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Processed Foods Linked To Poor Muscle Health
Treatments
Nutrition
Processed and ultra processed foods make up the majority of Americans' daily caloric consumption and poor nutrition. These foods continued
Knee Sleeves and Weight Belts: Help or Hype?
Sport Injuries
Back Pain
,
CrossFit
,
Knee Pain
,
Strength Training
By: Ian Nay, PT, DPT, OCS There is a clear psychological component with both knee sleeves and belts. Athletes consistently
The Real Reason Your Wrist Hurts After Pickleball and How to Fix It Fast
Sport Injuries
Pickleball
,
Wrist Pain
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS Pickleball is growing rapidly, and with that growth comes a rise in wrist pain
When Should a Massage Therapist Refer to Physical Therapy?
Treatments
Massage Therapy
,
Physical Therapy
By: Ian Nay, PT, DPT, OCS At Mend Physical Therapy, we spend a lot of time working with people who
Low Back Pain and Pickleball What You Need to Know
Sport Injuries
Back Pain
,
Pickleball
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS Pickleball has exploded in popularity over the past decade, attracting players of all ages
What is "Criterion-Based ACL Rehab" and Why is it Better Than Time-Based Rehab?
Conditions
ACL
,
Rehabilitation
By: Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS Much physical therapy still bases ACL rehabilitation on timelines and protocols. Week-by-week progressions, boxes
Does Injury To A Climber's Shoulder Determine Function?
Conditions
Climbing Injuries
,
Shoulder Pain
By: John Crawley, PT, DPT, OCS Does it matter if you hurt your labrum? Does it matter if you have
Abdominal Bloating and Distension: A Pelvic Floor PT’s Perspective
Patient Resources
Pelvic health
By: Chelsey Vasquez, PT, DPT, PRPC Abdominal bloating and distension are common concerns I hear from patients in pelvic health
Why Your Shoulder Hurts after Jiu Jitsu (And When to Seek Help)
Conditions
Shoulder Pain
By: Rani Helvey-Byers, PT, DPT, OCS The shoulder is the second most commonly injured site in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.1 If you
Does Physical Therapy Actually Work? A Look at Boulder Success Stories and Data
Treatments
Physical Therapy
If you are wondering whether physical therapy actually works, you are not alone. Many people in Boulder ask this after
Why Pre-Operative Physical Therapy Matters Before ACL Surgery
Conditions
ACL
,
Physical Therapy
,
Rehabilitation
By: Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS If you’ve torn your ACL, one of the biggest factors in how well you
How to Improve Running Mechanics: The Role of Big Toe Extension and FHL Dry Needling
Sport Injuries
Achilles Pain
,
Back Pain
,
Running
By: Maggie Gebhardt, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT For runners in Boulder and Lafayette, efficiency is key. One overlooked factor in
The New 2026 ACSM Guidelines Just Made Strength Training Easier: Here’s Why Colorado Women Should Care
Health & Performance
Exercise
,
Patient Education
,
Strength Training
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS If you live in Colorado, being active is part of life. Hiking, skiing, trail
Low Back Pain Treatment for Athletes in Boulder County: Fix the Root Cause, Not Just the Pain
Sport Injuries
Back Pain
,
CrossFit
,
Running
,
Treatment Options
By: Kristin Carpenter, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Low back pain affects 60–80% of people at some point in their lives
Treating SI Joint Pain In Athletes
Sport Injuries
Back Pain
,
Hip Pain
Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain is a frequently overlooked source of low back and hip pain in athletes. The SI joints
Do I Need Surgery After An ACL Tear?
Conditions
ACL
An ACL tear does not automatically mean surgery is required. In the past, reconstruction was commonly recommended for nearly every
How Is The Recovery After An ACL Tear While Skiing?
Conditions
ACL
,
Recovery
ACL injuries are among the most common serious knee injuries in alpine skiing because the sport combines speed, uneven terrain,
Perimenopause and Unexplained Aches: Why Midlife Women Experience More Pain
Conditions
Pelvic health
,
Women's health
By: Kristin Carpenter, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT If you’re a woman in your 40s or 50s and suddenly experiencing more
Increase Your VO2 Max With This 30 Minute Aerobic Workout
Patient Resources
Exercise
VO2 max is an individual's maximum utilization of oxygen during exercise. It remains the gold standard for measuring an individual's
Dry Needling for Pain After Perineal Tears
Conditions
Pelvic health
By: Chelsey Vasquez, PT, DPT, PRPC and Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS For many women, childbirth recovery includes more than
Bye-Bye Breastfeeding Neck: 5 Simple Exercises Every Mom Needs
Conditions
Exercise
,
Neck Pain
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS and Chelsey Vasquez, PT, DPT, PRPC Breastfeeding is a beautiful bonding experience during the
ACL Rehab After Surgery: How Dry Needling and NMES Help Restore Quadriceps Strength
Conditions
ACL
,
Rehabilitation
,
Strength Training
By: Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS ACL reconstruction is a common surgery for athletes and active individuals, but one of
The Role of Dry Needling for Postpartum Women with Low-Back Pain
Conditions
Back Pain
By: Maggie Gebhardt, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT While the joys of a new baby are unmatched, the physical toll of
Prime Your Bounce: Plyometric Double-Under Warm-Up for the CrossFit Open 26.3
Patient Resources
CrossFit
,
Exercise
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS If you’ve done enough workouts in the CrossFit Open, you know one thing is
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