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Exercise aerobic exercise, cardiovascular disease, disease risk, exercise, health benefits, strength training
The vast majority of our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy patients participate in some form of exercise.  Based
Pelvic Health CrossFit, exercise, exercise during pregnancy, pregnancy, women's pelvic health
There has been a significant rise in female participation in crossfit over the past decade, thus increasing the chance that
cycling aerobic training, cycling, exercise, performance
What is Functional Threshold Power (FTP)? FTP is a critical metric in cycling that represents the highest average power output
Knee Injuries exercise, knee injuries, knee pain, meniscal tear
Meniscal tears, either traumatic or degenerative in nature, are a common source of knee pain in patients presenting to our
Running Injury running, running injuries, running injury, strength training
We have written numerous blogs on the benefits of strength training for our Boulder Physical Therapy clinic and Lafayette Physical
cycling core exercises, cycling, exercise, low back pain, strength training
Cycling is a fantastic way to stay active, improve cardiovascular health, and enjoy the great outdoors. However, for some cyclists
Exercise exercise, mobility, sports performance, stretching
In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we commonly prescribe mobility or stretching exercises to reduce pain
back and leg pain back and leg pain, back pain, physical therapy, treatment
The majority of patients presenting to our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics have used internet search engines
neck pain dry needling, manual therapy, neck pain, spinal manipulation
Neck pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek care from their primary care physician or Physical Therapist. 
Knee Injuries ACL surgery, ACL tear, knee pain, MCL tear, return to sport
The ACL is the most commonly injured ligament in the knee.  ACL tears are one of the most common sports
Exercise exercise, exercise prescription, mental health, strength training
I can remember reading the exercise literature over 20 years ago and learning the impact of mental imagery on strength
Exercise exercise, exercise prescription, weight training
In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics cardio is king for many of our patients.  Although gaining
concussion, Uncategorized ACL injury, ankle sprain, balance, concussion
Concussions are a common injury with an estimated incidence of 600 cases each year for each 100,000 people.  Previous researchers
neck pain exercise, injury prevention, neck pain, strength training
Neck pain is a common condition affecting up to 80% of the population at some point in their lives.  Unfortunately,
Knee Injuries exercise, knee pain, meniscal tear, sports injuries, surgery
The meniscus are found on the inside and outside of each knee.  They provide cushion and stability between the two
Exercise bone density, bone health, exercise, rucking, strength training, walking
Rucking, the straightforward yet powerful exercise of walking with a weighted backpack, uniquely combines the benefits of strength training and
Exercise exercise, exercise prescription, repetitions in reserve, strength training
Strength training participation is increasing as more and more Americans realize the health benefits of this form of exercise.  Current
Running Injuries injury risk, prevention, risk factor, running, running injuries
The running season may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean you should stop exercising. Though you might not be
Women's Health pelvic health, women's health
What is GSM? Genitourinary syndrome of menopause is a relatively new term that describes various signs and symptoms associated with
Knee Injuries eccentric exercise, exercise, knee injury, patellar
Patellar tendinopathy is a painful condition along the tendon below the knee cap commonly diagnosed in jumping or bounding athletes. 
Knee Injuries injection, patellar tendinopathy, PRP, tendon pain
Platelet Rich Plasma continues to gain in popularity for the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal conditions.  Currently, the clinical
Uncategorized
Pelvic organ prolapse (or “POP”) occurs when the muscles and connective tissues that support pelvic organs weaken causing descent of
Back Injuries direct access, low back pain, physical therapy, treatment
In Colorado patients have direct access to their Physical Therapist and do not require a physician referral to begin treatment. 
sports injuries ACL, ACL injury, sports injuries, surgery
ACL injuries are one of the most common sports injuries seen in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy