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Treatment and Prevention of Acute and Recurrent Ankle Sprains
Foot and Ankle Injuries
ankle sprains
,
balance
,
prevention
,
treatment
Ankle sprains remain one of the most common orthopedic injuries seen in both physician and Physical Therapy offices. The majority
Strength Training and Flexibility Gains in Professional Athletes
Sports Performance
flexibility
,
strengthening
,
stretching
In our previous posts we discussed how patients and athletes can utilize strength training to both improve strength as well
No Evidence to Support Use of Stem Cells for Tendon Injuries
general physical therapy
injections
,
stem cell injections
,
tendon pain
The use of platelet rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell injections continue to rise and outpace the medical research supporting
Biomechanics Changes Switching from Shoe to Barefoot Running
Running Injuries
barefoot running
,
running
,
running gait
In an attempt to reduce the high risk of running injuries, athletes are making changes to their strike patterns and
Strengthen YOur Lower Body for Upper Body Gains
Sports Performance
strength
,
strength training
The benefits of strength or resistance training are numerous including increased quality of life, reduce injury risk, and increased performance.
Risk Factors for Achilles Tendinopathy
Foot and Ankle Injuries
achilles tendinopathy
,
prevention
,
risk factor
Achilles Tendinopathy is a common injury to the lower leg found in runners, jumping athletes, and sedentary individuals. In our
Comparing Orthotics to Foot Strengthening Exercises
Foot and Ankle Injuries
balance
,
foot and ankle
,
orthotics
,
strengthening
In our previous posts, we have described the limitations of orthotics to correct lower leg alignment and treat foot and
Muscle Loss and Aging
Sports Performance
elderly
,
older adults
,
sacropenia
,
weight training
All of us will undergo a progressive loss of muscle mass as we age called sacropenia. The key modifying variable
High vs. Low Intensity Physical Therapy after Total Knee Replacement
Knee Injuries
knee arthritis
,
knee pain
,
knee replacement
,
physical therapy
Knee replacements are a common and effective solution for end state knee osteoarthritis. Post operative Physical Therapy helps accelerate the
Influence of Posture on Shoulder Function and Pain
Arm Injuries
arm injuries
,
mobility
,
posture
,
range of motion
,
shoulder pain
Shoulder pain is the 2nd most common orthopedic reason patients seek out medical care behind low back pain. Shoulder pain
Leg Alignment and Running Injuries
Running Injuries
alignment
,
injury risk
,
posture
,
running injury
In the examination of healthy or injured runners it is tempting to focus on an individual's leg alignment and posture.
Surgery vs. Conservative Care for ACL Injuries
Knee Injuries
ACL injury
,
knee injuries
,
physical therapy
,
surgery
In our prior posts on ACL injuries we have discussed the support in the medical literature for the conservative management
Why Rolling Your IT Band Is A Waste Of Time
sports injuries
foam rolling
,
IT band syndrome
,
mobility
,
sports injuries
,
stretching
Photo Credit: cyclingweekly.com In a prior post we discussed the prevention, treatment, and prognosis for iliotibial band syndrome. The iliotibial
Brain and Sensory Changes After ACL Injury
sports injuries
ACL injury
,
rehabilitation
ACL injuries are on the rise with over 250,000 tears occurring each year. Thankfully many of these non contact injuries to
Reducing Knee Forces During The Lunge Exercise
Knee Injuries
exercise
,
knee pain
,
strengthening
The lunge is a very common exercise to strength the lower quarter. I commonly use the exercise to address lower
Modifying Knee Joint Stress in Runners
Running Injuries
gait retraining
,
knee pain
,
running
In our previous posts we have detailed many factors leading to high injury rates experienced among runners. In our Boulder
The Best Exercises to Prevent Injury in Swimmers
sports injuries
exercise
,
injury prevention
,
strengthening
,
swimming
In our Boulder Physical Therapy practice we often see athletes who are dealing with a swimming related injury. Some of
Should I Strength Train Before Or After An Aerobic Workout?
Sports Performance
aerobic exercise
,
aerobic exericse
,
resistance training
,
strength training
One of the most common questions we receive from patients in our Boulder Physical Therapy practice is "what should I
Caffeine's Impact on Strength Training Performance
Sports Performance
caffeine
,
performance
,
strength training
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world due to its' caffeine content. Moderate caffeine consumption is
Hip Strength and Running Related Leg Injuries
sports injuries
knee pain
,
running injury
,
strength
In prior posts, we have discussed the importance of hip strengthening among runners. There is a strong correlation between hip
Conservative Treatment of an ACL Tear
sports injuries
ACL injury
,
physical therapy
In the last few years, research has been published challenging the commonly held belief that every ACL tear should have
The Importance of Ankle Mobility for Proper Knee Mechanics
Knee Injuries
ankle mobility
,
knee injuries
,
knee pain
,
knee stability
In a previous post, we detailed the latest research on the importance of ankle mobility on knee mechanics. During weight
IF I Lift Weights Slower Will I Improve My Muscle Size?
Sports Performance
eccentric exercise
,
muscle growth
,
sports performance
,
strength training
It seems there is not much eccentric exercises cannot do between healing injured tissue, improving mobility and strength, and now
The Best Weight Training Exercises To Reduce Injury Risk in Runners
Running Injuries
injury prevention
,
running
,
strength training
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise due to its’ accessibility, low equipment cost, and health benefits.
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