A Progression of Balance Training
How can I improve my balance? Balancing upright is a very import aspect of our lives, it is something that we learn from a very young age and sets us […]
I have begun to experience groin and/or lower abdominal pain. What could be the cause for this?
Pubalgia is a general term for disorders which result in pain of structures within the pubic region. Pubalgia typically occurs as a result of a sports injury involving sprinting, kicking […]
What is Tennis Elbow and how can it be treated?
Lateral Epicondylalgia What is Tennis Elbow and how can it be treated? Lateral (outside) elbow pain is a common overuse condition that affects 1-3% of the general population and up […]
Desk Job Inflexibility and Fixes
What can I do to reduce my risk of pain and injury while at work? Most jobs come with occupational hazards, any condition of a job that puts you at […]
What is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)?
The posterior tibial tendon is one of the major supporting structures of the foot. It runs down the back of your leg, along the inner part of your ankle and […]
Power Plate
What are the benefits of the “Power Plate”? The “Power Plate” has been getting a lot of attention the past few years and now can be seen in health clubs, […]
Hyperextended Knee Injury
What is a hyperextended knee injury and how is it treated? A hyperextended knee injury happens when excessive pressure or force pushes your knee past its normal extension range of […]
Achilles Tendinopathy
I recently ramped up in mileage, now my Achilles hurts, why? Countless runners, triathletes, and weekend warriors experience this pain each year, and it usually starts with the goal of […]
Video Gait Analysis
Over the past few years, the applications of video gait analysis (VGA) have greatly increased, causing more and more physicians, podiatrists and physical therapists to recommend VGA for their patients […]
The Female Athlete Triad
What is the Female Athlete Triad? The Female Athlete Triad is a serious health problem that is comprised of three interrelated medical conditions: disordered eating, decreased bone mineral density, and […]