You got the 411- female athlete pelvic health is a thing. You’ve added some questions to your intake, and your athlete told you they have leaks while running-now what? How do you interpret pelvic health symptoms as a part of the whole clinical picture? You got this! Bring your sports physical therapy (physio), strength…
Is a Physical Therapist a doctor? It depends on the PT. Not all Physical Therapists (PTs) have a Doctorate degree (DPT). Some PTs only have a Bachelor’s degree, while others have a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT). This is because prior to the mid-90s, all Physical Therapists held either a Bachelor’s or Master’s…
Written by Alex Corbett, PT, PDT The core principles professional athletes follow can be tailored to any fitness level. This article outlines four evidence-based strategies to help you train like a professional athlete and achieve your personal fitness goals. Baseline Testing Baseline testing is essential for identifying your current fitness level and creating a data-driven…
While we often discuss injuries and preventing injuries, today I’m tackling a bit of the “performance” side of Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance. Let’s talk about what your athlete should be eating to get ready for for game days. Glycogen Liver vs Muscle storage Carb-loading Bodyweight: KG vs Lbs Day Before & Day Of…
Blog Home What Is Preventive Physical Therapy and When Do You Need It? Written By PTConcepts on November 10, 2024 Preventive physical therapy is typically recommended for patients who are about to undergo surgery or who are at a higher risk of certain physical conditions or injuries. At PTConcepts in Plano,…
Y’all. This is big. Recently the International Olympic Committee (IOC) published an expert consensus statement focusing on the specific health needs athletic females (bio-sex) (Moore et al, 2022). The authors identified 10 female athlete health domains to prioritize in research. The domains will assist with consistency of research classification, communication, and reporting: menstrual and…
November 7, 2024/ Admin / Blog Knee pain in runners is a common issue that can hinder performance and enjoyment in running. Known as “runner’s knee” or patellofemoral pain syndrome, this discomfort typically arises from overuse, improper form, or inadequate strength and flexibility in the lower body. If left unaddressed, knee pain can worsen, leading…
Understanding how physical therapy helps you golf for life is key to maintaining your play without pain or limitation. Whether you start swinging the club as a child or pick up golf later in life, physical therapy stands as a vital support system to keep you on the course through every stage of life. …
This article was written by Cam Jadali, a board-certified neurologic clinical specialist who completed a Physical Therapy neuro residency. If you’re interested in learning more about the Physical Therapy residency application process, check out the ACCEPTED: Physical Therapy Residency Guide. When I started looking into physical therapy residency programs, there weren’t a lot of resources to…
Incontinence is a type of pelvic floor dysfunction that can affect anybody, but is more common in women and older people. Women’s Health Physio at Six Physio Chelsea, Kayleigh Robinson, gives us the low down. Incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of urine (urinary or bladder incontinence) or stool (faecal or bowel incontinence). Urinary incontinence…