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What Is The Female Athlete Triad?
Women's Health
bone density
,
bone health
,
female athlete triad
,
stress fracture
By Berrin BoyceOverall, the benefits of exercise, including high-intensity exercise are well researched and widely known. However, risks of excessive
How to Identify a Finger Growth Plate Injury in Youth Rock Climbers
climbing
rock climbing
,
sports injuries
,
youth sports
Epiphysial growth plate injuries to the fingers are a serious concern for youth rock climbers. If left untreated, or improperly
How Much Should I Exercise To Lose Weight And Fat Mass?
Exercise
aerobic exercise
,
exercise
,
obesity
,
weight loss
The CDC estimates that 2 out of every 3 American adults are either overweight or obese. These added pounds carry
Scapular Dyskinesis Not Found To Be A Risk Factor For Future Injury
Arm Injuries
athletes
,
overhead athletes
,
scapular dyskinesis
,
shoulder pain
During arm movements, a relative ratio of degree measurements occurs between the ball and socket of the shoulder and the
Additional Health Benefits Found With Greater Amounts Of Vigorous Exercise
Exercise
aerobic exercise
,
aerobic exericse
,
disease risk
,
exercise
,
heart disease
Our home city of Boulder often ranks near the top of fittest cities in the country due to its’ low
The Health Benefits Of Moderate To Vigorous Exercise During Pregnancy
Women's Health
exercise
,
exercise during pregnancy
,
postpartum
,
postpartum fitness
,
pregnancy
Many clients I work with, particularly in the greater Boulder Area who are active and fit prior to pregnancy, want
Best Tips To Stop Leaking While Jumping
Women's Health
incontinence
,
pelvic health
,
pelvic organ prolapse
,
postpartum
,
women's health
Do you experience urinary leaking with jumping jacks, double-unders, box jumps or while jumping on the trampoline? Maybe you’re avoiding
Does Physical Therapy Work for Treating Tinnitus?
headaches
headaches
,
Vestibular
Tinnitus is a condition where one perceives a ringing sound in one or both ears in the absence of external
Physical Therapy For Pelvic Girdle Pain During Pregnancy
Women's Health
pelvic health
,
pelvic pain
,
pregnancy
,
pubic symphysis dysfunction
,
women's health
Diagnosis:Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is musculoskeletal pain that occurs at either SI joint, the pubic bone, the groin, or some
Should I Choose Physical Therapy or Surgery for Hip Impingement?
Hip Injuries
FAI
,
hip impingement
,
hip pain
,
hip surgery
The rates of surgery for femoroacetabular impingement (aka: FAI, hip impingement) have skyrocketed in recent years. Recent studies have shown
Foot Strengthening Reduces Running Injury Risk By 50%
Running Injuries
running
,
running injury
,
strength training
Most running related injuries are overuse in nature and reflect the athlete’s decision to do too much too soon or
No Differences Found Between Manipulation Under Anesthesia And Physical Therapy For Frozen Shoulder
Arm Injuries
frozen shoulder
,
manipulation under anesthesia
,
shoulder pain
,
surgery
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) is a less common source of shoulder pain affecting around 3% of all adults. Its’ prevalence
5 Lower Back Pain Treatments to Reduce Tailbone Pain
Pelvic Health
coccydynia
,
male pelvic health
,
pelvic pain
,
tailbone pain
,
women's health
If you’ve ever experienced the sharp, nagging discomfort of tailbone pain, you know how it can overshadow even the simplest
What Are The Best Treatments For Tailbone Pain?
Pelvic Health
coccydynia
,
male pelvic health
,
pelvic health
,
pelvic pain
,
tailbone pain
,
women's health
Tailbone pain (or coccydynia) is a common issue that can be a result of direct impact/traumatic injury to the tailbone
Improving Core Strength for Climbers Using Eccentric Exercises
climbing
abdominal strength
,
climbing
,
rock climbing
,
sports performance
Many abdominal strengthening exercises focus on the concentric phase of contraction. For climbers this is important, but often the abdominals
Reduced Anxiety Found After 8 Week Resistance Training Program
general physical therapy
anxiety
,
emotional health
,
exercise
,
mental health
,
strength training
In 2020, all Americans have experienced challenges impacting their mental health manifested by feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression. In
Can Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Treat Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Women's Health
constipation
,
incontinence
,
pelvic health
,
pelvic organ prolapse
,
postpartum
,
women's health
Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when there is a lack of support from the muscles or connective tissues around the bladder,
Researchers Recommend Avoiding A Wait And See Approach For Patients With Knee Pain
Knee Injuries
education
,
exercise
,
knee pain
,
patellofemoral pain
The wait and see approach is often utilized by primary care physicians in the management of musculoskeletal conditions. The underlying
5 Ways To Prevent Pain During Intercourse After Pregnancy
Women's Health
labor and delivery
,
pelvic floor
,
pelvic health
,
pelvic pain
,
perineal tear
,
pregnancy
Dyspareunia or pain with intercourse is common after having a baby. An estimated 50% of women report pain with intercourse
How to Best Improve Thoracic Spine Mobility for Rock Climbers
climbing
climbing
,
range of motion
,
rock climbing
,
sports performance
Joint stiffness in the thoracic spine can be a significant contributor to neck, upper back, and shoulder pain in rock
Should Vaginal Weights Be Used For Pelvic Floor Strengthening?
Women's Health
incontinence
,
kegels
,
pelvic floor
,
pelvic organ prolapse
,
women's health
Pelvic floor muscle strengthening is a specific type of training program, targeted to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. The pelvic
How to Treat Toe Pain From Rock Climbing
climbing
foot and ankle
,
foot pain
,
rock climbing
,
sports injuries
Although we tend to think of rock climbing as being most stressful on the upper body, toe pain is surprisingly
Do You Have Wrist Pain While Rock Climbing?
climbing
rock climbing
,
sports injuries
Wrist mobility and stability are crucial to helping prevent injury for rock climbers. The joint between the radius and the
How to Treat Belayer's Neck
climbing
neck pain
,
posture
,
rock climbing
,
sports injuries
How many times have you seen someone whose posture looks like this while belaying?Neck pain is a common in rock
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