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It’s game day! What is the first thing that you need to prioritize to make sure that you’re going to perform at your absolute best come game time? The first thing you need to make sure happens is that you are able to get as close to if not more than 8 hours of sleep. […]
There are roughly 200,000 reported anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries every year. Approximately 65% of reported injuries are surgically reconstructed. More specifically, the reconstructive surgery is known as a graft; a procedure that harvests healthy tissue and transplants it to the traumatized area. The ACL stabilizes the femur on the tibia from movement forwards and […]
This is a question I get almost every day; “When can I get back to playing golf?” or “When can I get back on my surfboard?”. These are tough questions to answer on your own especially if your favorite recreational activity is the reason why you’re at physical therapy right now. We need to start […]
So you just started physical therapy for your knee replacement and this means you can’t workout while you’re completing your rehab. This is totally wrong! Just because you’re coming to physical therapy for one ailment, whether it is a knee replacement, pain in your low back, or a torn rotator cuff, it does not mean […]
The ketogenic diet is a lifestyle that promotes and maintains ketosis. What is ketosis? Ketosis is the burning of fat stored in the body as opposed to the burning of glucose from carbohydrates. This is achieved through limiting your carbohydrates and increasing the amounts of proteins and fats in your diet. By doing this, our […]
A muscle strain of the lumbar spine is one of the most common causes of low back pain. This type of strain occurs when a force is created through the lower back. We all know that strenuous activities such as lifting a heavy box or sudden rapid movements involving the spine can cause muscles in your […]
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) accounts for 80% of reported dementia in the geriatric population globally (Gill & Mahdi, 2014). Thanks to the research of Dr. Alois Alzheimer and other neuropathologists, it has been commonly accepted that the accumulation of amyloid plaques (Aβ) and neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs) are responsible for the onset of AD. As these plaques […]
It’s all about your rotator cuff strength! Rock climbing is quickly becoming more popular as a sport, with indoor climbing gyms making it more accessible than ever. It is even coming to the 2020 Olympics in Japan, for the first time ever! Indoor climbing has enabled individuals, young and old, to safely enjoy the climbing […]
Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine. As healthcare professionals, we’re always looking for lateral and rotational components when assessing an individual’s spine. If a scoliosis is detected, the curvature is typically named by it’s shape and lateral convexity. A scoliotic spine can develop into a C-curve or S-curve and will commonly affect the […]
With May being National Stroke Awareness month, it is important to know that stroke is a medical emergency that is highly preventable, with exercise being key to such prevention. The effects of living a more sedentary lifestyle can vastly increase an individual’s chances of experiencing a stroke at some point in life. Living an active […]
