One of the most common injuries we experience as active individuals is the classic rolled ankle or ankle sprain. But first, let’s throw R.I.C.E. out the window- kinda! While these principles: rest, ice, compression, and elevation are not bad, we have better...
Change Activity Level Early A short-term fix is to decrease the amount of the activity that hurts. For example, if playing volleyball three times per week causes the achilles tendon pain to worsen; try playing one to two times per week. This will allow the body to...
You may have heard of blood flow restriction training (BFR) since it’s becoming more popular in physical therapy clinics across the country. This is because, under the right circumstances, BFR promotes muscle growth and enables you to gain strength without lifting...
Tendons, muscles, and ligaments are commonly injured, especially in active adults and athletes. Because they present similarly, it’s important to see a specialist who can confirm a diagnosis and get you started on your recovery. Tendinosis treatment requires accurate...
Pain can be a problem for many seeking the pursuit of an active lifestyle. The main causes of injury that result in heel, foot, and ankle pain involve intense physical movement. If you are one of the many people who experience pain because of an accident or injury,...
Achilles tendinitis can be frustrating for both the patient and therapist. This is partly because the condition itself is complicated and difficult to understand. And, although the term “Achilles tendinitis” refers to inflammation of the Achilles tendon, other...
