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,...
Injury & PT
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...
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...
Plantar Fasciitis Risk
Plantar fasciitis is a very common foot injury which causes sharp pain on the sole of the foot near the heel and pain is typically worse upon first accepting weight...
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...
BFR Therapy
Outdoor sports like tennis, pickleball, golf, and volleyball are back in the picture as we approach peak spring weather. With this in mind, we dove into the research on blood...
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...
BEAR Implant for ACL Repair
The BEAR Implant is indicated for skeletally mature patients with a complete rupture of the ACL confirmed by MRI. The BEAR restores the torn ACL quality and size similar to...
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...
Prescription For PT?
People often ask if it is possible to see a physical therapist without getting a prescription from a doctor first. And the answer is yes, unless Medicare is your primary...