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What Are The Best Treatments For Shoulder And Rotator Cuff Tendinitis?

Shoulder pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek care from their primary care physician and Physical Therapist.  In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy offices we successfully treat many shoulder conditions including rotator cuff tears, shoulder impingement, and tendinitis/tendinopathy.  Half of all shoulder conditions involve the tendons of the rotator...

Common Injuries in Firefighters and How Mend Physical Therapy Can Help

By: Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS Firefighting is one of the most physically demanding professions, requiring strength, endurance, and agility in unpredictable and high-stress environments. Due to the nature of the job, firefighters are at a heightened risk for musculoskeletal injuries that can impact their performance and long-term health.  ✅ Heavy loads + overhead work...

What is causing my jaw pain?  Common causes of TMJ pain

By: John Crawley, PT, DPT, OCS Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain is a common and often debilitating condition that affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. This complex joint, responsible for essential functions like chewing, speaking, and yawning, can become a source of significant discomfort and pain that can negatively affect function. Individuals experiencing TMJ pain...

Why In Network Physical Therapy Can Be Your Most Expensive Option

Accurately determining healthcare costs can be extremely difficult even for industry insiders and experts.  The amount of players including healthcare companies, providers, patients, and suppliers adds growing complexity to an industry that already lacks price transparency.  These factors prevent patients from determining what their costs will be for healthcare utilization including Physical Therapy. Outpatient Physical...

The Importance Of Return To Sport Training After Physical Therapy

By Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS At our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy offices, return to sport training is a critical phase in a patient’s recovery from pain, injury, or surgery.  In the fields of physical therapy and orthopedic medicine, “return to sport” has traditionally meant clearing patients for general activities like jogging,...

Do I Need Physical Therapy After My Hip Replacement?

Over 350,000 total hip replacements are performed in our country each year.  Most commonly these surgeries are performed to improve pain and function in end stage hip osteoarthritis.  In prior decades, a posterior or backside approach was common in the replacement.  In comparison, an anterior or frontside approach to the hip is more common in...

Check out the practice’s recently revamped webpage on its small group fitness classes to learn how they can contribute to your personalized health and wellness.  BOULDER, Colorado, September 09, 2024 – Mend Colorado, a leading physical therapy practice with offices in Boulder and Lafayette, is excited to unveil the updated webpage on its science-backed group...

Enhancing Endometriosis Care: The Role of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy

Endometriosis is a challenging and often debilitating condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus, leading to severe pelvic pain and discomfort. People suffering from endometriosis often face not just physical pain but also emotional and psychological stress. While traditional treatments focus on hormonal therapies and surgery, a growing body of research suggests that physical...

By utilizing evidence-based strength training programs, Mend’s expert clinicians provide personalized care to help patients regain bone mass and achieve optimal health outcomes.  BOULDER, Colorado – Mend Colorado, a leading physical therapy practice with locations in Boulder and Lafayette, wants to remind residents of its innovative approach to treating osteoporosis through specialized weight training. Leveraging the...