by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Jan 3, 2019 | Foot & Ankle |
Tid Bits of Info Haglund’s deformity is a bone spur on the heel bone near the insertion of the Achilles tendon. Haglund’s deformity affects the bone and soft tissues in the insertional area and causes inflammation and pain. Wearing open back shoes, heel lifts...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Dec 27, 2018 | Conditioning |
Tid Bits of Info Maximum heart rate is approximately 220 – your age. It will take roughly 6 weeks to develop biochemistry changes in the muscles that are indicative of “true” strength gains. Losing weight is usually the # 1 resolution. Increased muscle mass...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Dec 20, 2018 | Spine & Neck |
Tid Bits of Info Proper posture starts with the 3 curves of the spine that form a “reversed” S. Sit on the two bones of the pelvis that are designed for the weight of the body and prevents “slouching.” It has been suggested that proper posture can help you...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Dec 13, 2018 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder |
Tid Bits of Info Repeated overhead activity is the most common cause of impingement syndrome. Impingement syndrome is almost always associated with SA bursitis and Rotator Cuff Tendinitis. In the early stages of this condition, the shoulder pain usually...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Dec 6, 2018 | Conditioning |
Tid Bits of Info Most average skiers come down the hill between 15-30 mph. Olympic downhill skiers can reach speeds as great as 95 +mph. Most common skiing injury is a knee injury and specifically a medial collateral ligament injury. Snowboarders suffer more...
