Health Blog Category: Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy Can Help Golfer’s Hip Pain and Mobility
Are you noticing soreness or pain in your groin? Does your back seem to feel better the more warmed up your hips are? Does your hip pain hold you back in the game? Golfing requires a tremendous range of motion to swing the club effectively. Our physical therapists at The Fitness Lab understand golfing mechanics and how vital your hips are to swing a club pain-free!
The golf swing has been associated with increased injury risk due to poor swing mechanics, inadequate spine (thoracic and lumbar) mobility, poor core stability, and lack of motion and strength in the hips.
Read full blogOptimize Your Athletic Performance and Reduce Recovery Time with Therapeutic Massage
If you are an athlete, you likely already understand the importance of maintaining good health, especially when competing in the sport you love. But did you know that working with an experienced physical therapist can hugely improve your athletic performance, and overall health, and reduce recovery time greatly?
When it comes to helping athletes heal from painful injuries, many physical therapists rely on a technique known as therapeutic massage.
If you’re an athlete whose aches and pains suggest something is missing from your cool-down routine, contact one of our Colorado physical therapy clinics located in Highlands Ranch, Greenwood Village, Parker, or Rino today to learn about our customizable treatment plans.
Read full blogAre You Wearing the Proper Footwear During Squats?
Those of us concerned about maintaining a high level of fitness, from weekend warriors to professional athletes, rely on a solid set of core muscles to stabilize the body and allow us to perform at our best. Athletes are attempting to enhance their form to complete this essential activity better.
One of the essential workouts for core strength is the squat! According to renowned strength coach Mark Rippetoe, the squat is an exercise that stimulates those core muscles.
Read full blogThe Benefits of Pre-hab and Post-Op Therapy For Athletes
Are you an athlete facing an upcoming surgical procedure? Are you looking for ways to maximize your outcome? Just like in sports, practice before your game is the difference between winning and losing. If you are looking for the edge in your recovery, preparing yourself the same way you do for game day is essential.
At The Fitness Lab, we can help you put the work in before and after surgery to put yourself in the position to win!
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help Young Athletes Recover From Concussions
Have you noticed that since hitting their head, your young athlete seems “off?” Are headaches and difficulty concentrating making it challenging to tolerate school and/or homework? You or your loved one might be dealing with the effects of a concussion. Fortunately, at The Fitness Lab, our physical therapists are trained to handle post-concussion symptoms and safely return to sports!
Research has shown that female athletes may be more likely to sustain a concussion while playing sports than male athletes.
Read full blogAre You An Athlete Living With Hip, Knee, and Leg Pain?
Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough because they have to be for your game! However, we’re all still human, and unfortunately, injuries do happen.
The hips and knees are your largest joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need. Conditions such as arthritis, aging, and sports injuries can all cause problems, and before you know it, pain symptoms can flare up.
If you’re experiencing hip, knee, or leg pain, call The Fitness LAB to schedule a closer look.
Read full blogHow Anti-Gravity Treadmills Can Help With Injury Recovery in Distance Runners
So maybe we aren’t in flying cars or living on the moon just yet, but there’s no denying that the future of technology has certainly arrived. Alter G’s antigravity treadmill provides a way to mimic the reduction of gravity and its effects on the body without requiring you to make a trip to the moon!
Alter G’s antigravity treadmill approach is proving to be an incredibly impactful piece of technology that can be used in a variety of use cases, ranging from competitive distance runners with complex training plans, to those recovering from an injury or surgery.
Read full blogYou Can Shed Those Extra Pounds with Interval Training
We Can Help You Reach Your Weight Goals!
Exercising at a constant rate will not produce the same results as interval training. Many people work out for an hour or more every day, several days a week, with little to show for it. While interval training has been around for a while, it has recently gained popularity as a way to reach weight loss goals and lose those extra pounds.
The following information explains what interval training is, why it works, and how you can incorporate it into your favorite exercise routine.
Read full blogHerniated Discs Can Be a Real Pain in the Back – Are You Living with One?
If you’ve been experiencing back pain, it just may be a herniated disc. A herniated disc can put extra pressure on the muscles and nerves around the spinal column.
Symptoms may include pain on one side of the body, pain that radiates to the arms or legs, aching, burning sensations in the affected area, and pain with certain movements.
How will physical therapy help my herniated disc?
Physical therapy plays a critical role in recovering from a herniated disc.
Read full blogCould Your Shoulder Impingement be a Result of Poor Posture?
Discover How Postural Improvement Could Relieve Your Impingement Discomfort
The shoulder is a unique part of the body, as it is composed of three bones: the humerus (arm bone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the clavicle (collarbone).
Rather than being “wrapped” in tendon and muscle like other bones in the body, these three bones are connected by a rotator cuff, which is a group of muscles and tendons. The bursa is a lubricating sac located at the top of your arm bone that allows the rotator cuff to move freely when you move your arm.
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