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Should I Use A Straight Or Hex Bar For Deadlifts?
Sports Performance
deadlift
,
strength training
The deadlift remains one of the best exercises to target the posterior chain of muscles spanning from the shoulder to
Stretching One Joint Improves Whole Body Flexibility
Sports Performance
flexibility
,
mobility
,
stretching
Most of us perform stretching and mobility as a complement to our endurance and strength training. Mobility work clearly has
Strengthening The Core Of The Foot For Plantar Fasciitis
Foot and Ankle Injuries
heel pain
,
plantar fasciitis
,
strengthening
In previous posts we have discussed the association between our intrinsic (core) foot strength and foot function during walking and
Impact of Stress on Exercise Gains
Sports Performance
strength training
,
stress
In a prior post we discussed the impact of sleep deprivation on athletic performance. As our schedules become busier we often
Which Exercises Promote The Best Hamstring Activation
Sports Performance
exercise
,
hamstrings
,
strengthening
The hamstrings are a group of 3 muscles running from the pelvis to the back of the knee. These muscles
No Correlation Found Between MRI Findings And Spinal Stenosis Symptoms
general physical therapy
MRI
,
spinal stenosis
Photo Credit: radiopaedia.org Lumbar stenosis is a spinal condition where nerves are compressed by the bony canals in our spine. When
The Impact of Hamstring Flexibility on Hamstring Injuries
sports injuries
hamstring injury
,
hamstring strain
,
prevention
,
stretching
In our prior posts on injury prevention in sports we have highlighted the importance of training volume management, balance training,
Does Leg Weakness Lead to Knee Osteoarthritis?
Knee Injuries
knee arthritis
,
physical therapy treatment
,
strengthening
Knee arthritis is a common, costly condition affecting a large percentage of middle aged and older adults. Physical Therapy remains the
Which Disciplines Contribute Most to Triathlon Performance?
Sports Performance
cycling
,
performance
,
running
,
triathlon
Triathlon athletes have varying distances to compete in from shorter sprint races to longer Ironman distance events. As the events
Increased Risk of ACL Re Injury Among NSAID Users
ACL Injury
,
Physical Therapy
ACL injury
,
rehabilitation
,
sports injuries
In our previous posts we have detailed the risk factors for ACL injury and the effectiveness of Physical Therapy to
Influence of Running Shoe Drop on Injury Risk
Running Injuries
running
,
running injury
,
shoe wear
In our previous posts on running shoes we have described the limitations of orthotics and shoe wear to alter foot,
Higher Intensity Exercise Leads to Greater Disease Risk Reductions
Exercise
,
prevention
,
Sports Performance
disease risk
,
exercise
Colorado remains one of the fittest states in the Colorado with low rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and other
Orthotics Impact on Leg Mechanics
Foot and Ankle Injuries
,
orthotics
,
running
,
Running Injury
orthotics
,
running
The use of foot orthotics are commonly prescribed for many lower quarter conditions including running injuries, foot and ankle pain, and
Influence of Leg Strength on Golf Club Speed
golf
,
Sports Performance
,
strengthening
golf
,
sports performance
,
strengthening
The golf swing involves movement from our feet through our hands as we accelerate the club head through the ball.
Foam Rolling's Impact on Ankle Flexibility
Sports Performance
,
stretching
foam roller
,
foot and ankle
,
sports performance
,
stretching
Foam Rolling is gaining in popularity due to its ability to accelerate recovery, treat sore and painful muscles, and improve flexibility.
Reducing Knee Pain In Cyclists
athletes
,
cycling
,
knee pain
,
sports injuries
,
treatment
cycling
,
knee pain
,
orthotics
,
sports injuries
Cycling is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Boulder. Cyclists we encounter in our Boulder Physical Therapy practice
Arthroscopic Surgery for Knee Pain
knee arthritis
,
knee pain
,
Physical Therapy
,
surgery
exercise
,
knee pain
,
surgery
Last year over 500,000 thousand arthroscopic knee surgeries (scopes) were performed in the Unites States making it one of the
Muscle Activation During an Inverted Row
neck and arm pain
,
shoulder pain
,
strengthening
neck pain
,
shoulder pain
,
strengthening
The standing row is an excellent exercise to develop strength and stability in the upper back, shoulder, and arms. In
Individualized Physical Therapy Saves Money Compared to Usual Care for Low Back Pain
Back Injuries
,
general physical therapy
,
health care costs
,
Physical Therapy
,
treatment
health care costs
,
low back pain
,
physical thearpy
As healthcare costs continue to rise, all stakeholders (patients, providers, and payers) are looking for ways to reduce costs associated
Altered Muscle Recruitment in Patients with Shoulder Pain
shoulder pain
,
strengthening
muscle imbalance
,
shoulder pain
Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal problem and one of the top reasons patients seek care from their primary care physician.
Influence of Shoe Type and Foot Strike Pattern on Loading Rates in Runners
running
,
Running Injuries
running injury
,
running mechanics
,
shoe wear
The selection of running shoes continues to be a controversial topic in the sport. Arguments are heard from both sides
Weakened Foot Strength and Orthotic Use in Patients with Heel Pain
Exercise
,
Foot and Ankle Injuries
,
heel pain
,
orthotics
,
strengthening
heel pain
,
orthotics
,
plantar fasciitis
In our previous posts we have documented the weakness and atrophy of the foot's "core" muscles among patients with heel
Ibuprofen's Impact on Muscle Growth and Development
medication
,
recovery
,
strengthening
medication
,
NSAIDs
,
recovery
Non Steroid Anti Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen are the most common drugs listed on our patients intake paperwork.
Improving Athletic Performance in Adolescents
athletes
,
Exercise
,
strengthening
performance
,
strengthening
Resistance training is an essential part of any training program due to its' ability to reduce injury risk and improve
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