If you’ve ever felt drained at the end of the day, wondering if you can keep up with the pace, you’re not alone. Many PTs feel this way, but at Athletico, we believe no clinician should have to sacrifice their well-being for their career. Burnout is a widespread issue in the physical therapy industry – […] The post 5 Ways to Prevent Burnout as a Physical Therapist appeared first on Athletico ..read more

Within the healthcare system, it can feel like there’s a lot of jargon out there, making it difficult to make sense of your symptoms and the available treatment options. Understanding what is going on when you are in pain is comforting and allows for a better understanding of treatment plans. The hip, specifically, is a […] The post Hip 101: Understanding Your Pain and Options for Relief appeared first on Athletico ..read more

Congratulations! You passed your NPTE and are officially a licensed physical therapist. After years of hard work, you’re ready to begin your career. During your clinical rotations, you were probably exposed to a variety of conditions, helping you to discover which patient populations you enjoy treating the most. One of the best ways to ensure […] The post How to Build Your Caseload as a New Grad appeared first on Athletico ..read more

After a long session of pool intervals, swimmers can greatly benefit from reaching for the foam roller to aid in recovery. Foam rolling benefits for swimmers include relieving muscle pain caused by trigger points, increasing flexibility to overtightened muscle groups, promoting relaxation post-workout, and helping the recovery process by increasing blood flow, oxygen, and lymphatic […] The post Benefits of Foam Rolling for Swimmers appeared first on Athletico ..read more

March 8th signifies International Women’s Day (IWD), a global day celebrating women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. It is one of the most important days to celebrate women’s accomplishments and raise awareness about women’s equality. At Athletico, we believe in the power of advocacy and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all […] The post International Women’s Day: Accelerate Action appeared first on Athletico ..read more

Pickleball is a great, low-impact sport for people of all ages. However, injuries can still occur in a low-impact sport. To keep you on the court and playing for many more years, let’s look at some ways to prevent injuries. The most common pickleball injuries are sprains and strains. Sprains are injuries to a ligament, […] The post Prevent Pickleball Injuries appeared first on Athletico ..read more

Are you someone who has dealt with the effects of migraines in the past? Migraines are more common than you may think. Approximately 1 in 5 women and 1 in 16 men will experience a migraine at some point in their lives. These studies also show that 1 in 11 children will experience a migraine. […] The post Prone to Migraine Attacks? Here’s How You Can Find Relief appeared first on Athletico ..read more

A National Council of Aging (NCOA) study found that one out of four Americans over 65 falls each year. However, falls do not only occur in older adults. A recent study found that 48% of young adults have fallen at least once in their lives, followed by 25% falling more than once and 10% reporting […] The post 6 Ways A Vestibular Physical Therapist Can Help You Put Falls in the Past appeared first on Athletico ..read more

Cheerleading and gymnastics are incredibly demanding sports requiring strength, flexibility, and precision. Yet, they also carry a significant risk of injury, particularly in the lower extremities. The prevalence of lower extremity injuries in cheerleading and gymnastics worldwide has increased significantly over the last decade as both sports have evolved1,2. One study, including 6-to-17-year-old gymnasts, found […] The post Understanding Lower Extremity Injuries in Cheerleaders and Gymnasts appeared first on Athletico ..read more

If you follow the NFL, you followed Tua Tagovailoa’s big hit this season, his history of concussions, and his alarming on-field reactions. This is not considered a typical response to a concussion. Many football players (from youth to professional) can play an entire season without sustaining an injury severe enough to be pulled from the […] The post The Sub concussive Blow: How Minor Head Impacts Affect Us appeared first on Athletico ..read more