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ACL PREVENTION PROGRAMS AT HOME… DO THEY WORK?

by ACE Physical Therapy | Dec 22, 2016 | Foot & Ankle, Knee & Leg

Athletes commonly suffer from Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries. All too often the ACL is torn when the athlete, more frequently a female, is not making contact with anyone or thing.

THE PERFECT WORKOUT

by ACE Physical Therapy | Dec 15, 2016 | Conditioning

What is the perfect workout? Coaches, trainer, athletes, healthcare professionals, and fitness enthusiasts have been asking this question for years. Every so often, a new routine makes a claim as the ultimate workout.

CONQUER HEADACHES WITH EXERCISE

by ACE Physical Therapy | Dec 8, 2016 | Health Conditions

Frequent headaches are one of the most common ailments that drive people to seek medical attention. Even if people usually avoid visiting the doctor, a recurring headache can drive them to seek medical help.

HIP OSTEOARTHRITIS AND EXERCISE

by ACE Physical Therapy | Dec 1, 2016 | Hip

Osteoarthritis (OA), one of the most common form of arthritic change that occurs in the body, can occur in any weight bearing joint. Hip Osteoarthritis is a common form of OA and it can lead to pain, decreased function, and an overall reduction in the quality of life.

COMMON EXERCISE MYTHS

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 23, 2016 | Conditioning

Exercise can be extremely beneficial for the mind and body. At the same time, there are a variety of exercise myths regularly shared online and in person that are simply not true.

FLAT FEET AND TREATMENT IN PHYSICAL THERAPY

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 17, 2016 | Foot & Ankle

People with flat feet often experience pain in the feet or ankles. The feet may tire easily, and the arches and heels can easily become achy. While some people are born with flat feet, many people become susceptible to flat feet due to an injury, diabetes, obesity, pregnancy, or simply aging.

CONTRALATERAL TRAINING IN PHYSICAL THERAPY

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 10, 2016 | Conditioning

Some injuries or procedures restrict motion in certain body parts and this can cause a dramatic loss of motion and strength in a short time. Physical Therapists address this challenge for patients in recovery.

MINDSET AND AN ACL INJURY

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 3, 2016 | Knee & Leg

Athletes that suffer ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries always fear the worst and hope for the best when they receive the positive diagnosis of an ACL rupture. This fear and hope is indicative of the entire rehabilitation process.

MARATHON RECOVERY AND PHYSICAL THERAPY

by ACE Physical Therapy | Oct 27, 2016 | Conditioning

Over the last few years, there has been a surge of participation in marathon running. In some races, many times greater than 30,000 runners will participate. Training for such a grueling event can take six months or more.

FITNESS VS REHABILITATION

by ACE Physical Therapy | Oct 20, 2016 | Conditioning

Danny achieved business success as the new V.P. of sales for a local marketing firm. Even as his career began to soar, his physical fitness diminished.