Sports Performance
The deadlift remains one of the best exercises to target the posterior chain of muscles spanning from the shoulder to
Sports Performance
Most of us perform stretching and mobility as a complement to our endurance and strength training. Mobility work clearly has
Foot and Ankle Injuries
In previous posts we have discussed the association between our intrinsic (core) foot strength and foot function during walking and
Sports Performance
In a prior post we discussed the impact of sleep deprivation on athletic performance. As our schedules become busier we often
Sports Performance
The hamstrings are a group of 3 muscles running from the pelvis to the back of the knee. These muscles
general physical therapy
Photo Credit: radiopaedia.org Lumbar stenosis is a spinal condition where nerves are compressed by the bony canals in our spine. When
sports injuries
In our prior posts on injury prevention in sports we have highlighted the importance of training volume management, balance training,
Knee Injuries
Knee arthritis is a common, costly condition affecting a large percentage of middle aged and older adults. Physical Therapy remains the
Sports Performance
Triathlon athletes have varying distances to compete in from shorter sprint races to longer Ironman distance events. As the events
ACL Injury, Physical Therapy
In our previous posts we have detailed the risk factors for ACL injury and the effectiveness of Physical Therapy to
Running Injuries
In our previous posts on running shoes we have described the limitations of orthotics and shoe wear to alter foot,
Exercise, prevention, Sports Performance
Colorado remains one of the fittest states in the Colorado with low rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and other
Foot and Ankle Injuries, orthotics, running, Running Injury
The use of foot orthotics are commonly prescribed for many lower quarter conditions including running injuries, foot and ankle pain, and
golf, Sports Performance, strengthening
The golf swing involves movement from our feet through our hands as we accelerate the club head through the ball.
Sports Performance, stretching
Foam Rolling is gaining in popularity due to its ability to accelerate recovery, treat sore and painful muscles, and improve flexibility.
athletes, cycling, knee pain, sports injuries, treatment
Cycling is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Boulder. Cyclists we encounter in our Boulder Physical Therapy practice
knee arthritis, knee pain, Physical Therapy, surgery
Last year over 500,000 thousand arthroscopic knee surgeries (scopes) were performed in the Unites States making it one of the
neck and arm pain, shoulder pain, strengthening
The standing row is an excellent exercise to develop strength and stability in the upper back, shoulder, and arms. In
Back Injuries, general physical therapy, health care costs, Physical Therapy, treatment
As healthcare costs continue to rise, all stakeholders (patients, providers, and payers) are looking for ways to reduce costs associated
shoulder pain, strengthening
Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal problem and one of the top reasons patients seek care from their primary care physician.
running, Running Injuries
The selection of running shoes continues to be a controversial topic in the sport. Arguments are heard from both sides
Exercise, Foot and Ankle Injuries, heel pain, orthotics, strengthening
In our previous posts we have documented the weakness and atrophy of the foot's "core" muscles among patients with heel
medication, recovery, strengthening
Non Steroid Anti Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen are the most common drugs listed on our patients intake paperwork.
athletes, Exercise, 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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