Overcoming Heel Pain with Physical Therapy
By Sara O’Connor, SPT Heel pain can be debilitating and can impact one’s ability to function in their daily life. Pain might be felt at the bottom of the [...]
What is Turf Toe or Metatarsophalangeal Joint Sprain?
by Nur Elmegahed, SPT Turf toe is an injury to the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, which is the joint at the base of the big toe. This joint [...]
Bone Spurs: Causes and Treatments
By Lindsey Decker, SPT Osteophytes, which are more commonly known as bone spurs are smooth bony lumps that may grow on the bones of the spine, or around the [...]
Hammer toe: Foot Posture & Deformity
By: Gina L. Ellis, SPT What is Hammer toe? Hammer toe is the result of muscular imbalance that results in poor foot function. Shortening of foot muscles leads to [...]
The Intrinsic Muscles of the Foot
by Elizabeth Hogan, SPT Muscles that supply movement to the foot are divided anatomically into two separate groups: intrinsic and extrinsic. Extrinsic muscles originate outside the foot, and insert [...]
Ankle Sprain Injuries
by Caroline Cuda, SPT Ankle sprain injuries can range from mild to severe, and symptoms can include pain, swelling, and bruising. Physical therapy is a common treatment for ankle [...]
Shin Splint Facts: Causes, Symptoms & Support
by Robert Springer, SPT Get The Facts About Shin Splints! Shin splints is a common term for a diagnosis of Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS). This condition often affects [...]
Walking On Sand: Effects, Benefits & Pain Management
by Elizabeth Hogan, SPT Have you ever spent a summer day at the beach, walking, relaxing and building sandcastles only to be left frustrated due to foot or ankle [...]
Running Shoes: Hoka’s
by Elizabeth Hogan, SPT Hoka’s Running Shoes Considered a maximalist shoe, Hoka’s running shoes design offers a cushioned midsole for shock absorption and a “bucket seat” for the hind [...]
ACL Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy
by Christine DiVirgilio, SPT What is the ACL? The ACL stands for the anterior cruciate ligament. It is one of four different major ligaments within the knee joint. Its [...]