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Sports Medicine

13 04, 2023

Hydrate… or Die-drate 

2024-10-29T11:38:03-07:00

Written by: Trent Rincon, PT, MPT, CSCS, FRAS, FRC/MS

There are three functional pillars you cannot live without: Oxygen, water, and sleep. They are absolutely vital to your ability to survive, let alone your ability to function throughout the day. Taking time to breathe, rest, and hydrate will not only help you feel better, but […]

Hydrate… or Die-drate 2024-10-29T11:38:03-07:00
6 04, 2023

Triathlete Periodization 101

2024-10-29T11:38:03-07:00

By: Alix Ungaretti, PT, DPT, CSCS

Training for any triathlon, regardless of distance or experience, requires significant planning. Most people can’t- and all shouldn’t- just wake up and sign up for a triathlon without training or a training plan. In order to swim, bike, and run with endurance, as well as transition from […]

Triathlete Periodization 1012024-10-29T11:38:03-07:00
23 03, 2023

Strengthening the Track Athlete

2024-10-29T11:38:05-07:00

By: Keith Butler, PT, DPT

Track season is HERE! Before you put on your spikes and head to the starting line, it’s important to develop base strength to perform your best and reduce your risk of injury.

Running is incredibly demanding on your body. With each stride, the ground reaction force is increased. This […]

Strengthening the Track Athlete2024-10-29T11:38:05-07:00
16 03, 2023

What Happened at the Huddle?

2024-10-29T11:38:05-07:00

Collaboration is key when it comes to caring for athletes. Everyone – physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, strength coaches, and more – must work together, learn from each other, and work as a cohesive group in the best interest of the athletes in their care. The Huddle Sports Medicine Conference brings together sports medicine professionals […]

What Happened at the Huddle?2024-10-29T11:38:05-07:00
9 03, 2023

Generating Power and Control in Baseball Athletes

2025-01-27T16:44:03-07:00

By: Pete Gorman, PT, DPT, CSCS

When you think about pitching, throwing, and hitting baseballs, you may think about the power coming from the upper body- which is a completely natural thought! It is where we see the action take place. However, a throw or a hit is the output of a lot […]

Generating Power and Control in Baseball Athletes2025-01-27T16:44:03-07:00
23 02, 2023

4 Stability Exercises for Dancers

2025-01-27T17:29:19-07:00

By: Kim Wolf-King, PT, DPT

There is no doubt that dance is a sport, but, first and foremost, dance is a performance. Dancers are experts at making their craft look effortless and beautiful- even if they are in pain or injured. However, if they dance too long on an injury, the time away […]

4 Stability Exercises for Dancers2025-01-27T17:29:19-07:00
16 02, 2023

Prepping for the Stage

2024-10-29T11:38:08-07:00

By: Shannon Ahearn, PT, DPT

Prepping for a physique competition takes hours in the gym, dietary changes, and a lot of dedication. Spooner Uptown Chandler physical therapist, Shannon Ahearn, PT, DPT, talked us through the demands of getting competition ready.

What types of competitions do you do, and when did you […]

Prepping for the Stage2024-10-29T11:38:08-07:00
9 02, 2023

Train the Female Athlete

2024-10-29T11:38:08-07:00

By: Rebekah Hibbert, MS, ATC

What do we actually know about treating and training the female athlete? Did you know there is limited information on how to treat best treat the female athlete? According to a recent study where 6 top sports medicine journals were reviewed from 2017-2021, only 9% of all studies […]

Train the Female Athlete2024-10-29T11:38:08-07:00
2 02, 2023

HIIT Classes and Overuse Injuries

2025-01-29T13:48:10-07:00

By: Cassidy Hammons, PT, DPT, Ankita Kelkar, PT, DPT, Juan Renoj Juanta, PTA

Whether you are new to working out or if you are an expert, group fitness classes that utilize High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and circuit training area a great way to gain cardiovascular and muscle strength while also finding a community […]

HIIT Classes and Overuse Injuries2025-01-29T13:48:10-07:00
26 01, 2023

Volleyball Players: Should You Use a Brace After an Ankle Sprain?

2024-12-19T17:42:48-07:00

By: Cassie Olson, PT, DPT

One of the most common injuries to occur in volleyball are ankle sprains. If you look at a single volleyball team, it’s likely that you’ll see many of the athletes with ankle braces either being worn to try and prevent an injury or to help stabilize the ankle post-injury.

Why does […]

Volleyball Players: Should You Use a Brace After an Ankle Sprain?2024-12-19T17:42:48-07:00