Recently, in the dance world, more people have been discussing appropriate vs. harmful stretching habits. Stretching oversplits has become a hot topic within this umbrella of harmful stretching practices. In…
Did you know that the Pelvic Floor plays a large role in running performance? Running is a full-body exercise requiring adequate strength, endurance, mobility, and recovery time. The pelvic floor…
When incorporated into a well-rounded running training program, cycling can enhance your overall performance and endurance. Whether your goal is a 5K, half marathon, or full marathon, cross-training with cycling…
By: Rachael Reuter, PT, DPT, IDN-C Managing Interstitial Cystitis (IC) or Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS) can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can alleviate symptoms and improve your…
By Ariana Maxwell Dry Needling: A Comprehensive Guide to Pain Relief and Athletic Performance Enhancement Dry needling is a highly effective therapeutic modality used by physical therapists to decrease muscle tension,…
Written By: Taylor Hensh, PT, DPT, CSCS Multidisciplinary Approach to Athlete Rehabilitation Rehabilitating athletes effectively requires a multidisciplinary approach, involving collaboration among physical therapists, athletic trainers, physicians, nutritionists, and mental…
Written By: Dr. Alissa Klein, PT, DPT As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I understand the importance of a well-structured and gentle return to exercise postpartum. A gradual return to…
Written By: Emily Garguilo, PT, DPT Did you know that one of the most accurate physical indicators of a person's longevity is their grip strength? At first glance, this might…
Written By: Katelyn Goodhart, PT, DPT, Clinical Coordinator When contemplating physical therapy, many tend to focus solely on aspects of "physical health," a natural association given the name. In my…
Written By: Corinne Howe, PT, DPT What is RED-S? RED-S, or Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, results in impaired functions such as metabolic rate, menstrual function, bone health, immunity, protein…