Anatomy Corner: TMJ
The Temporomandibular Joint The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge that connects your lower jaw (mandible) to your skull, right in front of your ears. The TMJ functions as a hinge...
Injury & PT
Prolonged Sitting and Postural Strain
How can we break the cycle? A recent study published in Applied Ergonomics has proven maybe one of the most obvious things to anyone who spends a lot of time working...
GLP-1 Muscle Mass Program
Now that you’re getting lighter, it’s time to get tighter. People taking GLP-1 receptor agonists (like semaglutide or liraglutide) are noticing that as they lose weight they are also losing lean...
ACL Injuries in Women
Gender-based or gender-biased? Why is there a higher prevalence of ACL injuries in women? The anterior cruciate ligament is a strong band of connective tissue that attaches posteriorly on the femur...
What is Pain Science?
You may have encountered the term ‘pain science’ at a visit to a doctor or when reading an article with a medical theme. Depending on how it is presented, application...
Anatomy Corner: Thoracic Spine
The majority of spine-related issues addressed in physical therapy are either low back (>53%) or neck (>27%) related (1). However, that doesn’t mean the rest of your spine, the thoracic spinal segments,...
New Services at Centurion!
We’ve been hard at work and are thrilled to share some exciting new services with you! Anti-Gravity Treadmill: We now offer an anti-gravity treadmill! Using a differential air pressure system, this treadmill...
Does Stretching Do Anything?
This is a question that physical therapists often get. The short answer is yes. Stretching helps prevent injuries such as muscle strains, and tendinitis, just to name a couple. But how does...
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,...
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...