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Smokers Twice As Likely To Experience Pain Than Non Smokers
Conditions
Chronic Pain
With all credit due to exercise, It is hard to think of a more effective modifiable risk factor on an
Lower Recurrence And Higher Return To Play After Surgery For Patients With Shoulder Dislocation
Conditions
Shoulder Pain
The shoulder sacrifices stability for mobility allowing incredible function of the arm and hand. The downside of this mobility is
Does Lifting Heavy Weights Increase The Chances Of Having Symptoms Of Pelvic Organ Prolapse?
Patient Resources
Pelvic health
,
Women's health
A cross-sectional survey study by Forner et al. 2020, conducted through an online reporting survey of nearly 4,000 women looked
Is CrossFit Bad for My Pelvic Floor?
Health & Performance
CrossFit
,
Strength Training
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
Conditions
Neck Pain
,
Strength Training
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?
Conditions
Back Pain
,
Chronic Pain
,
Exercise
,
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 Don’t Appear to Influence Cramping
Sport Injuries
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
Patient Resources
Exercise
,
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
Conditions
Back Pain
,
Exercise
,
Hip 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
Patient Resources
Exercise
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
Treatments
Exercise
,
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?
Patient Resources
Men's Health
,
Pelvic 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?
Patient Resources
Exercise
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?
Health & Performance
Exercise
,
Running
,
Sports Performance
,
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
Sport Injuries
ACL
,
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?
Patient Resources
Pelvic health
,
Women's health
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?
Patient Resources
Treatment Options
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?
Patient Resources
Treatment Options
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?
Conditions
Exercise
,
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
Conditions
Exercise
,
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?
Conditions
Back Pain
,
Exercise
,
Hip 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
Sport Injuries
Climbing Injuries
,
Shoulder Pain
,
Strength Training
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
Treatments
Physical Therapy
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?
Patient Resources
Pelvic health
,
Women's health
As a pelvic health physical therapist who works with individuals during pregnancy I am often asked, “What is the best
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