TRIFECTA THERAPEUTICS HEALTH CARE NEWS
The PTβs Guide to Golferβs Elbow
βGolferβs Elbowβ, or medial epicondylalgia, is inflammation and pain at the medial elbow.
4 Common Dance Injuries and Exercises to Help Prevent Them
Dancing requires considerable strength, flexibility, and stability, which poses a high risk for injury in the sport. One study found that as many as 82% of modern dancers experience at least one injury in their dancing careers
Overhead Athletes: Essential Exercises for Shoulder Stability and Performance
Using the arm for daily activities is something we underestimate the value of until that simple ability is taken away from us due to injury.
ACL Rehab: Why itβs Essential to Start Off With the Essentials
The ACL rehab process is an extreme marathon ranging from 6-12 months in length. It will challenge you in ways you do not think were even possible.
Low Back Pain and the Brain
This article is for everyone, as unfortunately 80% of us will at one time get an episode of Low Back Pain (LBP). LBP absolutely plagues this country, as it is the #1 cause of disability for individuals <45 years old
Why Should You See a Specialist For Your Rehab?
To all of our benefits, medicine has greatly evolved over time. From Lasik eye surgery, to joint replacements, to the numerous vaccines that have cured countless diseases, medicine continues to help us live longer lives with improved quality of life.
CrossFit: Cult or Culture?
If you asked me a few years ago my opinion on CrossFit, it was unlikely that it would be a good one. I will admit, I judged it before I attempted it myself. I based my opinion simply on the fact of seeing more and more CrossFit athletes in rehab.
Concussions in Adolescents
If youβve been around athletics (whether watching or playing), you have most likely heard the term concussion. Although we may not realize it, concussions are a huge problem in athletics, especially concussions in children.
Knees Caving In When Squatting/Jumping? Hereβs Your Fix for Knee Valgus
If you polled most athletes and asked them whether or not theyβd like to increase their vertical jump, youβd more than likely get a resounding βYesβ. The vertical jump is one of the standards for overall athleticism and can translate well to many sport (and non-sport) related activities.
Strategies to Prevent Ankle Sprains in Soccer
A common injury seen in soccer is an ankle sprain, which is a stretch or tear of the ligaments around your ankle.
Becoming a Better Athlete After an Injury? How?
This NBA finals was an exciting one, but definitely a cringe worthy one with severe injuries to two of the biggest stars in the NBA, as Klay Thompson suffered an ACL tear and Kevin Durant tore his Achilles Tendon.
How Injuries Take Their Toll and What to Do About It
One of the great things about athletics is the thrill of competition. Victory can bring incredible joy, while losing does just the opposite.
Absorbing Force for Optimal Basketball Performance
We all know Ball is life. But unfortunately for many players, ball is also the cause of injuries, both serious and nagging. We all know Ball is life. But unfortunately for many players, ball is also the cause of injuries, both serious and nagging.
Lift Yourself: How My Weightlifting Journey Changed My Life
Four years ago I struggled to hold a gallon of milk over my head. Today, after embarking on my weightlifting journey, I can squat 185 pounds.
One Year Of Trifecta
So, one year has officially passed since the Trifecta dream officially began. What a wild and fun year it has been, almost feels like a lifetime.
Physical Therapy: A Necessary Evil or An Invaluable Tool?
Certain things in life are undeniably enjoyable. Ice cream. Hitting the game winning shot. Watching the Eagles beat the Patriots in the Super Bowl (sorry Dr. Boyd).
Therapeutic Exercises for Football by Position
We here at #TheFecta are big football fans, and now that the season is underway, itβs important for players to know what kinds of strategies they can utilize to enhance performance and prevent injury.
A Dream Come True
So something great happened this last week. We completed the rehabilitation of our first professional athlete, Kyle Hines. I can honestly say I have been imagining this day for over 10 years of my life when I first began to visualize my own sports rehab practice in college.