Returning to Winter Sports After an ACL Injury
By: Kaitlyn Smith, PT, DPT As an avid skier who has experienced both the icy slopes of the East Coast and the powdery trails out West, one thing remains constant:…
Improving Ankle Mobility for Snowboarding Performance
With winter in full swing, snowboarders are gearing up to hit the slopes. While mastering snowboarding techniques requires skill and practice, one often-overlooked factor is ankle mobility, specifically dorsiflexion. Dorsiflexion,…
From Oversplits to Strength: Safer Stretching Strategies for Dancers
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…
Relaxing the Pelvic Floor: Mobility Exercises for Runners
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…
Integrating Cycling into Your Running Routine: A Path to Becoming a Stronger Endurance Athlete
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…
Taking Control of Your IC/BPS: Tips & Tricks from a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
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…
The Benefits of Dry Needling
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,…
Importance of Verbiage Used for Athletes Returning to Sports
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…
Postpartum Exercise: A Gradual and Safe Return to Fitness
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…
Get a Grip! Understanding the Link Between Grip Strength and Longevity
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…