Which Exercise is Best? The Bridge and Hip Thrust are commonly used exercises in physical therapy as well in the gym. A recent study has examined muscle activity during both of the exercises. Though they seem similar, the exercises differ in muscle activation. The muscles examined in the study include: the erector spinae, which extend
Neck pain is commonly reported with an estimated annual prevalence ranging from 30-50% of adults. Of those who experience this problem, approximately 30% will develop chronic, long-term symptoms. Therefore, it is evident that neck pain, also called cervicalgia, should be addressed in a timely manner with emphasis on promoting long-term improvements. This article will discuss
Demographics A recent study has analyzed the occurrence of falls in the population. The study found that there was an increased risk of falls in: women compared to men and those who are fearful of falling (Lim, 2019). Similarly, there is an increase in occurrence of falls with an increase in age as well as
Do you get a feeling of dizziness or vertigo when you get in/out of bed? How about when you are walking/driving and turn your head? Or rolling over in bed? If any of these activities cause dizziness, you may have a disturbance in the organs of your inner ear. What Happened? Inside our ears, there
Pain in the back of the hip and leg can make completion of everyday tasks difficult and can limit a person’s ability to engage in their favorite activities. One condition that can contribute to this type of pain is Piriformis Syndrome. This article will discuss the pathoanatomical features and symptoms commonly seen with this condition.
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
Lift With Your Legs When picking objects up from the floor, body mechanics are important for limiting stress through the low back. The lumbar spine is most vulnerable to injury in deep flexion; especially when combined with rotation. To limit the potential for injury, it is best to get close to the object, squat down
Pre-op PT Preoperative physical therapy is implemented before major surgical interventions such as ACL repair, total knee/hip/shoulder replacement, and more. The purpose of this is to maximize strength in the surrounding muscles, increase flexibility, and maximize range of motion prior to surgery. Is there any evidence to show this is beneficial? Recovery Benefits A recent
1. Ice and Elevation After Activity After engaging in physical activity, swelling and irritation of the joint structures of the knee can occur. This can cause sensations of stiffness, worsening of pain and general discomfort. By applying ice to the knees and elevating them above the level of the heart, you can reduce this swelling
