Anatomy Corner: Hamstrings
The hamstrings are a powerful group of three muscles located at the back of the thigh. Their primary functions include flexing (bending) the knee and assisting with hip extension. Additionally,...
Fitness & Sports
Staff Spotlight
Centurion's own Joanna Binney is running the 2024 NYC Marathon for GallopNYC! Joanna is thrilled to be running her second New York City marathon this year, and she is even more...
Running and Knee Health
The idea that running several times a week (or participating in any higher-impact exercise) creates wear and tear on your knees is a common assumption. However, recent studies have begun...
Summer Health
Summer is well underway and we hope you are enjoying it! If you are traveling and would like to continue your physical therapy or just get a good workout in,...
Foam Rolling Recovery
Foam rolling has become one of the most popular methods of self-myofascial release, and is frequently prescribed by fitness professionals, physical therapists and orthopedic doctors. After just one experience with...
Sports After Hip Replacement
An exponential increase in hip replacements is expected by 2050, in some countries up to 100%. (1) In 2015, there were 1.8 million total hip replacements performed worldwide. (1) The...
Marathon Snapshots
Centurion PT runs the NYC Marathon Marathon day is a yearly highlight for most New Yorkers, a day often accompanied by an unusual surge in kindness and enthusiasm for neighbors and...
Live Longer Through Balance
Balance is an often-overlooked component of health at all ages. A recent study ¹ found that an inability to stand on one foot for 10 seconds in middle/older aged individuals...
Hiking Health Boost
Fall is a great time to continue your summer outdoor sports like tennis, golf, pickleball, cycling, surfing and more. It’s also a great time to try hiking. Hiking and being...
Running-Related Injuries
The foot is the first thing to hit the ground when running or walking, which affects how the impact is distributed throughout the body. Good foot stability will provide a cascade effect...