Hamstring injuries are some of the most common injuries among athletes, especially those in sports that involve sprinting or sudden starting/stopping of movements. Unfortunately, a sprained or torn hamstring muscle can force an athlete to stop participating in their sport for weeks, or even months at a time. Hamstring injuries occur when the muscles are
Breathing is one of the most important functions that takes place in our bodies. The oxygen that we take in with each breath powers every system in our body. We breathe naturally without even thinking about it, but did you know that controlling and practicing your breathing can improve your performance when exercising and even
Do you experience frequent jaw pain or notice clicking/popping in your jaw throughout the day? Have difficulty fully opening or closing your mouth because you feel like it is locked in place? You may be among the over 10 million Americans affected by Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD). It should be noted that many people mistakenly
Have you ever noticed your hip on one side dropping when you walk? Does this result in you looking like you are limping, waddling, or missing a step? You may be experiencing what is known as Trendlenburg gait. This is an abnormal gait pattern that is caused by weakness or paralysis of the hip abductor
Flexibility is an often overlooked aspect of physical fitness. However, it is just as important as strength and endurance! Being more flexible has many benefits, including lowering your risk of injury, decreasing pain, improving posture and balance, and improving performance in sports. One area of the body that people usually complain about being “tight” is
Do you experience tired, sore, or achy muscles throughout the day? Are you recovering from an injury or surgical procedure? Do you have a condition that brings pain to your bones or joints? Whatever the case may be, a physical therapist can create a personalized treatment program for you, to help increase your energy and
Participation in athletics and exercise are a great way for all girls and women to stay healthy and active throughout the lifespan. However, a real danger is presented when this participation is taken to extremes or when unhealthy dieting is involved. Pressure from sports that promote a thinner physique (for either physical appearance or sport
Balance is essential for everyday life. It is what allows us to control our movements and prevents us from falling. It is a necessary component of fitness at all ages and activity levels. In fact, balance is one of the four types of exercise that the American Heart Association recommends be included in a healthy
With the recent downpours the area has been experiencing, you may have noticed that your joints seem to ache more when rain is in the forecast. It is not uncommon for people to complain of increased joint pain when there is rain or the weather is more cold than usual. Why is that? Although scientists
