,
strength training
Low back pain is a common human experience affecting up to 90% of individuals at some point in their lifetimes.
Walking Program Associated With A Significant Reduction In Infections
Exercise
exercise
,
health benefits
,
immune system
Our immune system is one of the amazing cellular networks in our body. This system has come into direct focus
Unwarranted Clinical Practice Variation Associated With Transition From Acute To Chronic Low Back Pain
Back Injuries
chronic pain
,
low back pain
,
opioids
,
prognosis
Low back pain is the leading cause of disability in our country, costing billions of dollars per year, felt by
Lower Surgical Rates Found With In Person Physical Therapy For Patients With Spinal Stenosis
Back Injuries
back and leg pain
,
exercise
,
home exercise program
,
lumbar spinal stenosis
Lumbar spinal stenosis is a relatively common condition affecting older adults. Narrowing of the bony canals surrounding the spinal nerves
Using Weight Training To Reverse Or Delay The Onset Of Osteoporosis
Women's Health
bone density
,
bone health
,
osteoporosis
,
strength training
,
women's health
An estimated 40% of women and 13% of men over 50 years old will have at least one fracture due
No Differences Found In Return To Play For PRP and PT vs. PT Alone After Hamstring Injury
sports injuries
hamstring injury
,
PRP
,
sports injuries
,
strength training
Hamstring strains come in three grades of severity from a less severe strain to a complete tear. They often occur
How Does Exercise Reduce My Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease?
Exercise
cardiovascular disease
,
exercise
,
heart disease
,
inflammation
Up until the COVID pandemic, cardiovascular disease was the leading cause of death for both men and women in our
Physical Therapy Joint Mobilizations Improve Hip Strength
Manual Therapy
knee pain
,
manual therapy
,
patellofemoral pain
,
strength
Physical Therapy spinal and extremity joint mobilizations are slow passive movements applied to a patient’s joint surfaces. These interventions have
The Greatest Weakness Of The Wear And Tear Hypothesis For Joint Arthritis
Knee Injuries
arthritis
,
exercise
,
knee arthritis
,
knee pain
Authors estimate 1 in 10 Americans over age 60 report symptomatic, not to be confused with those who are pain
Can I Still Be Fit If I Am Overweight, But Active?
Exercise
cardiovascular disease
,
exercise
,
health risks
,
obesity
Americans who are overweight are at a higher risk of many diseases including heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and some cancers.
1 in 3 Pain Free Knees Demonstrate A Meniscal Tear On MRI
Knee Injuries
imaging
,
knee arthritis
,
knee pain
,
meniscal tear
,
MRI
MRI technology continues to improve benefiting clinicians searching for serious pathology, but at a cost of identifying non serious pathology
If It Improves Performance And Lowers Injury Risk, Why Are Triathletes Not Strength Training?
Sports Performance
exercise
,
sports performance
,
strength training
,
triathon
Boulder is one of our country’s hubs for endurance athletes including those training for one of the race distances in
How Long Should I Walk To Lose Weight?
Exercise
exercise
,
obesity
,
walking
,
weight loss
The CDC reports over 2/3 of Americans are either overweight or obese with less than 1/3 reaching the recommended 150
The Powerful Antioxidant Effects Of Exercise
general physical therapy
anti oxidants
,
exercise
,
free radicals
,
health benefits
It is hard to walk through any health food aisle in the grocery store without coming across another food, drink,
What Is The Best Time To Exercise To Lower Blood Sugar Levels?
Exercise
diabetes
,
exercise
,
health benefits
,
high blood sugar
,
obesity
The CDC estimates 10% of Americans have diabetes with close to 95% being diagnosed with Type II diabetes. Type II
Very Few Clinical Benefits Found With Shockwave Therapy For Shoulder Pain
Arm Injuries
modalities
,
rotator cuff tear
,
shoulder pain
As long as I have been in the profession, clinicians have continued to search for the next best thing to
What Are The Best Exercises For Knee Tendon Pain?
Knee Injuries
knee pain
,
patellar tendinopathy
,
plyometrics
,
strength training
Patellar tendinopathy, jumper’s knee, is one of the most common chronic knee injuries found in up to half of all
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