An Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury is one of the most common lower extremity traumatic injuries reported in athletic populations, particularly in sports that involve pivoting and cutting, such as soccer, basketball, football, and snow-skiing. In fact, up to 250,000 ACL injuries are reported in the United States alone every
Piriformis Syndrome is a common yet often misunderstood condition causing pain, numbness, and tingling in the buttocks and down the leg. This syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle, located deep in the buttock region, compresses or irritates the sciatic nerve. Understanding its anatomy, causes, aggravating activities, and effective stretches is
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are a common and debilitating injury in sports, and unfortunately, youth females are more susceptible to a torn ACL compared to males. But why? Why do we see more female athletes tearing their ACL? What can females do to decrease their risk? In this article,
In recent years, dynamic stretching has gained recognition as the best stretching method to prepare for sports; but in the meantime, many people took this to mean that static stretching is “bad.” Is static stretching truly bad? Does static stretching negatively impact performance? Should static stretching be avoided altogether? In
Forget the old ways of passively warming up. Gone are the days where athletes gather in a group and static stretch in a circle… The most current research shows that the best way to warm-up and prepare for athletic movements is to actually move like an athlete! There are extraordinary
If female athletes are still starting practice with “two laps and static stretches”, it’s time to amplify their warm-up routine and set them up for success, not injury. Find out how to prevent injuries and enhance performance with a step-by-step dynamic warm-up, like professional coaches and trainers are doing with
Do you have pain on the inside area of the knee after taking a direct hit to the side of your leg? Does your knee feel unstable or loose when you step sideways or pivot? If you’re having pain on the “medial”, or inside area, of your knee, an injury
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome That dull, achy, throbbing, sometimes-sharp pain around the knee or kneecap that comes-and-goes based on activity might be a condition known as Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. Sometimes associated with cracking and popping, patellofemoral pain can range from not-so-bad to debilitating discomfort that causes people of all ages to
About 5 years ago, I knew there had to be a way to teach people HOW to improve their knee health and resilience WITHOUT them coming to see me in my clinic first after an injury… There are so many VALUABLE TIPS that I teach my patients when I’m working
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder in the United States and may cause pain, stiffness, and limitations with day to day activities. Unfortunately, many people feel forced to give up their favorite sports or lifestyle as a result of being labeled with “osteoarthritis”. A diagnosis of “osteoarthritis” can be
Sam’s Story: *Name changed to protect the identity of the athlete. It was early spring of 2020 and Sam was eager to prove herself on the soccer field in an off-season scrimmage against a neighboring university. She chased after a ball and attempted to evade an opponent. She planted her
Do you know how many people are walking around on a torn meniscus without even knowing they have a tear?? 💥Approximately 5% of young people and up to 67% of older people have asymptomatic (non-painful) meniscus tears! 💥 How is that possible? Depending on the type of injury and how
A Need for “External Focus of Attention” in ACL Rehab Can an injury to a ligament actually affect how your brain works? And can the change in your brain actually make you more prone to injury? If you have torn the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in your knee, you understand
Working on the slopes at a ski resort is one of the most thrilling and satisfying jobs you can earn. If you are lucky enough to land one of these sought-after positions as an instructor, patroller, host, or operator, then you have more on the line when it comes to
Are you tired of holding stretches for 30 seconds? Do you want to get more stretching done in less time? Do you want to get MORE OUT OF YOUR WORKOUTS overall? I’m going to show you how you can be MORE EFFICIENT with your workouts, by stringing movements together into
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