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shoulder pain injection, rotator cuff tear, shoulder pain, tendon pain
In our Lafayette Physical Therapy and Boulder Physical Therapy clinics we often have my patients ask whether a steroid injection
Back Injuries low back pain, mobility, treatment, yoga
Chronic low back pain can be a debilitating condition and has the potential to affect anyone. In our Boulder Physical
Uncategorized exercise prescription, hip pain, hip strengthening
Whether you want to increase your back squat, shave some time off your Fran score, or take fewer breaks on
Pelvic Health constipation, groin injury, male pelvic health, pelvic health, pelvic pain, urinary tract infections (UTI)
1. Testicular pain Yes, men can benefit from pelvic physical therapy. Testicular pain is often not an issue with the
Running Injuries exercise prescription, return to sport, running, running injuries
At our Lafayette Physical Therapy and Boulder Physical Therapy clinics we are continuously working on getting runners back to the
CrossFit CrossFit, dynamic warm up, sports performance
As a CrossFit Athlete, skier, runner, pickle-baller, or anyone in between, warming up is crucial to reduce the risk of
climbing Climbing Finger Pain, rock climbing
Climbing is a demanding sport that requires exceptional grip strength and finger dexterity. Because of this, climbers are at risk
Pelvic Health constipation, pelvic floor, pelvic health
Findings in a new study are now more than ever clearly defining the link between the brain and the gut
Pelvic Health constipation, pelvic floor, pelvic health
As many as 50% of people with chronic constipation have pelvic floor dysfunction. This dysfunction is commonly diagnosed as “pelvic
Running Injuries overuse injury, running, running injuries, running injury, shoe wear, training
In our Lafayette Physical Therapy and Boulder Physical Therapy clinics we commonly examine and treat runners with overuse injuries. The
Running Injuries exercise, knee athritis, running
In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we commonly are asked the question on the link between
Exercise CrossFit, exercise, exercise prescription, squatting, strength training
The squat is one of the most commonly prescribed exercises in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy practice.
Pelvic Health CrossFit, exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor strengthening, pelvic health, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain
As pelvic health physical therapists, we see CrossFit athletes for various reasons at our Boulder and Lafayette clinics. CrossFit is
Uncategorized imaging, MRI, rotator cuff tear, shoulder pain
There is an old saying in medicine “the difference between pathology and pain is the patient”. In our Boulder Physical
Foot and Ankle Injuries gait retraining, running, running injuries, tarsal tunnel
Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a condition that results from compression or entrapment of the posterior tibial nerve within the
Exercise exercise, flexibility, mobility, stretching
Most patients and clients in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics are looking to regain mobility. Lost
Pelvic Health kegels, male pelvic health, pelvic health, women's health
Quick answer: NO. Often what is seen clinically in those who experience urine leakage with something like walking, running, or
climbing rock climbing
Carpal tunnel syndrome is common among rock climbers due to the repetitive stress that climbers put on their wrists and
low back pain direct access, low back pain
Low back pain continues to affect many Americans leading to pain, loss of function, missed work days, and higher health care
Pelvic Health pelvic floor, pelvic health
By now, you’ve probably heard of the “pelvic floor” as it is becoming a household term, but are you aware
Exercise aerobic exercise, depression, exercise, mental health
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions affecting Americans. Multiple treatment interventions can be utilized in the
general physical therapy collagen, exercise, sports injuries, supplements
Supplements in general have fallen fall short of expectations with very few demonstrating any significant benefit beyond placebo. One of
Running Injuries gait retraining, running, running injury, running mechanics
In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we are often asked about cadence by our running clients