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Foot Orthotics Impact on Running Economy
Sports Rehabilitation
Ankle / Foot
,
Running
The human foot is a remarkable structure of 26 bones and 30+ joints integral to both walking and running. The
Role of Vertical Forces on Running Injuries
Sports Rehabilitation
Running
It is hard to find a runner who has not missed a training run or competition due to injury. Among
Does One Size Fit All in Physical Therapy?
Orthopedic Care
Back / Spine
,
Manual Therapy
In our fast paced, instant gratification world we want solutions to our problems the same day as their arrival. This
Chronic Injuries
Uncategorized
Back / Spine
,
Knee
,
Neck
New data shows 1 in 2 Americans report at least one chronic medical condition affecting the musculoskeletal system. This number
Strength Training Improves Running Economy and Performance
Sports Rehabilitation
Running
,
Strength Training
This week we posted on the benefits of strength training on cycling performance. Specifically, how strength training improves our body's
Strength Training Improves Cycling Performance
Sports Rehabilitation
Cycling
,
Sports Performance
,
Strength Training
As we move towards the end of winter many Boulder cyclists are growing tired of the indoor hours on their
Sleep’s Impact On Endurance Performance
Uncategorized
Recovery
,
Strength Training
Money and time are two finite resources affecting us each day. We struggle to meet the demands of family, work,
Effect of Fatigue on Stress Fracture Risk in Runners
Sports Rehabilitation
Osteoporosis / Osteopenia
,
Running
The tibia is the largest bone in our lower leg and absorbs the majority of weight bearing stresses during running.
Concussion Rates at Altitude
Uncategorized
Head
Winter sports are in full spring in Colorado with many people taking their athletic pursuits outside. Skiing and snowboarding continue
Improving Running Economy to Improve Performance
Sports Rehabilitation
Running
In running, performance is easily quantified as the fastest time over a given distance. The runners with the fastest times
Return to Professional Basketball after Surgery
Sports Rehabilitation
Achilles Pain
,
Ankle / Foot
,
Knee
,
Return to Sport
“In life there are no guarantees” and this is certainly the case with return to sport after surgical procedures. Unfortunately,
Timing of Physical Therapy and Patient Outcomes
Uncategorized
Currently in the United States the majority of citizens can access their Physical Therapist without a prescription from their physician.
Risk of Future Injury after ACL Surgery
ACL Recovery
ACL Injury
,
Rehabilitation
,
Return to Sport
In our experience, a sub group of patients who have successfully returned to sports after an ACL injury continue to
ACL Return to Sport and Physical Therapy Attendance
ACL Recovery
ACL Injury
,
Rehabilitation
,
Return to Sport
As ACL injuries continue to rise among professional and recreational athletes Physical Therapists will continue to rehabilitate these athletes in
Hip Osteoarthritis and the Impact of Exercise
Orthopedic Care
Hip
,
Patient Education
Currently, in the state of Colorado patients can access their Physical Therapist without a referral from another healthcare provider such
Prevention of Low Back Pain
Orthopedic Care
Back / Spine
The 3 inevitable events in our society include death, taxes, and low back pain. Many of us will experience a
Jaw Pain and Physical Therapy Treatments
Orthopedic Care
Dry Needling
,
Manual Therapy
,
Neck
,
Rehabilitation
Temporomandibular Disorders (TMJ/TMD)ProblemTMJ/TMD are a major cause of non dental jaw and facial pain. Approximately 18 million word days are
Exercise's Impact On Brain Health And Memory
Uncategorized
The physical benefits of exercise including decreased risk of disease and death, as well as, improved strength, flexibility, balance, and
Influence of Ankle Mobility on Knee Stability and Control
Orthopedic Care
Ankle / Foot
,
Knee
,
Manual Therapy
,
Mobility Work
The step down test is an important Physical Therapy test to determine the ability of our athletes to stabilize their
Age and Running Biomechanics
Sports Rehabilitation
Ankle / Foot
,
Running
Last year an estimated 30 million people ran at least 50 days for exercise and health benefits (Running USA).
Impact of Running Gait on Knee Health
Sports Rehabilitation
Ankle / Foot
,
Knee
,
Running
Running has increased in popularity over the last decade among both recreational and professional athletes. With this increase in popularity
Ankle Mobility Techniques
Orthopedic Care
Achilles Pain
,
ACL Injury
,
Ankle / Foot
,
Manual Therapy
,
Mobility Work
,
Plantar Fasciitis
,
Strength Training
Ankle mobility is essential for both daily walking tasks as well as higher level athletics and sports participation. In our
Hip Weakness and Risk of Future ACL Injury
ACL Recovery
ACL Injury
,
Hip
,
Injury Prevention
,
Knee
In prior posts we have documented the impact of ACL injuries on our athletes. Unfortunately, these injuries are becoming more
Lateral Hip Pain and Bursitis
Orthopedic Care
Back / Spine
,
Hip
Patients with outer hip, lateral, pain have previously been diagnosed with trochanteric bursitis indicating the fluid filled sack between our
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