We have written previously on the limitations of back surgery to reduce pain, disability, and improve function in patients with back
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (pain on the front the knee and around knee cap) is the most common source of knee
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise due to its’ accessibility, low equipment cost, and health benefits.
Evidence demonstrates equal long term outcomes between Physical Therapy and surgery for non traumatic rotator cuff tears. Patient's most appropriate
Watch two videos below as Dr. Kristin Carpenter discusses functional screening movements we use in our Boulder Physical Therapy clinic
Photo Credit: IJSPTDry needling is a commonly utilized Physical Therapy intervention which can effectively reduce pain, improve pain, and improved
Sprinting either in track or sport requires rapid, high force muscle contractions across the lower body. If the forces utilized
It is estimated up to 10 million Americans participate in either indoor or outdoor climbing activities. Research documents 4 to
Poor movements patterns at the shoulder blade (scapular dyskinesis) is quickly becoming the over pronation of the upper extremity. Although
1.When did you know that you wanted to pursue running professionally?-I'm not sure there was ever a definitive moment that
A couple of things are known when reading the research on low back pain. First, it is common with 9
Strength training is an essential part of an individual's weekly exercise program. It's numerous benefits include reduced injury risk, increased
In our Boulder Physical Therapy practice we aim to help accelerate a patient's recovery by optimizing outcomes in fewer visits.
In my opinion, Physical Therapy patients are often under exercised and do not return to prior levels of activity due
Strength training in endurance athletes is an essential part of any injury prevention and conditioning program. Our previous blogs have
The ankle plays a critical role in the ability of the knee to stay over the foot during functional tasks
Photo Credit: ssorkc.com1. You have published a few articles on the utilization of strength and conditioning principles with Physical Therapy
Photo Credit: xterraplanet.com 1. How has your career in endurance sports influenced your care of athletes at Colorado MultiSport?My career
Traction has a long history of utilization for patients with neck and back pain dating to ancient times. A more
There is currently a lack of consensus on the "ideal' running form among running experts and researchers. There are pros
Hip impingement, femoracetabular impingement, is a common source of pain for patients. Much research is needed on this more recent
Overuse injuries to the upper and lower extremity tendons remains a common source of pain and lost activity for patients
Manual therapy or the passive movements of joints and tissues has been shown to be effective at reducing short term
Shoulder pain remains one of the most common reasons patients seek out care from both primary care physicians and Physical
