In our last blog, we went over common reasons or pathology that you may have pain in the front of your knee. We have seen first hand how debilitating knee pain can be in our patients. It affects your ability to go up/down stairs, play with your kids, or do household chores. In this blog, we will give a few starting exercises that may help get a jump start on your battle with knee pain. 1.Lateral band walks: We like to start with this exercise to help strengthen and increase how well your glutes help to stabilize your knee while performing activities. If you feel like your knee feels “unstab ..read more

Greetings, seekers of pain relief and knee health! We are thrilled to be on the journey with you through the intricacies of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS). In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the anatomy, causes, symptoms, and most importantly, effective strategies to overcome PFPS and regain optimal knee function. Our aim is to shed light on this prevalent knee condition, offering insights, strategies, and exercises to guide you on the path to recovery. Understanding PFPS: At the heart of PFPS lies the interaction between the patella (kneecap) and the femur (thigh bone). This comp ..read more

We have you covered. As Physical Therapists, we treat a lot of people with shoulder pain that affects their ability to perform workouts, play with their kids, or even how they sleep. As sports rehab professionals, here are some exercises we would recommend to start with for your shoulder pain. Feel free to perform these a few times a week or before your workouts. Keep in mind, shoulder pain can often be a very challenging injury to work with as it is a very complex joint and this introduction guide is not a “one size fits all” shoulder program, but it can become an effective warmup and reduce ..read more

Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery is a fairly common procedure involving surgical repair of torn and/or frayed rotator cuff tendons. There are 4 muscles that make up the rotator cuff. One or more of these tendons may be repaired in your surgery. How many tendons are repaired and what other work may be performed on the shoulder during the procedure, can impact the rate of progress in your recovery. Some examples of other work may include arthroscopic debridement (shaving down structures to make them smooth so less shearing occurs), and a biceps tenodesis or tenotomy (often the biceps tendon is frayed ..read more

Here are three reasons why you should choose Physical Therapy before going to your surgeon or doctor. Physical Therapists are movement experts. Physical therapists are trained at a Doctorate level to evaluate the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and associated systems and understand how they interact with each other. This depth of knowledge is what allows Physical Therapists to be considered experts in musculoskeletal medicine and keep you participating in the activities/hobbies you love with temporary modifications rather than tell you to “stop doing that for 2 weeks and the ..read more

Working from home can be great for a variety of reasons, more flexibility with schedules, less traffic, and more sleeping time! However, a lot of people have started to experience quite a bit of low back pain or discomfort from sitting all day. If that’s you, this blog is for you. Low back pain can be debilitating and can affect upwards of 80% of Americans, but with our busy lives and schedules, it may feel like a challenge to find time to find a solution or make a doctors visit. The good news is that is where we as Physical Therapists can help you get a jump on your back pain symptoms and avo ..read more

Have you or a loved one had a recent hip replacement? Here are some tips and tricks to help manage those early days. 1) Start Physical Therapy early! It may surprise you but the earlier you start Physical Therapy after surgery, the better! Getting in to see a PT can help reduce pain, reduce the chance of infections and blood clots. You should expect to see a PT just a few hours after your hip replacement and they will primarily help you perform functional tasks such as walking, getting out of bed, and going to the bathroom. 2) Do your exercises consistently! This may sound obvious, but this ca ..read more

In the realm of pain management and physical therapy, new and innovative techniques are continually emerging to provide effective relief to those suffering from various musculoskeletal issues. Although dry needling is not a new technique, it is being utilized more and more in the rehab world. The combination of Electrical Stimulation (E-STIM) and Dry Needling is a therapeutic intervention many experts are implementing into their treatment today. Explore what electric dry needling is, how it works, and the many benefits it offers for pain management and overall well-being. Understanding Elect ..read more

Meet Jackson, a high school football and lacrosse athlete who faced six months of upper hamstring pain. This pain sidelined him during the winter and spring seasons. However, in just six weeks of working with us, he made a comeback to the football field, completely pain-free, and even earned the title of Offensive Player of the Week. Jackson's story began with upper hamstring pain that held him back for half a year. Eager to get back in the game, he turned to our physical therapy clinic for help. Our team designed a personalized treatment plan, working closely with Jackson every step of th ..read more

Feeling stiffness or mobility limitations in your hips? Wanting to improve your hip flexibility? Try these out! Recommendation: 10 each side, 1 set, 1x per day Recommendation: 60 sec each side, 1 set, 1x per day Recommendation: 30 each side, 1 set, 1-2x per day Disclaimer: This content is not intended as medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always seek advice from a licensed physical therapist or medical doctor before starting an exercise program ..read more