Knee injuries are one of the most common injuries seen in both athletes and active adults, and one of the most frequently injured structures in the knee is the ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament. You may have heard about ACL injuries when professional athletes go down with knee injuries, but ACL tears can happen to
Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain is a common but often misunderstood source of lower back and hip discomfort. The SI joints sit where the spine meets the pelvis and play a key role in transferring forces between the upper body and legs. When these joints become irritated—due to injury, pregnancy, muscle imbalances, or repetitive stress—pain can
Patellar tendinopathy—often called “jumper’s knee”—is an overuse injury that causes pain just below the kneecap, especially during activities like squatting, running, or jumping. It develops when the patellar tendon is repeatedly stressed without adequate recovery, leading to tendon irritation and reduced load tolerance. Left untreated, it can become a chronic issue that limits daily activity
Lower Crossed Syndrome is a common postural imbalance that often affects people who sit for long periods. When you sit a lot, the hip flexors on the front of your hips become shortened and tight, while the glutes and abdominal muscles tend to weaken from inactivity. This imbalance tilts the pelvis forward, increasing the arch
Greater trochanter pain syndrome (GTPS) is a common condition characterized by chronic pain and tenderness on the outer side of the hip, typically over the greater trochanter, the bony prominence at the top of the femur. It often results from inflammation or irritation of the gluteal tendons, particularly the gluteus medius and minimus, or from
Heel pain is a common and often debilitating condition that can significantly impact daily activities and quality of life. Whether it’s a sharp stab with the first steps in the morning or a persistent ache throughout the day, heel pain can make even simple tasks feel monumental. This blog post will explore how physical therapy
The elbow is one of the most complex joints in the human body. It is responsible for allowing us to lift, throw, push, and perform countless daily tasks. Because of its structure and high mobility, the elbow is also vulnerable to injuries such as dislocations, fractures, and chronic overuse conditions. In this article, we will
If you are experiencing wrist pain that is affecting your ability to work, type, lift, or enjoy your favorite activities, you are not alone. Wrist pain is one of the most common complaints we see in physical therapy. It can come from a variety of causes including overuse injuries to traumatic accidents. Understanding the source
Vestibular neuritis is a disorder characterized by inflammation of the vestibular nerve, which is responsible for transmitting balance-related signals from the inner ear to the brain. This condition typically presents with a sudden onset of severe vertigo, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and imbalance, but notably without hearing loss. It is usually caused by a
