September 7, 2022
Are Your Hips Really Out of Alignment?
by Chris Lefever
It’s a pretty common story we hear in physical therapy practice on a weekly (maybe daily) basis: “I’ve been told by my (insert healthcare provider here) that my hip alignment is off and my hips are out of place. Can […]
September 7, 2022
Hip Bursitis Versus Gluteal Tendinopathy
by Chris Lefever
Do you have pain that is on the outside of one of your hips? Does it bother you when you are laying on your side or trying to sleep at night? If you have answered yes to one of these […]
September 7, 2022
Advanced Groin Training and [P]Rehab
by Dillon Caswell PT, DPT, SCS
What do offensive lineman, relief pitchers, stay at home defensemen, long snappers, caddies, and the groin muscles all have in common? They are all under-appreciated but play a crucial role in their respective systems! The groin is one of the […]
September 7, 2022
Gluteal Amnesia: Tips To Improve Your Glute Activation
by Taryn Beaumont PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L2, CNC
‘Dead Butt Syndrome’ – SAY WHAT?! There are more and more articles coming out, especially in recent months in light of our global pandemic, about a supposed ‘dead butt syndrome’, or ‘gluteal amnesia’. This condition is thought to be characterized […]
September 7, 2022
Hip Impingement Exercises
by Chris Lefever
Chances are if you’ve found yourself reading this blog post, then you’ve been searching for insights on that frustrating pain over the front of your hip. Rest assured that you’re not alone, hip pain described as sharp and/or pinching pain […]
September 7, 2022
Master the Single Leg Romanian Deadlift
by Michael Lau PT, DPT, CSCS
The single leg Romanian deadlift is a whole body, complete, functional exercise that can be used for rehabilitation, as well as strength and conditioning purposes alike. You get phenomenal posterior chain recruitment while working on single leg stability, which is […]
September 7, 2022
How To Warm Up Your Hamstrings
by Sherif Elnaggar PT, DPT, OCS
Hamstring exercises should be a staple in every person’s training program. They are a crucial muscle group that is imperative for daily function. They play an important role in a wide spectrum from simple activities to more powerful exercises! To […]
September 7, 2022
Exercises For FAI Syndrome
by [P]rehab
FAI (Femoroacetabular Impingement) Syndrome is a condition in which the hip structure has been altered, either genetically, or more commonly through physical stresses. When someone is diagnosed with FAI, they will present with a CAM Impingement (thickening on the femoral […]
September 7, 2022
Piriformis Syndrome: A Real Pain In The Butt
by Sherif Elnaggar PT, DPT, OCS
Have you been dealing with a nagging pain in your buttock that just doesn’t want to go away? You’ve tried everything. Ice, heat, massaging the area, but nothing is working! This annoyance of pain around the backside of your hip […]
September 7, 2022
Proper Hamstring Stretching
by Michael Lau PT, DPT, CSCS
Stretching after a workout is very common in recovery programs. ‘Tight’ muscles that are not properly managed could lead to potential muscle imbalances, abnormal movement patterns and compensatory strategies, and even muscle spasms. The hamstrings are responsible for specific muscle […]
September 7, 2022
Hamstring Strains: Hamstring Injury Causes, Rehab, and Treatment Strategies
by Craig Lindell PT, DPT, CSCS
Have you ever strained your hamstring before? You’re not alone! Hamstring strains are among the most common acute musculoskeletal injuries. Athletes who participate in track and field, soccer, and football are especially prone to these injuries given the sprinting demands […]
September 7, 2022
Exercises For Tight Hips
by Arash Maghsoodi PT, DPT, CSCS
Do your hips feel tight? Do you want to learn how to improve the mobility of your hips? The hip is one of the most active and mobile joints in the human body. Whether you perform activities such as walking, […]