Physical Therapy

How Do Physical Therapists Help With Post-Operative Rehabilitation?

Sports injuries are common among athletes and other physically active people. Luckily, after surgery, professional help can help you get back on track. Post-operative physical therapy helps individuals recover from surgery and health issues associated with it. Let’s learn more about what they do. What Do Physical Therapists Do? These professionals assess the physical abilities

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What Is Physical Therapy for Athletes?

According to The Good Body, on average, 100-200 people are seen at an average physical therapy (PT) clinic every week. Most athletes start their PT journey after an injury or surgery. Physical therapy is an effective way to increase athletic performance, especially after a long period of downtime. Plus, it’s not just professional athletes who

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Foot Mechanics and Structural Symmetry

Foot biomechanics add an interesting dimension to structural symmetry and leg length. People experience leg length changes not because it is a “normal” condition as many are led to believe. Leg length changes may be caused by hip dysplasia or fractures of the femur when the growth plate is open. But most commonly, leg length

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Will My Knee Arthritis Get Worse Over Time?

Knee osteoarthritis (or knee OA) can be an intimidating topic. You may have heard that knee OA is a “slow progressive” condition, which may leave you with little hope that things could ever get better without receiving a knee replacement surgery. Although this traditional view of knee OA is widespread, the course of this condition

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When Can I Return to Sports After a Hamstring Strain?

Hamstring strains are an extremely prevalent injury across many sports and commonly result in athletes taking time away from training to recover. Athletes participating in sports involving high-speed sprinting and kicking (such as soccer, football, track, and dance) are especially vulnerable to injury because of the substantial demands these activities place on the hamstring muscles.

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Does My Achilles Tendinopathy Just Need Some Rest?

If you are an athlete with Achilles tendinopathy, you understand first-hand how frustrating and distressing this condition can be to manage. You may be wondering about the best and quickest way to return to your recreational or sporting activities without your ankle pain limiting your performance. On one hand, you might be concerned that you

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