Education

by Michael Lau PT, DPT, CSCS

The perfect working desk posture is something that every worker in the world is trying to obtain. But what is it, exactly? Is it the classic seated position with hips, knees, and elbows all bent to a perfect 90 degrees? […]

by Arash Maghsoodi PT, DPT, CSCS

No gym, no problem! This article will help you master an at-home workout routine. With home workouts, you likely don’t have much exercise equipment. There are a plethora of exercises that you can perform to keep your body in shape. […]

by Craig Lindell PT, DPT, CSCS

So you want to change your running form? It is not uncommon for runners to explore changing how they run. Whether it’s exploring different training methods, switching shoes, or adjusting how their foot contacts the ground – some runners will […]

by Sherif Elnaggar PT, DPT, OCS

Orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists work hand in hand to deliver the best possible care to their patients. Working in the field of orthopedic and sports, one of the most prevalent injuries we see are injuries to the meniscus. For […]

by Sherif Elnaggar PT, DPT, OCS

It seems as if the fitness industry not too long ago was engulfed in the newest and latest machine. However, the recent pendulum of this industry has been going back to the minimalist end of the spectrum giving attention to […]

by [P]rehab

Did you know that training your body to reach your highest potential may be vastly limited if you are not also training your mind? Today’s focus on mindfulness, meditation, holistic healing, and mind-body care is proving useful in getting you […]

by Craig Lindell PT, DPT, CSCS

“When will I be fully recovered?” This is honestly one of the most common questions we receive in the clinic working with patients, answering messages on social media, and responding to comments and emails. Understanding recovery from an injury has […]

by Sherif Elnaggar PT, DPT, OCS

The pallof press is a staple core and back strengthening exercise that you’ll find in many different settings. Whether it’s [P]rehab, personal training sessions, group exercise classes, you name it, the pallof press is a common exercise for good reason. […]

by Sherif Elnaggar PT, DPT, OCS

Osteochondral allograft transplantation in the knee is an alternative to knee joint replacement that may be used to treat a young and healthy population with symptomatic cartilage defects. The defect may be identified by MRI and/or arthroscopy. When conservative management […]

by [P]rehab

A concussion is a mild form of traumatic brain injury (TBI). It is considered part of the mild spectrum because there is no observable pathology; meaning that on standard imaging, you cannot see a concussion injury. A concussion is rather […]

by [P]rehab

With over 200,000 ACL injuries per year and over half of those injured going to go surgery, the ACL is a hot topic within the performance and health fields alike. But what is the ACL? What does the ACL do? […]

by [P]rehab

We interviewed two orthopedic surgeons from Midwest Orthopedics at Rush who is helping to shape the future of medicine and biologics. Biologics like Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Bone Marrow Aspirate Stem Cell Concentrate (BMAC), corticosteroid injections, and hyaluronic acid are all […]