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Women's Health delivery, pelvic health, pregnancy
As a pelvic health physical therapist who works with individuals during pregnancy I am often asked, “What is the best
Vestibular BPPV, vertigo, Vestibular
Are you or someone you know experiencing vertigo? Vertigo is the sensation of the room spinning around you, or the sensation
climbing rock climbing, sports injuries, sports performance
Most climbers are aware of the importance of finger flexor strength. But how strong are your finger EXTENSORS?Finger extensors are
Back Injuries disc injury, imaging, low back pain, lumbar disc injury
In previous blogs we have discussed the limitations of imaging, including MRI, for musculoskeletal conditions including low back pain. The
general physical therapy aging, older adults, sacropenia, strength training
The negative effects of aging on the body’s muscular system are well established and contributes to increased disease risk, sedentary
Pelvic Health incontinece, male pelvic health, pelvic floor, pelvic health, prostatectomy
A radical prostatectomy is a common treatment option for prostate cancer in which the prostate is surgically removed. It is
climbing brain health, health benefits, mental health, rock climbing
The benefits of physical activity are well documented. Regular exercise has been shown to improve both mental and physical health.
Sports Performance disease risk, health benefits, heart disease, running
Running remains one of the most popular outdoor activities in Boulder where participants can take advantage of the acres of
Running Injuries foam rolling, IT band syndrome, running, running injuries
In previous blogs we have discussed the lack of evidence for the utilization of foam rolling on the IT band.
Pelvic Health constipation, pelvic floor, pelvic health, yoga
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that is thought to be prevalent in up to 9-23% of the world’s
Back Injuries chronic pain, exercise, low back pain, strength training
Low back pain remains one of the constants in life, but thankfully is easily treated with Physical Therapy interventions including
Women's Health pelvic health, postpartum fitness, pregnancy, running
The 6-week postpartum doctor’s visit is when women are often “cleared” for activity and are often advised to start slowly
general physical therapy exercise, strength training, weight training
In our previous blog we discussed the best body weight exercises for the gluteus maximus. In this blog we will
general physical therapy exercise, strength training, strengthening
The gluteus maximus muscle, found directly under the back pocket of your jeans, is key muscle group for both vertical
Pelvic Health male pelvic health, pelvic floor, pelvic floor strengthening, pelvic health, sexual health
Pelvic floor muscles play an important role in sexual function for both men and women as they help increase and
Running Injuries running injuries, running injury, running shoes, shoe wear
In a classic Nike commercial, Michael Jordan denies Mars’ (Spike Lee) repeated statements that it had to be the shoes.
Knee Injuries knee arthritis, knee pain, strength training, strengthening
Knee arthritis remains one of the most common diagnoses leading to disability in middle to older aged adults. Patients commonly
Arm Injuries dry needling, lateral elbow pain, tendon pain, tennis elbow
Lateral elbow pain, previously known as tennis elbow, is the most common reason for elbow pain and 2nd most common
Manual Therapy headache, manipulation, spinal manipulation
Headaches are a common condition reaching greater than 30 billion dollars each year in health care costs. The majority of
Exercise aging, cognition, exercise, mental health
Exercise remains one of the best interventions to improve cognition, memory, and executive function in older adults, as well as,
Pelvic Health pelvic floor, pelvic health, pelvic pain, women's health
Understanding and prioritizing pelvic floor relaxation is fundamental to maintaining overall muscle health. The pelvic floor's unique ability to lengthen
Pelvic Health bowel health, constipation, pelvic health
Avoiding constipation helps keep your pelvic floor happy. The following are 7 daily steps to help treat constipation and improve
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