Harry is playing soccer with his friends. Suddenly he collides with Matt and hits his head on the ground. There is no blood or even a bruise, but something pretty serious is going on with Harry. He has a massive head wound.
Whether you’re an athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who enjoys recreational sports, staying hydrated during athletic activities is important for performance and overall well-being. Dehydration can lead to decreased performance and fatigue. One common myth about hydration in athletes is that
Have you ever wondered why you or your athlete have the same nagging injury return every time the season for your sport starts back up? Have you ever wondered why you aren’t performing better from season to season? It is because you
When it comes to running, shoes are one of the most important items you need to consider. We have all experienced walking into a shoe store, or opening a shoe website, and being overwhelmed by the sheer number of varieties available to
What is that? Blood flow restriction training (BFR) is a method used to strengthen muscles when heavy lifting isn’t an option. We use a medical grade Delfi system that involves an extremity cuff, and a machine that is calibrated specific to the
We all want to be able to walk and move around without falling, or the fear of falling. The balance system in our body helps to keep us upright and oriented with activity, or even when standing in one place. There are
I started pitching competitively at a young age, at the start of Minor Leagues, in the Little League that I participated in. I remember my hands being so small that I had to use my index finger, middle finger and ring fingers
My last blog post touched on the Pitch Smart Guidelines for Pitch Counts depending on the age of your pitcher. The following are Risk Factors to consider when your youth pitcher is throwing and engaging in pitching activities. Pitching While Fatigued “Watch
Outpatient treatment has always been physical therapy’s domain. However, in recent years, occupational therapy has slowly incorporated itself as a vital asset to every outpatient physical therapy office. While physical therapy focuses on correcting muscle imbalances and eliminating compensatory movement strategies to
Knowing the ins and outs of your insurance is your right and responsibility. There are lots of ways to find out and educate yourself. There are booklets that should be available and even online versions of those booklets. On your insurance card