Health blog

By Mike Bills, MS PTWhat does the word 'strength' really mean? In order to fully understand how to develop a strengthening program appropriately, you first have...

Have you ever “rolled” your ankle? Chances are that you have, because what is commonly referred to as a “rolled ankle” or ankle sprain is one...

By Alyssa Burke, PTAThe season of 5k’s and obstacle course races like Tough Mudders and Spartan Races are in full swing. Whether you have thought about...

Bursitis is an inflammation of a structure called a “bursa” and most commonly occurs in knees, hips, shoulders and elbows. Pain is the number one symptom of...

I’m sure there have been numerous times you have watched a sporting event, or even participated in a sport yourself and heard the statement, “I’ve pulled...

By Cierra Washington, ATCYou’ve probably heard of IT Band syndrome. But what is it exactly? Let’s start with the name. The ‘IT’ refers to the iliotibial...

Do you know what constitutes a complete warm-up? Too often, sports-related injuries occur and could have been easily prevented had the athlete thoroughly prepared their body...

Many people have heard and will use terms like “tennis elbow” and “golfer’s elbow” but what exactly is the difference?Not much really....Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow...

This time of year we see more and more patients complaining of shoulder pain and with good reason. Maybe you've been swimming for the first time...

Hands down, the worst kind of plan is no plan. A plan has three purposes: Help reach goalsHelp prevent injuries while increasing performanceHelp monitor progress We...

By Mike Bills, MS PTSo what are some signs that you may have pulled a muscle? You will generally notice some level of discomfort either right...

By Xavier Thompson, ATCCross training. What is it and why is it important? If you follow the headlines of any sports’ stars in the off season,...