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,…
The Road to Recovery: How Physical Therapy Guides Overhead Athletes Back to the Game
By Pat Griffin, PT, DPT, SCSOverhead athletes - throwers, pitchers, spikers, and racquet athletes - frequently encounter injuries stemming from repetitive motions, overuse, and the high-impact nature of their sports.…
Importance of Plyometric and Multi-Planar Training for Field Sport Athletes
Written By: Jacob Myers, PT, DPT, CSCS When designing a fitness routine or strength & conditioning program, many athletes and trainers emphasize the importance of training “functional movement patterns.” These…
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…
THE ROLE OF PT IN HOLISTIC HEALTH REGIMENS
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…
RED-S and Postpartum Return to Running
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…
Unlock Your Running Potential: Strength Training Tips for Spring Races
Written By: Bailey Souder, PT, DPT As your running race draws near, you may feel the strain of burnout or the frustration of plateauing progress in your training. While focusing…
Tips and Tricks to Prevent Injuries in Pickleball
Written By: Dr. Allison Funk, PT, DPT, ATC Pickleball is a sport that combines skills from badminton, ping pong and tennis that can be played on indoor and outdoor courts.…