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Treatments Back Pain, Exercise, Strength Training
The back squat is one of the most efficient and effective exercises for lower quarter strength development.  This exercise can
Conditions Exercise, Knee Pain
Exercise prescription including type of exercise, reps, sets, frequency, and intensity varies between each patient with knee pain.  Many factors
Conditions Physical Therapy, Shoulder Pain
In our previous blog post we described how few (16%) partial rotator cuff tears progress over time.  Understanding the non
Conditions Back Pain
Previous research has shown an improvement and regression of lumbar disc injuries with conservative treatments including Physical Therapy.  Based on clinical
Treatments Hip Pain, Physical Therapy
Hip impingement, or the compression of the soft tissue or bony structures of the hip joint, has become the flavor
Sport Injuries Hip Pain, Knee Pain, Running
Similar to Sasquatch and the Loch Ness Monster science may also be putting another myth to rest.  In our previous
Conditions ACL, Injury Prevention, Knee Pain, Strength Training
Cutting movements utilized in soccer, football, basketball, and lacrosse are one of the most common mechanisms of non contact knee
Conditions Exercise, Knee Pain, Treatment Options
Patellar tendonitis (tendinopathy) is common among jumping athletes requiring repetitive jumping, landing, and squatting movements.  This overuse injury was thought
Conditions Posture, Shoulder Pain
Posture has a controversial and complex role in musculoskeletal pain.  Some research studies have found zero to weak correlations between
Sport Injuries Physical Therapy, Recovery, Treatment Options
Muscle injuries (strains) are a common injury among both inactive and active people.  These injuries can become recurrent and lead
Conditions Physical Therapy, Shoulder Pain
Previous research has found no significant difference at either 1 or 2 year follow up between Physical Therapy or surgery
Conditions Neck Pain
Neck pain is a common problem affecting up to 70% of the population in their lifetime.  Cervical and thoracic manipulation
Conditions Shoulder Pain, Strength Training
The shoulder blade or scapula plays an important role in optimal function of the shoulder joint.  The scapula provides the
Conditions Knee Pain, Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy, Treatment Options
Patellofemoral Pain (pain under the knee cap) is the most common source of knee pain among active individuals and athletes. 
Sport Injuries ACL, Knee Pain
We have written previously about the high rates of subsequent knee injuries after an athlete returns to sport and activity
Conditions Physical Therapy, Shoulder Pain
We have previously written about the move away from arthroscopic surgery for degenerative meniscal tears and knee arthritis based on
Conditions Ankle Pain
Injuries to our spinal and extremity joints can impact a variety of structures including muscle, ligament, and nervous system receptors. 
Patient Resources
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 13, 2017 DENVER - The Colorado Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association was very pleased
Conditions Ankle Pain, Hip Pain
Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports injuries we encounter in our Boulder Physical Therapy practice.  In our previous
Conditions Back Pain, Hip Pain, Physical Therapy, Strength Training
In our Boulder Physical Therapy practice, individualized, progressive exercise is an essential part of each patient’s recovery.   Teaching correct exercise
Conditions Physical Therapy
Plantar heel pain or plantar fasciitis is the most common diagnosis explaining pain originating from the bottom of the foot.