Injury Prevention

The injury prevention category features some of the most common musculoskeletal issues that people come to physical therapy with and shares valuable tips to modify activities and decrease pain.

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Are Birkenstocks Good For Plantar Fasciitis?

It’s often recommended to wear and supportive running shoe or even a walking shoe when dealing with plantar fasciitis. But what happens during the summer? Are Birkenstocks good for plantar fasciitis? The quick answer: Yes, Birkenstocks are a great option for plantar fasciitis because of multiple features that help support the arch and heel, however,

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5 Exercises To Avoid With Achilles Tendonitis

Knowing what to avoid when you’re dealing with Achilles tendon pain is just as important to get you feeling better fast.  In this article, I’ll review five exercises to avoid with Achilles tendonitis to stop the roller coaster ride of symptom exacerbation so you can start feeling better.  Exercises to avoid with Achilles tendonitis Friendly

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What To Avoid With Shoulder Impingement

Shoulder impingement syndrome is very frustrating, especially when the pain seems to come and go.  You never quite know when you’ll be greeted with a shot of severe pain.  This article will outline the major things to avoid when you have shoulder impingement so you can stop exacerbating the pain and start feeling better.  What

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Kinesiology Tape vs. Athletic Tape (What’s The Difference?)

Tape is tape, right? Wrong.  If you’ve ever found yourself riddled with indecision in the sports tape aisle, you’ll quickly learn there’s quite a variety. So before you just grab any old tape and hope for the best, this article will explore the differences between kinesiology tape vs. athletic tape so you can choose the

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Why Does My Achilles Feel Tight? (14 Possibilities)

Does your Achilles frequently feel tight or painful? That nagging feeling (especially after you were active) may be trying to tell you something (and the problem may not be just your Achilles). Keep reading to discover some of the most common reasons why your Achilles always feels tight, what you can do about it, and

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Why Are My Hamstrings So Tight? (plus how to fix it)

Do you feel like your hamstrings always feel tight no matter how much you stretch?  Then this article is for you.  Tight hamstrings are a common concern, but the answer isn’t more stretching. Keep reading to learn what causes hamstring tightness and actionable solutions for chronically tight hamstrings. Hamstring anatomy First, let’s take a minute

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Taping For Patellofemoral Syndrome (Expert Tips & Tricks)

Have you ever wondered if slapping on some colorful tape can solve your knee pain problems? After all, athletes are always covered in it, so it must be good. Taping is a popular go-to for injuries and patellofemoral pain is no exception. Although it may be popular, does it actually work? As a certified Kinesio taping

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