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Top 10 Most Common Sports Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Top 10 Most Common Sports Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Understanding sports injuries is crucial for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. Injuries can significantly impact athletic performance and overall health, leading to downtime and long-term complications if not addressed properly. Sports injuries are prevalent, with an annual incidence rate of 5.40 injuries per 100,000 participants. Interestingly, the rate is higher among men (6.44 per 100,000) […]

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3D Running Analysis & Performance Assessment in Tulsa

3D Running Analysis And Performance Assessment In Tulsa

Introduction Running is more than just a form of exercise; it’s a passion for many and a way to achieve personal bests and wellness goals. However, the journey to becoming a more efficient runner is often hampered by injuries and performance plateaus. This is where the power of running gait analysis comes into play. For

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Running Towards Wellness: The Role of Physical Therapy in Longevity for Runners

Running Towards Wellness: The Role of Physical Therapy in Longevity for Runners

A Guide To Running Physical Therapy For Injury Prevention Running can cause intense strain and soft tissue damage, which is why it’s essential for all runners to visit a physical therapist regularly. By doing so, you can engage in effective physical therapy which will restore your muscles and joints, prevent injury, and improve performance. 3

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Benefits of Performance Physical Therapy for CrossFit & Fitness Athletes

Benefits of Performance Physical Therapy for CrossFit & Fitness Athletes

Crossfit and functional fitness training are high-intensity sports that require a lot from your body. Athletes in these sports push themselves to the limit, which can lead to injuries and pain. That’s why performance physical therapy is so important for crossfit and functional fitness athletes. Performance physical therapy focuses on improving athletic performance, preventing injuries,

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Lateral Knee Pain in CrossFitters: Understanding, Prevention, Management

Lateral Knee Pain in CrossFitters: Understanding, Prevention, Management

Introduction Lateral knee pain is a prevalent concern among the CrossFit community, where high-intensity and diverse physical activities are routine. This type of pain, located on the outside of the knee, can significantly impact an athlete’s performance and ability to participate in CrossFit workouts. As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I aim to shed light

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A person in pink leggings holds their knee in pain on a paved path, suggesting a possible sports injury related to pelvic health during a run.

Lateral Knee Pain in Runners: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

Introduction Lateral knee pain is a common affliction among runners, capable of derailing training plans and hindering performance. Characterized by discomfort on the outside of the knee, this condition prompts many to reconsider their running mechanics and training intensity. As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I’m here to guide runners through the intricacies of lateral

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Sports Performance and Physical Therapy: Two Peas in a Pod

How many times have you run that mile? How many times have you looked at your stopwatch and sighed at the missed minutes or seconds on the clock? Sport performance is an incredibly powerful driving force for athletes, and when minutes and seconds become indicators of success, making the most of every movement, every muscle,

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