by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Jul 7, 2016 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder |
Tid Bits of Info Thermal Capsulorrhaphy is not used successfully for all shoulder instability. Multi-directional instability and traumatic injuries do not respond well to this technique. The soft tissue that is surgically treated during the Capsulorrhaphy...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Jun 30, 2016 | Foot & Ankle |
Tid Bits of Info A windlass is a tightening of a rope or cable around a pivot point. The plantar fascia is the “cable” and the metatarsal heads are the pivot point. Plantar fasciitis is characterized with sharp pain on the bottom of the heel especially during...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Jun 23, 2016 | Foot & Ankle |
Tid Bits of Info Elevated estrogen levels have been linked to Breast cancer. Consistent cardiovascular exercise has been shown to reduce estrogen levels and can help reduce the chances of developing breast cancer. Studies show a significant increase in ACL...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Jun 16, 2016 | Hip, Spine & Neck |
Tid Bits of Info Common causes of PCS are sitting too much, improper weight lifting and/or a sedentary lifestyle. PCS is a classic case of muscle imbalances and can be treated with exercise. Gone untreated, PCS can lead to early degenerative changes in the...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Jun 9, 2016 | Knee & Leg |
Tid Bits of Info Oxygen content can elevate in the blood as quickly as 1 week following the cessation of the smoking habit. There are more than 4000 chemicals in cigarette smoke and at least 50 have been proven to be carcinogenic. Decreasing the oxygen...
