When a therapist considers a patient’s rehab program several factors must be addressed. Beyond looking at individual strength levels and activity levels desired we must consider the severity of injury. We specify our programs to appropriately stress the injured tissue. Tendons and ligaments should be treated in the same manner by considering the mechanics...
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Unlimited low-impact activity ‘OK’ after Total Joint Replacement
Many of our patients wonder about what level of activity will be acceptable to their surgeons and also meet their needs following total knee or total hip replacement. I once had a patient ask me “Will I be able to play the piano after physical therapy on my hand”? I replied, “Of course you...
“PT Ski Tips” by Ross Hutchinson, PT
What we all really want to know is how can we get back into skiing shape with as little trouble as possible. Training Tip # 1: FLEXIBILITY: The first component of pre-season training is flexibility. Typically we are beginning training pre season because we are not in the best shape possible. Flexibility has been...