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Is CrossFit Bad for My Pelvic Floor?
Pelvic Health
,
Women's Health
CrossFit
,
pelvic floor
,
strength training
,
wo
In our active Boulder County community, we have observed an increase in the number of women participating in high intensity
Treating Trigger Points And Muscle Pain With Strength Training
neck pain
dry needling
,
neck pain
,
strength training
,
trigger points
A significant portion of musculoskeletal pain can be attributed to our muscles themselves. Many authors have described persistent muscular pain
What Are The Best Exercises For Low Back Pain?
Back Injuries
aerobic exercise
,
chronic pain
,
low back pain
,
strength training
Low back pain remains one of the top reasons patients seek treatment from physicians and Physical Therapists. Acute low back
Dehydration and Electrolyte Levels NOT Shown To Influence Cramping
Running Injuries
cramping
,
muscle pain
,
running
,
sports performance
Muscle cramping can be a frustrating and painful consequence of individual and team sport athletic participation leading to decreased sports
Exercise Reduces Abdominal Separation in Postpartum Runners
Women's Health
abdominal separation
,
diastasis recti
,
post-partum
,
running
The rectus abdominis muscle is the paired muscle running vertically along the anterior abdominal wall. The linea alba is the
Getting The Most Out Of Your Hip Thrust
general physical therapy
exercise
,
low back pain
,
strength training
Hip strength is a key component for sports performance and rehabilitation following injury. These muscles are key targets of exercise
Exercise Shown To Improve Our Brain's Tolerance To Stress
Exercise
emotional health
,
exercise
,
mental health
,
stress
Our understanding on the mental and emotional health benefits of exercise continues to grow each year. Research studies have shown
Is Stretching The Biggest Time Waster In The Gym? Most Likely
general physical therapy
exercise
,
health benefits
,
stretching
Stretching remains one of the more debatable areas in our profession. Although mobility and stretching can play a significant role
What Are The Best Cues To Reduce Urinary Incontinence In Men?
Pelvic Health
incontinence
,
male pelvic health
,
pelvic floor
,
sexual health
Word choice and verbal instruction impacts how one performs a pelvic floor muscle contraction. Previous research on women suggests that
What is the best exercise prescription for for reducing incontinence after prostate surgery?
Pelvic Health
incontinence
,
male pelvic health
,
post prostatectomy incontinence
,
prostatectomy
According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, aside from skin cancer. A
What Are The Best Exercises To Perform Before My Competition or Race?
Sports Performance
dynamic warm up
,
performance
,
running
,
strength training
Team and individual athletes are always looking for an edge prior to their competition or race. The preceding days variable’s
Reducing An Athlete's Risk For A Second ACL Injury
Knee Injuries
ACL
,
ACL injury
,
ACL surgery
,
rehabilitation
ACL tears are a common sports injury experienced during participation in team sports (basketball, soccer), as well as, individual sport
What Is Pelvic Organ Prolapse And How Do I Know If I Have It?
Women's Health
constipation
,
pelvic floor
,
pelvic organ prolapse
,
postpartum
,
pregnancy
What is pelvic organ prolapse and how do I know if I have it?Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is the descent
How Can I Treat My Dizziness?
Vestibular
balance
,
vertigo
,
Vestibular
Clear vision relies on seamless communication between the vestibular organ (in your inner ear) and your eyes. This allows your
What Is Causing My Dizziness?
Vestibular
balance
,
vertigo
,
Vestibular
Clear vision relies on seamless communication between the vestibular organ (in your inner ear) and your eyes. This allows your
Is It Safe To Exercise With A Rotator Cuff Tear?
Arm Injuries
exercise
,
rotator cuff tear
,
shoulder pain
,
strength training
Rotator cuff tears are commonly found in both painful and pain free individuals and often are found in equal prevalence
Physical Therapist Prescribed Exercises Found Superior To Exercise Handouts
shoulder pain
exercise
,
exercise prescription
,
impingement
,
injection
,
shoulder pain
Patients often receive exercise handouts from physicians when initially presenting with musculoskeletal pain. The idea behind the handout makes sense
Which Exercises Are Most Effective For My Back Pain?
Back Injuries
exercise
,
hip strengthening
,
low back pain
,
strength training
Low back pain is a common condition best treated by Physical Therapists due to their unique ability to effectively provide
How Rock Climbing Affects Shoulder Mechanics
climbing
rock climbing
,
shoulder pain
,
shoulder strength
,
sports injuries
Normal movement at the shoulder is distributed between motion at the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint and movement of the scapula. Although
Physical Therapy Can Improve Motion Sickness
Vestibular
balance
,
Vestibular
Many of us suffer from some degree of motion sickness. This can be triggered by large motions such as sitting
What Is The Best Position To Labor And Give Birth?
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
What Is Causing My Vertigo? And How Do I Treat It?
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
Rock Climbers Shown to Have Surprisingly Weak Finger Muscles
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
Will My Disc Injury Heal Without Surgery?
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
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