Does long distance running cause osteoarthritis of the knee? by Janeen Gray, PT, DPT March, 2014 Distance running is becoming an increasingly popular sport. According to Running USA, a non-profit organization for the running industry which tracks...
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Lower Back Pain – Proper Lifting Mechanics for the Low Back With lower back pain ranked as the leading cause of disability in Americans under 45 years of age and accounting for 600,000 cases of disability per year in the United States work...
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Returning to golf following knee surgery Returning to golf following a knee surgery can be a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. Golf places extremely high levels of dynamic forces on the tissues surrounding the knee. A safe return to the sport...
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Body Mass Index (BMI) and Patellar Tendinopathy in Badminton Players Badminton is one of the most popular and widely played sports in the world and is continuing to attract more athletes every year. As a racket sport, it isn’t surprising that...
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With autumn fast approaching, it’s hard not to think about just grabbing your surfboard and heading to the beach to catch a few more of those sweet, summer waves. The thrill of paddling your hardest, pushing up, and successfully becoming one with...
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How much arch support do I need? Do I need cushioning? Is a minimalist shoe right for me? What else should I look for in a shoe? These are common questions that many individuals are plagued with when faced with the task of purchasing a new...
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California Physical Therapy Association Key Messages for 2009 Legislative and Public Relations Campaign ALSO SEE: Factors Associated With Care Seeking From Physicians, Physical Therapists, or Chiropractors by Persons With Spinal Pain: A...
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Factors Associated With Care Seeking From Physicians, Physical Therapists, or Chiropractors by Persons With Spinal Pain: A Population-Based Study ALSO SEE : California Physical Therapy Association Key Messages for 2009 Legislative and Public...
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by Vicky Mai, PT, DPT Aerobic Exercise: What is it and who does it benefit? Aerobic exercise is a continuous activity, maintained for a prolonged period of time. Such activities may include but are not limited to: jogging, walking, swimming or...
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by Dana Liang, PT, DPT What is it? Shoulder impingement syndrome is a general term describing a group of pathologies that occur at the shoulder joint. Shoulder impingement syndrome is the most common cause of shoulder pain and is the reason for...
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by Sahana Krishnamurthy, PT, MSPT As a physical therapist involved deeply in the care of post-operative patients, I strongly recommend patients to ask several questions to their surgeon. You’ll achieve the best results from a surgery if you...
Read moreby Irina Stiasny, PT, DPT, PES 1.Get clearance from MD In the past, health care providers often instructed women to wait at least 6 weeks after giving birth to begin any exercises. The waiting game might be over depending on the type of delivery...
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