Knee arthritis (osteoarthritis) one of the leading causes of disability in our country. Affected individuals report significant levels of pain and loss of function including both daily and recreational activities. Although initially associated with older adults this condition can also occur in a significant percentage of younger adults. Thankfully most knee arthritis cases can be...
ACL injuries are one of the most common sports injuries seen in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics. Previous research on this injury has questioned the utilization of surgery for every patient with an ACL tear due to many returning to full function with Physical Therapy alone. Authors and researchers have questioned...
Patellar tendinopathy is a painful condition along the tendon below the knee cap commonly diagnosed in jumping or bounding athletes. In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we often encounter this diagnosis among patients who did too much too soon or too little for too long. Tendons require consistent loading through exercise...
The meniscus are found on the inside and outside of each knee. They provide cushion and stability between the two bones joining at the knee. A meniscal tear is one of the more common knee injuries and can occur with trauma such as compression and rotation (ex. cutting) or occur with aging. The latter tear,...
Concussions are a common injury with an estimated incidence of 600 cases each year for each 100,000 people. Previous researchers have found movement impairments in athletes following concussion which may contribute to the increased injury risk seen in concussed athletes vs. their healthy peers. Researchers have found athletes who sustain a concussion are at a...
Ever hit the brakes on your cycling journey because of knee pain? You’re not alone. Knee pain is a common complaint, especially among cyclists, but it shouldn’t stop you from enjoying the ride. This guide dives into the most frequent causes of cycling knee pain and how physical therapy can help, empowering you to identify...
Our understanding of knee arthritis has changed significantly over the last 10 years with greater research on knee cartilage as well as the process of arthritis. Knee arthritis remains one of the most common diagnoses we see in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics. We have moved away from the old “wear...
Research continues to be published highlighting the importance of exercise for the treatment and prevention of knee arthritis. Our previous blogs have described active participants in weekly exercise have a lower risk of knee arthritis compared to their sedentary peers. This latter group has the greatest risk of symptomatic knee arthritis due in part to...
A recent article published in February 2024 explores the correlation between urinary incontinence and the need for total hip and knee arthroplasty surgeries. The study, conducted by Jacob S. Budin and colleagues, investigates whether urinary incontinence acts as an independent risk factor for these surgeries. The researchers analyzed data from patients who underwent arthroplasty procedures...
You might have noticed that your neighbor, aunt, or even dentist is getting into the pickleball craze. This dynamic paddle sport, combining elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has surged in popularity recently. Played on a smaller court, pickleball is accessible and enjoyable for all ages and skill levels. Its simple rules, social nature,...
