Physical Therapy
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Hydration for Athletes
Proper hydration for athletes is vital for top performance. It plays a significant role in overall health, athletic…
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Physical Therapy for Hip and Knee Injuries: Pathologies and Assessments
Hip and knee injuries are a common sight for physical therapists. The CDC states that nearly half of all…
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Running Injury Treatment: Helping Athletes Return to Sport
Returning to sport after a running injury requires a cautious and systematic approach to ensure the athlete’s full…
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A PT’s Guide to Rehabilitation After ACL Surgery
A complex set of tendons and ligaments help stabilize and support the knee joint with its every movement,…
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Hip and Knee Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist
Hip pain and knee pain are very common reasons for patients to seek physical therapy. Many different conditions…
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Rehabilitation for Common Running Injuries
Running injuries occur at all age ranges and skill levels, making them unique from patient-to-patient. Physical therapists aren’t just…
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Return to Learn Concussion Protocol: Evaluating Student Athletes
A ‘return to learn concussion protocol’ is a gradual, step-wise process that ensures that academic activities do not…
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PT Management of Osteoarthritis: Conservative and Surgical Management for Hand and Wrist
Osteoarthritis in the hand and wrist can be very debilitating for patients, who are often confused and lost…
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The Non-Sport Aspects of Concussion Management
Concussion management extends beyond the initial event and physical recovery and involves many non-sport aspects that are important…
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Body Neglect in Stroke Patients
Body neglect in stroke patients is a neuropsychological condition that occurs due to damage in one hemisphere of…
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Proper Nutrition and the Physical Therapist
Physical therapists (PTs) tend to focus on functional capabilities, strength, flexibility, and other physical components of the rehabilitation…
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The Pros and Cons of Ballistic Stretching
What is ballistic stretching? Ballistic stretching uses momentum to force a muscle beyond its normal range of motion.…
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