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The role an athletic trainer plays within a professional sports organization can vary from team to team, but one thing never changes: providing the best care for the athletes they treat and work with daily. Spooner’s Athletic Trainer, Greg Spence, MA, ATC, provides us with a glimpse into his role in helping Phoenix Rising athletes […]
By: Alix Ungaretti, PT, DPT, CSCS
Cap and goggles at the ready, bike staged, and sun blazing. Triathlons are an exciting event, be it a relay or individual event. USA Triathlon – the sports governing body – sanctions more than 4,300 races every year with nearly 400,000 members. It is composed of athletes of all […]
By: Jarad Brisbin, PT, DPT, CAFS
Returning to sport following a traumatic injury can be a tricky process, no matter the injury. There is no “protocol” or template to follow, there are countless variables to account […]
Throughout this series, we’ve covered musculoskeletal disorders, the opioid epidemic, why painkillers are so addicting, where the majority of disabilities originate from, and challenges navigating the healthcare system. But one question is left, what can we do about it? As it turns out, there is quite a lot, both at an industry level and […]
When used properly, painkillers can be a useful tool in aiding the recovery process. However, patients don’t always realize how dangerous and addictive painkillers can be, especially when they are prescribed by a healthcare provider. Many painkillers are opioids, mind-altering medications not intended for long-term use that often result in dependency or addiction.
When taking painkillers, the body’s nervous system […]
Patient education is important in understanding the human body and what it’s trying to tell us. When it comes to functional issues, “pain” is a bit abstract. Pain could mean damage to the body, but not always. Pain could be felt disproportionally to the dysfunction, either hurting more […]
The United States is battling an opioid epidemic. Opioids, or painkillers, were seen as miracle drugs and used for decades in acute and chronic pain management. It was believed these drugs helped people manage pain without the risk of addiction. Unfortunately, that was not the case. Research made […]
Rotator cuff tears are a common injury, especially with athletes. Without proper recovery after intense activity, the muscles and tendons can weaken over time increasing the risk of tearing. Tears can also occur from a sudden force on the shoulder, like a fall.
Rotator cuffs are complex with several muscle groups and tendons stabilizing the shoulder. […]
If there’s one part of our body that deserves a little extra love and attention, it’s our feet! They are what connect us to the ground, providing the balance and stability necessary for everyday life. Because our feet are so often overlooked, we don’t usually think to take care of them until after we’re […]
If you experience lower back pain, headaches, ankle instability, tendonitis or other neuromuscular and myofascial pain you might be asking yourself, “How can I relieve this pain without going to the doctor or going on painkillers”? Well, you might be a good candidate for dry needling treatment. In addition to physical therapy, dry needling offers […]
