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Health & Performance Back Pain, Strength Training
By: Chelsey Vasquez, PT, DPT, PRPC As physical therapists who work closely with active women, we often hear concerns about
Client News Press
PT-guided personal training empowers Lafayette locals to build strength, prevent injury, and live fully in their active community. Mend Colorado’s
Client News Press
The new page highlights Mend’s doctor-led approach to strength, mobility, and recovery, bridging the gap between physical therapy and personal
Sport Injuries Injury Prevention
Gymnastics is a very demanding physical sport requiring mobility, strength, endurance, and coordination.  Athletes often train at high volumes each
Health & Performance Exercise, Sports Performance
Each athlete treated at our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics is asked to improve three areas (nutrition,
Conditions Back Pain, Posture, Strength Training
By: Hope Whitman, PT, DPT, OCS Low back pain is surprisingly common in teen gymnasts. A recent study looked at
Health & Performance Exercise, Strength Training
it is hard to find someone in a Boulder County gym or outdoor area who is not utilizing music to
Conditions Chronic Pain
Our nervous system is excellent at notifying us to a painful (noxious) stimulus in acute situations such as touching a
Treatments Back Pain, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation
Back pain is the most common reason patients seek care from their primary care physician and Physical Therapist.  Mend's clinicians
Health & Performance Exercise, Strength Training
By: Rani Helvey-Byers, PT, DPT, OCS When it comes to exercise, the way you train matters as much as what
Sport Injuries Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy, Shoulder Pain, Strength Training, Treatment Options
Shoulder pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek care from their primary care physician and Physical Therapist. 
Treatments Climbing Injuries, Exercise, Rehabilitation
By: John Crawley, PT, DPT, OCS Plyometrics are a type of exercise that involve explosive, high-intensity movements and are often
Conditions Back Pain, Exercise
By: Megan Davis, PT, DPT, OCS Low back pain is the leading cause of pain and disability as research suggests
Conditions Knee Pain, Treatment Options
Personalized physical therapy helps Lafayette residents address knee pain, improve mobility, and fully enjoy life in their vibrant city. Mend
Conditions Knee Pain, Mobility, Treatment Options
Boulder residents can now explore expert knee pain solutions, tailored care plans, and convenient access to physical therapy BOULDER, CO.
Conditions Chronic Pain, Exercise, Neck Pain, Strength Training
By: Ian Nay, PT, DPT, OCS Neck pain is one of the most common reasons people seek out physical therapy
Conditions Shoulder Pain
MRI technology continues to improve with each new version in the market place.  These improvements have allowed the imaging technology
Patient Resources Exercise
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS Pregnancy is a powerful journey, one that transforms your body, your strength, and your
Sport Injuries ACL, Sports Performance
ACL injuries are one of the most devastating injuries for any athlete.  Athletes often experience the sudden loss of identity,
Conditions Exercise, Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy, Treatment Options
By: John Crawley, PT, DPT, OCS The nature of TMJ related pain can be complex. Often manifesting from a combination
Conditions Exercise, Injury Prevention
Boulder and its' surrounding areas are well known for many things including the percentage of citizens who exercise.  Some surveys
Conditions Back Pain, Neck Pain
Evidence-based physical therapy helps Lafayette residents relieve pain, restore mobility, and stay active. LAFAYETTE, CO. – Mend Colorado is proudly
Conditions Exercise, Knee Pain, Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy
Knee arthritis (osteoarthritis) one of the leading causes of disability in our country.  Affected individuals report significant levels of pain
Conditions ACL, Exercise, Strength Training
By: Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS Many people think that once they’re cleared to return to sport after ACL reconstruction,