Running has become a very popular form of exercise over the last 50 years and it has been highly researched and many benefits are associated with running. However, there are also running related injuries due to the repetitive impact while running. Running shoe technology has also shown major advances over the last 50 years. There …
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In a recent article written by The Today Show wrote (The pandemic may be leading to more pelvic pain — here’s what to know) . . . WDPT's Women's Health Doctor, Rebecca Rauch, wanted to share her insights on this matter. The Latest on Pelvic Health Pelvic health providers such as medical doctors and pelvic …
Walking into the lobby of our clinic, Alisa Weldon (John's sister) said hello and welcomed Doris (Sara's caregiver) and Sara to WDPT. She had not met them before and they inquired about who Alisa was and why she was there. Alisa offered "I'm here to help my brother with his marketing and update his website". …
Goin Strain A groin strain is an injury to the groin—the area of the body where the abdomen meets the leg and the inner thigh muscles attach to the pubic bone. Typically, groin strains occur in the muscles of the upper inner thigh near the pubic bone or in the front of the hip. This …
All about Shoulder Impingement Shoulder impingement syndrome occurs as the result of chronic and repetitive compression or "impingement" of the rotator-cuff tendons in the shoulder, causing pain and movement problems. It can also be caused by an injury to the shoulder. People who perform repetitive or overhead arm movements, such as manual laborers or athletes …
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is a potentially painful and disabling condition of the upper extremity. It results from the compression of structures in the thoracic outlet, a space just above the first rib, and behind the clavicle (collar bone). Due to the range of signs and symptoms that can lead to a …
All about a Calf Strain A calf strain is an injury to the muscles in the back of your leg, below the knee. The calf is made up of 9 muscles. It is possible to injure 1 or more of these muscles at the same time. Calf strains can occur when a person is performing …
MENISCAL TEAR Meniscal tears are common injuries to the cartilage of the knee that can affect athletes and nonathletes alike. These tears can be either “acute,” meaning they happen as a result of a particular movement, or “degenerative,” meaning they happen over time. Your physical therapist can help you heal a meniscal tear and restore …
