by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Feb 20, 2020 | Hip |
Tid Bits of Info There are 4 hamstring muscles and 3 out of 4 flex the knee and extend the knee. Upper hamstring injuries are rare, and it has been reported that less than 15% of all hamstring injuries occur in this area. MRI scans can accurately diagnose the...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Oct 24, 2019 | Foot & Ankle, Hip, Knee & Leg |
Tid Bits of Info Long distance runners have routinely been found to have low blood pressure. A runner can strike the ground with a force that measures up to 7x their body weight. Most runners take between 1-2000 strides per mile. Running “burns” approximately...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Sep 5, 2019 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Health Conditions, Hip |
Tid Bits of Info 50% of all sports injuries occur at the tendon. Tendons are leather-like and transfer force from the muscle to the bones. Tendinopathy involves inflammation and degeneration of the injured tendon tissue. Eccentric contractions of muscles are...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | May 30, 2019 | Hip, Knee & Leg |
Tid Bits of Info Three hamstrings originate from the ischial tuberosity and are compressed when the hip is flexed. Common symptoms of this condition are an ache and tightness just below the buttocks. When the upper hamstring is inflamed the nerves can be...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | May 23, 2019 | Foot & Ankle, Hip, Knee & Leg, Spine & Neck |
Tid Bits of Info Handlebars of recreation bikes are wider for more control. Rental bikes are designed for the rider to be almost upright. Seat height of a rental bike should allow you to pedal comfortably without excess hip motion. The low back is the second...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Mar 21, 2019 | Hip |
Tid Bits of Info Snapping hip syndrome is also known as coxa sultans. 10% of the population is diagnosed with snapping hip syndrome every year. The cause of snapping hip syndrome can originate from outside or inside the joint. Snapping hip syndrome is usually...
