Turf toe is a common sports injury that occurs when the big toe is hyperextended, causing damage to the soft tissue around the joint. This injury is common among athletes who play on artificial turf, hence the name “turf toe.” Turf toe can cause pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the big toe, making it
Hip bursitis is a common condition that causes pain and discomfort in the hip area. It occurs when the bursae, which are small fluid-filled sacs that act as cushions between bones, tendons, and muscles, become inflamed. The inflammation can cause pain and tenderness in the hip, making it difficult to move or even walk. Physical
Do you notice pain, numbness and tingling in your forearm? Do you experience weakness in your wrist and hand? You may be experiencing compression of one of the nerves passing through the elbow. Cubital tunnel syndrome (CuTS) is a condition that affects the ulnar nerve as it passes through a narrow space on the inner
Nerve pain, also known as neuropathic pain, is a type of chronic pain that is caused by damage or dysfunction in the nervous system. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including diabetes, shingles, multiple sclerosis, and spinal cord injuries. Nerve pain can be a debilitating condition that can significantly affect a person’s
Muscle atrophy is a common condition that occurs after immobilization or lack of movement of a body part. This can happen after a prolonged period of bed rest or due to an injury that requires immobilization, such as a fracture. When muscles are not used regularly, they begin to weaken and shrink in size, leading
Diastasis recti is a common condition that affects many women, particularly those who have given birth. It is a separation of the abdominal muscles, which can cause a bulge in the belly and a weakened core. Physical therapy is an effective treatment option for diastasis recti, and in this blog post, we’ll explore why. First,
What Do The Statistics Say? A recent study examined 201 articles analyzing the average length of recovery period after ACL surgery. The study found that on average, patients who had ACL surgery were able to return to running in 12 weeks (Rambaud, 2018). However, just because they began running, does not mean they were cleared
Building muscular strength can be done in a variety of ways. Generally, the load applied to a muscle should be challenging enough to promote cellular changes in the muscle itself. This concept, along with adequate rest, is foundational to increasing the amount of force a muscle can generate. Concentric vs Eccentric A muscle can generate
You Rolled Your Ankle… Rolling your ankle is a common injury many people experience. The ankle frequently “rolls” causing the foot to come inward relative to the lower leg (shin). This motion can cause damage to the tendons and ligaments on the outer, or lateral, portion of the ankle. Most often the fibers of these
