Posts Tagged ‘Physical Therapy’

Gluteus Medius Exercise: Advanced Progressions

Athletes are required to perform explosive powerful movements during sport.  The hip muscles, including the gluteus medius, help generate and…

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5 Gluteus Medius Exercise Progressions

The primary role of the gluteus medius is to stabilize and control movement of your pelvis during weight bearing activities. …

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Gluteus Medius Exercise: Getting Started

In a previous article, we discussed the importance of the gluteus medius muscle in controlling lower extremity alignment during the…

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How to Squat without Knee Pain

Many people avoid squatting because of knee pain.  However, when done correctly, or with a few easy modifications, just about…

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Self-Management of Pain: Your Physical Therapist as a Guide

Too many medical approaches in today’s society are dependent on others (therapists, doctors, etc) and include passive treatments (medications, injections,…

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How Your Physical Therapist Can Help Your Back Pain

Low back pain is the most common cause of disability and lost work time in industrialized countries.   Persistent low back…

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5 of the Best Abdominal Exercises

Abdominal muscle weakness and poor control of your trunk (or “core”) negatively influence athletic performance and your activities of daily…

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Abdominal muscle exercise

Hip Hinge Basics

The hip hinge is an important movement pattern for everyday life and athletics.  The movement is similar to “bowing” or…

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Abdominal Oblique Injuries in Sports

Abdominal oblique injuries, also known as side strains, are common in rotational sports such as baseball, tennis, golf, and track…

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Finished Your Physical Therapy: What’s Next?

The day has come.  You’ve dedicated your time and put in the work now you and your physical therapist have…

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Build Exercise Habits after Physical Therapy