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Recovery,
Running,
Achilles Tendonitis: Diagnosis & Treatment
Achilles Tendonitis can be a painful condition for runners, often leading to reduced mileage or even complete rest from training. If you are sick of running with Achilles Tendonitis then this article will give you a road map to get back to full speed! What is Achilles Tendonitis? Achilles Tendonitis refers to a condition where the Achilles tendon becomes overloaded...
Hip Pain,
Running,
Hip Pain in Runners
Dealing with hip pain when running? Hip pain, especially in women, is by far one of the most common pain complaints that we see runners dealing with when they book evaluations with us. Like all injuries, diagnosing the root cause of why you developed a hip injury while running is crucial in order to fully resolve symptoms long term so...
Low Back,
Migraine,
Neck Pain,
Shoulder Pain,
TMJ,
A Guide to Conditions Treated with Dry Needling
Dry needling has emerged as one of the most effective treatments for pain when used as part of a comprehensive rehab program. With the ability to rapidly reduce pain and improve mobility, dry needling can be the tool you need to find the pain relief you deserve! Let’s break down how this technique works and what conditions if works best...
Pelvic Floor,
Pregnancy & Postpartum,
Reconnect to the CORE Postpartum: Pelvic Floor Exercises for Postpartum Healing
Congratulations on the arrival of your bundle of joy! As you embark on the incredible journey of motherhood, taking care of yourself is just as important as caring for your newborn. One aspect of postpartum recovery that many new moms consider is returning to exercise. The first step to returning to exercise is reconnecting with your core musculature. When we...
CrossFit,
Low Back,
Preventing Back Pain in CrossFit: Key Considerations for Training Safely
The back is the most commonly injured area of the body in CrossFit athletes. No one wants to modify workouts or miss their favorite lift because of a low back pain flare-up, so let’s discuss strategies for preventing back pain in CrossFit. Common Causes of Back Pain in CrossFit Several factors contribute to back pain in CrossFit athletes. The most...
Injury Prevention,
Running,
Stress Fractures in Runners: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Rehabilitation
Stress fractures in runners can be both a challenging diagnosis as well as a tough injury to come back from safely. In this article, we’ll break down why stress fractures happen and what you can do to get back on the road! What Are Stress Fractures? Our bones constantly adapt to the stresses we place on them—each day, we continuously...
Headaches,
Dry Needling for Headache Relief
Many individuals suffer from chronic headaches and the disabling impact it has on their lives. Those with chronic headaches often get varying diagnoses, such as migraines, tension headaches, and cluster headaches. But we frequently see cervicogenic headaches who arise because neck stiffness is the biggest driver of headaches in the clients we help. This article will help you understand how...
Pelvic Floor,
Pregnancy & Postpartum,
What is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy?
So you’ve gotten a referral from your doctor, or maybe you’ve heard your friend tell you about the wonders of pelvic health physical therapy… but what exactly is pelvic floor physical therapy? The Pelvic Floor To first discuss what pelvic floor physical therapy is, we need to talk about what the pelvic floor is. The pelvic floor is a group...
Knee Pain,
Running,
IT Band Syndrome
IT Band Syndrome is a painful condition, usually around the outside of the knee and thigh, that often limits runners’ and other athletes’ physical activity levels as pain increases. If you’re struggling with IT Band Syndrome, this article will help you understand why you have these symptoms and how to alleviate your pain! The Purpose of the IT Band The...