By: Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS The 8-12 week mark following ACL reconstruction is one of the most critical phases of rehab. Early on, the focus is on restoring range of motion, managing swelling, and regaining basic function – something that most PT clinics do very well. However, by the 8-12 week mark, the priority...
By: Ian Nay, PT, DPT, OCS If you’re struggling with knee pain—especially related to issues like patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee), patellofemoral pain syndrome, or general weakness around the joint—the Spanish Squat might be a game-changer for your rehab routine. Unlike traditional squats, the Spanish Squat uses a resistance band looped behind the knees and anchored...
By: Chelsey Vasquez, PT, DPT, PRPC When it comes to pelvic health, misinformation is everywhere. Whether it’s a social media post encouraging everyone to do Kegels or outdated advice to just “deal with” pelvic pain, these myths can prevent people from seeking the care they need. Pelvic floor dysfunction can affect people of all genders,...
By: Rani Helvey-Byers, PT, DPT, OCS When we think of exercises that keep us strong and healthy, we often picture walking, lifting weights, or stretching. But did you know that something as simple as jumping can be one of the best things you can do for your bones? Why Bone Density Matters Our bones are...
By: John Crawley, PT, DPT, OCS Low back pain known as lumbar radiculopathy or more commonly as sciatica can be a debilitating condition. The condition is marked by severe pain that can present from the low back to the foot. The pain can be intermittent to unrelenting. Characteristics of this type of pain are the...
By: Rani Helvey-Byers, PT, DPT, OCS The Truth About Midlife Strength: It’s About Health, Not Vanity As we enter our 40s and 50s, our bodies begin to change — sometimes dramatically. Muscle mass decreases, metabolism slows, bone density decreases, and aches and pains become more noticeable. Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause only accelerate these...
Hip osteo arthritis (OA) is a common condition with authors reporting up to a 20% prevalence among adults in the U.S. Hip OA remains the most common cause of hip pain in middle to older aged adults often felt in the front of the hip or groin. This condition often leads to pain and loss...
Sciatica is an umbrella term used to describe leg symptoms, such as pain, numbness, or tingling, caused by spinal conditions. Irritation or entrapment of the spinal nerves as they exit the spinal canal can lead to severe symptoms and disability. The majority of these cases can be treated conservatively including Physical Therapy and possible spinal...
Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer related death women with over 600K deaths attributed to this form of cancer worldwide. National and international guidelines continue to support the utilization of exercise as part of a multimodal treatment plan for patients with this form of cancer. Exercise has a significant impact on metabolic and...
Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm abnormality diagnosed by physicians. A multi modal treatment plan, including medications, procedures, and exercise, is often indicated to help control the progression of the arrhythmia and improve an individual’s quality of life. Patients cleared by their physician to begin or continue an exercise program often report significant...