Keys to Injury Prevention for Overhead Throwing Athletes
By G O'Connell For optimal performance, overhead throwing athletes rely heavily on the integrity of the rotator cuff of the shoulder and surrounding structures, which all provide the [...]
The Importance of Dynamic Warmups
Dynamic Warmups: What They Are & Why They Matter According to the American College of Sports Medicine, a gradual increase in activity level and intensity leading up to an [...]
Effective Warm-Up Techniques for Recreational and Elite Golfers
by Nick Carlson The golf swing requires the body to twist and rely on rotational movement patterns involving the hips, shoulders, core, ankles and knees. Due to this unique [...]
Cause of Tennis Elbow And Treatment
Tennis Elbow: How Can it be Treated? By Kyle Bailey, SPT What is Tennis Elbow? Lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, is one of the most reported complaints of elbow [...]
Optimizing Golf Swing Mechanics with Physical Therapy
by Olivia Weiderman Golf is a worldwide sport played by individuals of all ages and all skill levels. While it is a great way to stay active and get [...]
Swimmer’s Shoulder – What is it and how can physical therapy help?
By Emily Hoskinson, SPT You’re at the height of your training for the season and the dreaded shoulder pain so common to the swim community starts. What’s going on?? [...]
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 [...]
Crepitus (Crunching, Popping or Crackling Knee Sounds – Should I Be Worried?)
What is Crepitus? Is your knee making popping sounds? The crunching, popping, snapping, or crackling sound you occasionally hear when you move your joints, such as bending or straightening [...]
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 [...]