It is important to understand pronation and the way your foot moves when you run. Some people pronate more or less when they run. Learn about normal pronation, overpronation and underpronation, and how you can prevent injuries in this article published on Runnersworld.com. For more questions, call or visit our studio at 619-756-7500! […]
Chiropractor vs. Physical Therapy: Effective for the Back
October 21, 2014 by
Learn the difference between chiropractic and physical therapy treatments, and their effects for back problems. This article is from LIVESTRONG.com and written by Jessica McCahon. For more questions call our studio at 69-756-7500! Photo Credit BananaStock/BananaStock/Getty Images Physical therapy and chiropractic sessions both treat back pain without drugs or surgery. Chiropractic sessions and physical therapy […]
Physical Therapist’s Guide to Rotator Cuff Tear
October 14, 2014 by
Take care of your shoulders, and learn more about rotator cuff tears in this article from the American Physical Therapy Association, written by by Charles Thigpen, PhD, PT, ATC and Lane Bailey, PT, DPT, CSCS. For more questions, call our studio at 619-756-7500! The “rotator cuff” is a group of 4 muscles that are responsible […]
Physical Therapy for Shoulder Impingement & Tendonitis
July 24, 2014 by
Shoulder inflammation can be painful, and should be taken care of. It is common among swimmers, or sports where arm swings and shoulder rotation are used consistently. Here are a few exercises explained by Jessica Wellons in an article posted on Livestrong.com, to help strengthen your shoulder and thus prevent shoulder impingement and tendonitis. For questions, call us at […]
Exercise Ball Therapy for Lower Back Pain Relief
July 22, 2014 by
Lower back pain seems to be a common issue. Here is one way to relieve lower back pain using an exercise ball. This article was posted on spin-health.com, a forum for thousands of doctor written, doctor reviewed articles on back pain, neck pain, and related disorders. For more questions give us a call at 619-756-7500! […]
Physical Therapy Exercises for Core Stabilization
July 17, 2014 by
You probably use your core more than you realize. Core strength is extremely important and necessary balance, it is the base of your body that ultimately keeps you stable. Helen Mitchell, a physical therapist assistant, offers some great exercises written for Eastpoint Health & Fitness to strengthen your core. For more questions give us a […]
Skip the Running: Alternatives to High-Impact Exercises
July 11, 2014 by
When it’s time to get back into the gym, running always appears to be one of the best forms of cardio. However, it get be very stressful on your joints. Adrienne Santos-Longhurst gives us some great cardio alternatives in this article posted on Livestrong.com. For additional questions, give us a call at 619-756-7500! Give your […]
Physical Therapy Exercises for Runner’s Knee
July 3, 2014 by
Running is a popular form of exercise, but can be very hard on your body. Keith Strange offers some good exercises to help with “runner’s knee” in this article posted on Livestrong.com. For more questions give us a call at 619-756-7500! Runner’s knee is an overuse injury that can result in pain when bending your […]
Benefits of the Use of Ultrasound in Physical Therapy
June 26, 2014 by
If you have ever thought of using ultrasound for physical therapy, take a look at this article by Erica Jacques for more information. Give us a call at 619-756-7500 if you have any additional questions! Ultrasound can help to prepare a muscle for stretching. Ultrasound, according to Alain-Yvan Belanger, is the most commonly used modality […]
The Effects of Pronation Distortion Syndrome and Solutions for Injury Prevention
January 23, 2014 by
Issues starting at the foot and ankle can cause distress to other regions of the body. Read this article by Scott Lucett, MS, NASM-CPT, PES, CES who is a Senior Research Director for the National Academy of Sports Medicine for great insight on this topic! Then come see us at San Diego Sports Physical Therapy […]