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An article by Juliane Kristine Morris. You may have heard a sports commentator mention an athlete’s ACL injury or maybe you’ve heard a friend say that they’ve torn their ACL.What is a torn ACL and what can help to prevent or heal it? An ACL injury is a sprain or tear of the anterior cruciate […]

An article written by Amber Arevalos. As parents, coaches, and teachers, we want our children to thrive and succeed at anything they choose to pursue. Sports is often one area in which children become competitive. The level of competition has reached a new high. The intensity level may increase the risk of injury.Back injury prevention

The labrum of the shoulder can be an area of the body that is vulnerable to injury. Activities ranging from repetitive motions like lifting, holding objects overhead, to sports-related activities with throwing from the shoulder and blows to the shoulder, can each cause the dreaded shoulder labrum tear or rotator cuff trauma that sometimes needs

Have you ever had that twinge in your back that does not seem to go away no matter what you do? There could be a number of different reasons for persistent pain. Knowing the source of your pain can help you get relief.  FIRST, YOU MUST DETERMINE IF YOUR PAIN IS CHRONIC OR ACUTE.  If

Whether related to surgery, injury, or even just wear and tear, the pain of the joints and muscles can interfere with our daily functioning, disrupt our sleep patterns, and generally wreak havoc on our lives. Often prescribed by doctors to address pain physical therapy is a type of medical treatment aimed at rebuilding strength and

When coronavirus began spreading through the United States, everyday routines like making groceries or visiting your momma and them suddenly changed. You had to remember to grab a mask and hand sanitizer along with your car keys. Those handshakes and hugs were replaced with awkwardly crossed arms and six feet of separation. Work meetings moved

When your body sustains a serious injury or diagnosis that threatens your overall health, it takes an obvious toll on your physical being. You may need to change your diet or lifestyle. There could be pain and mobility issues to contend with as well. And if you need physical therapy as a result, this can

Physical therapy is commonly thought of as something done after a joint replacement surgery in order to help patients heal faster and recover thoroughly. But do you know about pre-surgical physical therapy, or prehab? If you or someone you care for needs joint replacement or any other surgery, consider how prehab therapy can help them

So you’ve just wrapped up a great workout session and you are PUMPED! You made sure to warm-up beforehand and made it through your routine without any strains or sprains.You are energized and ready to tackle your day. But wait—what are you doing to cool down after your workout? A post-workout routine is just as

Have you ever had one of those weeks where you were going non-stop? Meetings, deadlines, family, chores, social obligations, to-do lists, appointments. By the time Sunday rolls around, you’re too tired to even sleep. If this sounds familiar, then you know burnout. But while everyday life can cause burnout, medical professionals have noticed it in