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How Can I Improve My Posture?

February 25th, 2022

Rounded Shoulders One of the most common abnormalities is a forward and rounded shoulder posture. As we interact with the world in front of us, the musculature of the chest and shoulders can become tight. This can pull the shoulders forward even when in a relaxed posture. Additionally, weakness of the muscles of the upper

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Why Am I Dizzy?

February 24th, 2022

Potential Causes Dizziness or sensations of motion while standing still can be caused by a variety of factors. Oftentimes, these symptoms can be the result of prescription medication side effects, alcohol consumption, changes in blood pressure, or neurological dysfunction. Vestibular System & Vertigo The vestibular system is a small structure in the inner ear that

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What Are The Motions of Your Ankle?

February 23rd, 2022

The ankle joint is called a “hinged synovial joint” which is formed by the talus, tibia, and fibula bones. The ankle joint is important during walking because it is the first point of contact and absorbs weight bearing force during gait. There are 6 isolated movements of the ankle joint and this article will display

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Structures Affecting Shoulder Stability

February 21st, 2022

The Glenohumeral Joint The shoulder joint is primarily composed of the glenoid fossa of the scapula and the humerus and is medically referred to as the glenohumeral joint. This joint is the most mobile joint in the human body as it has considerable range of motion in multiple planes of movement. With this increased mobility

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A Physical Therapist’s Breakdown of OBJ’s Super Bowl LVI Knee Injury

February 18th, 2022

Did you cringe during the Super Bowl LVI after Odell Beckham Jr. suffered a non-contact knee injury? This article will breakdown what happened during the play that OBJ got injured. Here is the link to the play below: Odell Beckham Jr. Leaves Field with Knee Injury OBJ takes a sudden stop after he catches the

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3 Common Hip Injuries

February 10th, 2022

Have you experienced hip pain when walking or going up stairs? Are you worried that your hip feels unstable? This article will go over 3 common hip conditions and the differences between them. Hip Labral Tear The hip labrum acts like a cushion for the hip joint. It is like a rubber seal to help

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Whiplash Injuries

February 3rd, 2022

Have you had a whiplash-like injury that has strained the neck muscles? Have you recently been in a car accident that has left your neck stiff and painful? Are you suffering with neck pain and/or loss of mobility that is affecting your daily function? Whiplash injuries are typically caused from motor vehicle accidents, sports injuries,

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Improve Your Bone Health with Physical Therapy

January 26th, 2022

Osteoporosis is a common condition in which the bones become weak and brittle. It is estimated that over 54 million Americans have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis may occasionally cause symptoms such as back pain, stooped or bent over posture with a “hump back”, loss of height, and shortness of breath. However, it is often considered a “silent”

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The Difference Between Achilles Tendinitis vs. Achilles Rupture

January 21st, 2022

The Achilles tendon is a thick band of tissue that runs along the back of the lower leg to connect your calf muscles (the gastrocnemius and soleus) to the heel bone. The primary action of these muscles is to plantarflex the foot, meaning bring the foot and toes down towards the ground. When these muscles

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