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Mountain biking can be a thrilling sport, enjoyed by those of all ages throughout each stage of life. When I’m out on the trails, I get to experience nature, an intense or relaxed workout, feelings of accomplishment, and a sense of community when I meet other riders. Moreover, when I see children of all ages […]
Over the years, the field of physical therapy has been constantly evolving how and what we can treat. Spooner has been right in the center of this growth, extending our breadth of expertise in ways that allow us to help more people than ever before!
Here are 5 things you might not know […]
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. […]
Remember when Michael Phelps showed up to compete in the 2016 Summer Olympics with round bruises covering his back? That was the start of a mainstream conversation around the practice of cupping – which actually has roots in ancient Chinese and Egyptian medicine.
There are a lot of physical and mental demands required of fire and rescue personnel, the military, law enforcement, and other first responders. Also referred to as the “tactical athlete,” these individuals routinely perform challenging feats of athleticism in order to serve, protect, and save people’s lives.
Firefighters must climb ladders and break through roofs and […]
Getting in a proper warmup before your workout is crucial if you want to avoid injury and maximize performance. Unfortunately, there are some bad warmup habits that exist out there that might be jeopardizing your health and safety.
We wanted to take a moment to highlight the common warmup mistakes we’ve seen over the […]
Ever wonder what it takes for a pro to be football fit? Brett Fischer, PT, ATC, CSCS has worked closely with many professional athletes and NFL teams throughout his career to help them compete at their highest level. Today, he shares some of the secrets to being a top tier athlete.
Make sure you […]
Functional training in all three planes of motion while avoiding exclusively training muscles in isolation is the key factor that set players apart when it comes time for their next match. If a soccer player isn’t incorporating functional training, they simply will not be prepared for all of the movement patterns their body is about […]
“I’m only one athletic trainer, I can’t get to you all.” – Feelings of frustration
“Another parent calling me about their son trying to play on Friday when he’s not ready to play?” – Feelings of anger
“When is the season over? I am so worn down.” – Feelings […]
Youth sports are definitely fun, and they can also be demanding on a young athlete’s body. Basketball is a great example of this. A high performing basketball player must have strength, speed, agility, verticality, endurance, quick reactionary time and excellent eye-hand coordination. Athletes generally spend a majority of their practice (both off season and in […]
