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Sport Injuries Running
The use of foot orthotics are commonly prescribed for many lower quarter conditions including running injuries, foot and ankle pain, and
Health & Performance Sports Performance, Strength Training
The golf swing involves movement from our feet through our hands as we accelerate the club head through the ball.
Sport Injuries Ankle Pain, Sports Performance, Stretching
Foam Rolling is gaining in popularity due to its ability to accelerate recovery, treat sore and painful muscles, and improve flexibility.
Sport Injuries Knee Pain
Cycling is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Boulder.  Cyclists we encounter in our Boulder Physical Therapy practice
Conditions Exercise, Knee Pain
Last year over 500,000 thousand arthroscopic knee surgeries (scopes) were performed in the Unites States making it one of the
Conditions Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Strength Training
The standing row is an excellent exercise to develop strength and stability in the upper back, shoulder, and arms.  In
Conditions Back Pain, Physical Therapy
As healthcare costs continue to rise, all stakeholders (patients, providers, and payers) are looking for ways to reduce costs associated
Conditions Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal problem and one of the top reasons patients seek care from their primary care physician.
Sport Injuries Running
The selection of running shoes continues to be a controversial topic in the sport.  Arguments are heard from both sides
Conditions Strength Training
In our previous posts we have documented the weakness and atrophy of the foot's "core" muscles among patients with heel
Health & Performance Recovery
Non Steroid Anti Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen are the most common drugs listed on our patients intake paperwork.
Health & Performance Sports Performance, Strength Training
Resistance training is an essential part of any training program due to its' ability to reduce injury risk and improve
Treatments Physical Therapy
Health care costs have continued to outpace inflation each year.  Our previous posts have detailed the cost savings associated with
Sport Injuries Knee Pain, Running
Knee arthritis is a common condition among older adults leading to increased knee pain and decreased participation in recreational and sporting
Sport Injuries Knee Pain, Running
As we move towards the middle of summer many runners have experienced an increase in overuse injuries in their legs.
Sport Injuries Achilles Pain
Achilles tendon ruptures mainly occurs in middle aged adults, males > females, participating in sports with high levels of jumping
Sport Injuries ACL, Rehabilitation
Athletes often return to sports around 6-9 months after ACL reconstruction and Physical Therapy.  In a previous ACL post we
Conditions Back Pain, Physical Therapy
Low back pain continues to affect many Americans leading to pain, loss of function, missed work days, and higher health
Sport Injuries Injury Prevention, Knee Pain
The knee is one of most commonly injured areas among our Boulder County student athletes.  Injuries range from the traumatic
Conditions Knee Pain
Knee Osteoarthritis is a common condition affecting many middle aged adults which leads to pain, loss of range of motion,
Sport Injuries Running
The analysis and implementation of different foot strike patterns among runners has grown over the last 10 years.  Changes in
Conditions Hip Pain, Knee Pain
Total knee and hip replacements are among the fastest growing surgeries in our country.  Physical Therapy remains the first line
Sport Injuries Achilles Pain, Ankle Pain, Mobility
The achilles tendon is a strong, durable structure capable of absorbing and producing large loads as we walk, hike, and
Sport Injuries Elbow Pain
In our previous blog posts we have written on the limitations of MRI for many injuries and conditions.  In general,