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How Physical Therapy Increases Functional Mobility
It is common to lose mobility if you have suffered a soft tissue injury, arthritis, or a fracture. Stiffness and pain can interfere with work, exercise, and activity. After experiencing injury or trauma, working with a physical therapist will be essential to ensure...
read moreBenefits of Physical Therapy for a Sports Injury
Physical therapy is a game changer in getting an athlete or weekend warrior back to the playing field safer and more robust than before their injury. When an athlete suffers an injury, there can be added stress and worry regarding the best recovery plan. One of the...
read morePhysical Therapy after Rotator Cuff Repair
So you are planning on having rotator cuff surgery? You may consider following up with a physical therapist to help you heal post-surgery. A physical therapist can guide you through exercises to help you regain strength and muscle movement safely. Physical therapy can...
read moreWhat to Expect for your First Physical Therapy Appointment
The first time you go anywhere new, it can be intimidating and sometimes overwhelming. Couple that with an injury and there will be a lot of questions that you will need answered. If you’ve had surgery or are experiencing back pain, a sprained ankle, or maybe a...
read moreThe Benefits of Physical Therapy After Knee Surgery
Knee surgery can be a great solution to your knee pain, but recovering with the best results can be a challenge. Many people struggle with being consistent with their physical therapy; however, physical therapy is an essential part of the recovery process. If you want...
read moreACE Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Institute 19th annual Potomac River Run Marathons – Washington, DC 2022
ACE Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Institute looks forward to welcoming you to our 19th annual Potomac River Run Marathon & Half EVENTS: Sunday, May 1, 2022 8:00 AM – FULL MARATHON START 9:00 AM – HALF MARATHON START Flat – scenic – beautiful...
read moreThe Standing Workstation
As a society, we have a significant challenge in balancing our health with our work’s demands. Sitting for extended periods can lead to numerous health conditions such as high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, neck and back pain. Although research is still in...
read moreCONCUSSION RISKS FOR WOMEN VS MEN
Tid Bits of Info Female athletes are 2x more susceptible to suffering a concussion compared to males. Female athletes have smaller neck muscles that generate less force to stabilize their heads. Female athletes concussion risks when they are fatigued....
read moreBENEFITS OF INJURY PREVENTION PROGRAMS
Tid Bits of Info Strength training consistently can reduce the occurrence of injuries by 1/3 and over-use injuries by 50%. Injuries that require a hospital stay or surgery can be costly, estimates of $8-10,000 dollars on average. It is estimated that 85-90%...
read moreNORDIC POLE WALKING
Tid Bits of Info Nordic Pole Walking reportedly uses 80% of all of the musculature in the body. Nordic Pole Walking is a whole-body exercise routine. Nordic Pole Walking can “offload” the lower extremity joints. Nordic Pole Walking can “burn” 20-40% more...
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