Plica Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
By Caroline McKeighan, SPT What is Plica Syndrome? Plica is a fold of tissue that lines the knee joint, is formed in utero, and is typically reabsorbed by the [...]
Dr. Drew Bishop TPI Certified Expert
Dr. Drew Bishop of Capital Area Physical Therapy Earns TPI Certification Drew Bishop, PT, DPT recently earned certification as a TPI Certified Expert from the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), [...]
What is Calcific Tendonitis of the Rotator Cuff?
Understanding the Rotator Cuff The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that surround the glenohumeral joint, or the shoulder joint, where calcific tendonitis of the [...]
How To Row
How To Use An Indoor Rowing Machine by Savannah Brija, SPT Rowing is a highly physical activity that engages many muscles. It is a high intensity, low impact [...]
A day observing our friends at Capital District Sport and Fitness
My experience at CDSF By Savannah Brija, SPT What they do: CDSF has a few different options regarding training plans between semi-private and group training options. The unique [...]
Treatment For Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
by Steven Kiak, SPT What is Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome? Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome is an umbrella term describing pain on the front or anterior aspect of the knee [...]
Patellar Tendinopathy Injury
by Briana Croker, SPT Patellar Tendinopathy Injury - Jumpers Knee What is it? Patellar tendinopathy injury is an overuse injury of the knee. It is commonly referred to as [...]
Welcome Drew Bishop PT, DPT to our Capital Area Physical Therapy Team
Capital Area Physical Therapy and Wellness is very pleased to welcome orthopedic physical therapist Dr. Drew Bishop PT, DPT to our growing clinical team. Drew is a native of [...]
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS)
by Dom Zotto, SPT Diagnosis and Treatment for Shinsplints Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS) is the medical term for what is typically referred to as “shin-splints.” MTSS is characterized [...]
Separated Shoulder Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
AC Joint Sprain Shoulder injuries are extremely common in both contact and non-contact sports. An injury to the AC joint is commonly referred to as a “separated shoulder”. This [...]