The ACL and physical therapy Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI If you know an athlete or is someone who’s involved in sports and exercise, then undoubtedly you’ve heard of the these three letters: A.C.L. ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament. It’s a key stabilizing structure of the knee. It prevents external …
Barefoot Running Part 2: Feet of steel
Barefoot running Part 2: Feet of steel Written by: Dr. Michelle Millner, PT, DPT In my previous post, I talked about making sure you had good strength and mechanics before transitioning to barefoot running. Good strength and mechanics is important even if you are running in shoes. So how does one strengthen his/her feet? Our …
Barefoot Running
Barefoot Running Written by: Dr. Michelle Millner, PT, DPT Barefoot running seems to be the newest fad in fitness to which many runners and fitness enthusiasts are flocking. Many claim its the answer to injury free running, stating that it encourages more natural running form, encourages efficiency, increases shock absorption, and decreases energy expenditure. …
Stop running to improve your running
Stop running to improve your running Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI If you’re active, let’s say you enjoy running and competing in races and such, then you’ve probably come across the term “cross-training”. The reason why I say it’s important is because it really is the key to preventing injury. You …
Calcaneal taping: Part 2
Calcaneal taping: Part 2 Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI In my previous post, I explained the role of the arches and how the calcaneus (the heel bone) plays a role in creating those arches. A physiotherapist can assess the structure of your foot and determine what the cause of your heel …
Calcaneal taping and foot pain
Calcaneal taping and foot pain Written by: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, CGFI Tape and feet, watch any sporting event on television and I’m sure you’ll spot at least one athlete with tape around their ankles. Tape is a common tool used by physiotherapists and athletic trainers to stabilize a joint, prevent injury, or …
Beyond Google and Wikipedia, searching online for health information
Beyond Google and Wikipedia, searching online for health information Written By: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI So you have a health issue. Your back hurts, or your knee starts hurting after your last run. You want to know what it might be. Or you were responsible and went to your primary care physician and …
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Empty Can vs Full Can
Empty Can vs Full Can Written By: Paul Kochoa, PT, DPT, OCS, CGFI Before I go into the explanation of what the title of this post means, we have to talk a little about the shoulder itself. The shoulder complex is made up of three bones: the clavicle, the scapula, and the humerus. The shoulder …
Painful Scars after the Baby Comes: How Physical Therapy Can Help
Painful Scars after Baby Comes: How Physical Therapy Can Help Written By: Dr. Yuchin Chang, PT, DPT, OCS Having delivered a baby is just like finishing a marathon – you’re happy, excited, exhausted, and sore! Whether women deliver a baby via c-section or vaginally, they are often too busy or exhausted to care for themselves. …
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The Center of the Universe
The Center of the Universe Written By: Dr. Michelle Millner, PT, DPT When I was in physical therapy school, one of my professors had a mantra “The Pelvis is the Center of The Universe”. She was right. The hip, pelvis, and lumbar area are the foundation for human movement. When there is a muscle imbalance …