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The Controversy of Specialization in Youth Baseball and Softball Players
The Controversy of Specialization in Youth Baseball and Softball Players Specializing in youth sports, particularly baseball and softball, has become a controversial issue. These days, athletes...
5 Cold Weather Running Tips
5 Cold Weather Running Tips Running in cold weather can be a fantastic outlet for your winter stress and can pick you up if you get the winter blues. If you live in a cooler climate and...
Low Back Pain: Why Physical Therapy First Saves You Time and Money
By Chloe Tuma, DPT Low back pain can be debilitating and frustrating. It is also incredibly prevalent. A published study reported that over 577 million people suffered from low back pain in...
Dizzy or Off-Balance? Vestibular Rehabilitation May Help
Physical Therapy for Vestibular Dysfunction For those who suffer from dizziness, finding relief is critical to reclaiming independence and confidence in enjoying your life. Vestibular...
How To Fix Your Poor Posture As A Swimmer
From a distance, you can often spot a swimmer by looking at their posture. They often have broad, well-developed shoulders, and a strong physique. However, swimmers often struggle to balance...
Why Do Weight Lifters Get Elbow Pain?
Elbow pain in weight lifters is a surprisingly common and incredibly frustrating phenomenon. Commonly called golfers elbow or tennis elbow, this type of tendinitis also affects weight lifters. ...
Combatting Low Back Pain In Tactical Professions
While low back pain is very common in the general population, it’s the most common injury suffered by tactical athletes. Police, sheriff, fire, EMS, and military all share common challenges in...
How Bad Is My Ankle Sprain?
Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries for athletes who cut, pivot, or run. Often referred to as “rolling an ankle,” an inversion ankle sprain occurs when your ankle...
I.T. Band – A Pain in the Knee For Runners
When peak training season arrives, knee pain is a common complaint for runners. The sharp knee pain from an I.T. band problem can be debilitating and limit your ability to complete long runs. ...
Breaststroke, Butterfly And Back Pain
Swimmers around the world are tuned in to watch the summer Olympics. We are inspired by the elite swimmers and often think of them as invincible. But, they struggle with pain too. Low back...
