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 this article, we discuss how …
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 advantages of a dynamic warm-up. …
The Benefits of a Dynamic Warm-Up to Ignite Your Performance (Part I) Read More »
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 elite athletes. For many years, …
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 to the Medial Collateral Ligament, …
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 avoid activities like walking, jogging, …
What’s That Pain Under My Kneecap? Understanding Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Read More »
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 with them one-on-one, and unfortunately, …
Strong and Healthy Knees for Your Sport and Lifestyle Read More »
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 confusing. What does it mean? …
Osteoarthritis: Clearing Up A Confusing Diagnosis Read More »
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 right foot and initiated a …
ACL Re-injury: A College Athlete’s Journey through a Torn ACL…Not Once, But Twice Read More »
Do you know how many people are walking around on a torn meniscus without even knowing they have a tear?? đź’ĄApproximately 5% of young people and up to 67% of older people have asymptomatic (non-painful) meniscus tears! đź’Ą How is that possible? Depending on the type of injury and how it is treated, the symptoms …
Meniscus Injuries: What To Know So They Don’t Hold You Back Read More »
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 that it affects many aspects …
ACL Injury, The Brain, and the High Re-Injury Rate Read More »
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 getting injured. Blowing out the …
7 Tips for Ski and Ride Pros To Avoid Injuries That Could Cost You Your Career Read More »
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 a DYNAMIC MOBILITY routine. With …
6 Count Mobility Routine for Hips, T-Spine, and Hamstrings Read More »
Ever wonder why so many snow-skiers have KNEE pain? Are YOU making these mistakes? It’s not your imagination, it is proven in the research that knees are the most frequently injured body part and the risk of severe arthritis is high. In this post, you will learn 5 reasons why snow-skiers have knee problems. Actually, you’ll …
5 Mistakes Snow-Skiers make that cause Knee Problems Read More »
What do ankle sprains, knee pain, hip pain, and lower back pain all have in common? 👉 When evaluating a patient with any of the above complaints, we OFTEN find an underlying balance deficit that was most likely present before the pain or injury was ever acknowledged. Do you have a hidden balance deficit? 🤷 …
Hidden Weakness that leads to Knee Pain and Ankle Sprains Read More »
An injury to the Anterior Cruciate Ligament, known as the ACL, can be season-ending and life-changing for a competitive athlete. As a coach, parent, or athlete, you would prefer to hear anything besides those three letters…A.C.L, which is why choosing an injury prevention program before that happens is essential. A torn ACL is a common …
Choosing the Best Injury Prevention Program for You Read More »
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