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Robert A. Panariello MS, PT, ATC, CSCS
During the course of rehabilitation of the post-operative knee pathology athlete, common interventions utilized in the field of Sports Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation include the use of modalities for pain, edema, and neuromuscular control, restoration of the knee joint range of motion, lower extremity strength, proprioception, and normal gait, as well as structured treatment progressions to the achievement of the eventual milestones of running, jumping, cutting, and additional athletic activities, and "functional tasks". All of these milestones are achieved through a number of various treatment methods, manual techniques, exercises, and practices....keep reading

Joe Heiler PT, CSCS
I'm all about finding the easiest way to get something done. When it comes to exercise, finding the right cue can make all the difference in the world. I can remember when I first started out given multiple cues in an attempt to fix every little detail of the movement. I probably confused as many people as I actually helped. As I've gained experience I feel like I've become a better coach by talking less. This week's video gives a great example of this by focusing on one aspect of the lift which can effectively correct many common lifting errors....keep reading

Steve goes into detail on his assessment techniques, how visual/vestibular dysfunction can lead to faulty movement patterns and affect athletic performance, and how these dysfunctions can lead to injury. Also some great info on cervical spine and eye positioning with squats and deadlifts....keep reading

Carson Boddicker
In the past several months it seems that the concept of primitive patterns and developmental kinesiology has taken hold in both the performance and rehabilitation communities. This popularity can be linked to the distribution of the Prague School's (and Dr. Kolar's) ideas and theories regarding antagonist co-activation, which has come about through extensive study of developmental kinesiology and includes reflexive creeping and turning over as well as rolling patterns, and, as many members of Sports Rehab Expert can also appreciate, Gray Cook and his FMS and SFMA are strongly influenced by the neuro-developmental sequence....keep reading

Scott McKeel SPT and Joe Heiler PT
I've made it a practice to have my PT students contribute to this site plus the Elite PT blog so without further delay this is my most recent student, and ridiculously good runner, Scott McKeel demonstrating some of our favorite ankle mobility drills and self-mobilization....keep reading

Joe Heiler PT, CSCS
This is part III in our discussion of hip extension motor control corrective exercises. In part I we discussed supine and prone corrections, part II quadruped corrections, and this week moving on to half and tall kneeling....keep reading

In this interview Rob discusses some business considerations for those thinking about starting up a private practice. Rob has been a PT for 30 years and a strength and conditioning specialist the last 25, in addition to being a founding partner in a large practice with multiple clinics throughout New York City so he's pretty much seen it all. He shares his thoughts on everything from cash based vs. insurance based business, adding sports performance, do you need an EMR?, possible pitfalls, and some other great advice....keep reading

Now in order to effectively return to play, we need to obviously get the tendon comfortable with more dynamic loading and rate of force development. This article is going to give you an outline on how to do just that!...keep reading

Rob Panariello MS, PT, ATC, CSCS
Throughout my career in the related professions of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy (PT) and Strength and Conditioning (S&C) of athletes my associates and I have rehabilitated literally thousands of players with various shoulder pathologies. Many of these athletes were of the opinion their shoulder pathology progressively ensued over the course of their athletic performance enhancement (weight room) training. Many (as well as their sport coaches) also expressed a concern of the possible contributing influence of overhead exercise performance to their shoulder condition. In the cases where imaging studies were performed the majority of these tests revealed the presence of overuse type pathologies i.e. impingement, tendonitis, etc. vs. a distinct rotator cuff tear....keep reading

Joe Heiler PT, CSCS
Leg Swing Through from the side bridge position is an advanced progression of the side sit bridge I featured last week. It's an advanced shoulder stability exercise that also requires the athlete/patient to demonstrate good mobility through the hips and trunk. You'll notice how it looks a lot like the high bridge to leg swing through of the Turkish Get-Up. I find it's a nice alternative to use with some of my smaller female athletes (i.e. cheerleaders, gymnasts, dancers) that don't have the access to the weight room and kettlebells like some of the other athletes....keep reading

Elbow pain, lateral epicondylitis a.k.a tennis elbow. It's not uncommon for lifters to experience elbow pain. It's becoming more prevalent now as people spend more time on their tablets using their fingers instead of a mouse as well....keep reading

A lot of factors other than what was mentioned in the video may cause someone to adopt inhalation through their mouth. Nevertheless, it talks about why doing this chronically can have a adverse effect on the body. It's a very good illustration about how the body is a master compensator and will find a way to get the task done at the possible expense of other structures....keep reading

Joe Heiler PT
This is video #3 in a series of advanced soft tissue mobilization techniques for the calf and foot using Graston Technique. In this video I'll demonstrate one of my favorite ways to treat the plantarfascia combining weight bearing with ankle dorsiflexion....keep reading

Bill Knowles ATC, CSCS, and Director of iSPORT Training
In this interview Bill discusses his reconditioning and return to competition program and how his 'performance' driven model differs from the traditional medical model, Movement Quality Training and how to make an athlete feel athletic, joint compromised vs. load compromised athletes and training considerations for each, arthrogenic muscle inhibition and the use of NMES through the reconditioning process, eccentric triple flexion training, and more.....keep reading

Tim Stump MSPT, CSCS, USA-W
Gain a greater understanding of the etiology and mechanism of pectoralis major tears. Discuss specific anatomic features related to this injury and associated extrinsic risk factors. Learn how to make the necessary training modifications and understand the guiding principles in the rehabilitation status post surgical repair....keep reading

Joe Heiler PT, CSCS
I'm usually a pretty nice guy, very easy going, but ask my athletes what they think of me after dragging the sled around awhile. Might have to be censored. Personally I have a love/hate relationship with the sled as I'm sure most the athletes do. You hate every minute of working with it but you know what its doing for you. Whole body strengthening, conditioning, injury prevention, you name it......keep reading

Greg Schaible, DPT, CSCS
Patient Hx: L sided low back pain which started 3 months ago after slipping on a wet floor. Minor pain for first couple months. However, over the last month symptoms have significantly increased which she feels is due to work requirements as a dental assistant and constantly leaning forward. Off work the past week....keep reading

Dr. Rick McAvoy, PT, DPT, CSCS
Rotary training requires a significant amount of stability, mobility, propulsive power, and coordination, by performing rotary training in the water it offers the athlete unique training opportunities. The buoyant forces of the water allow reduced torque to occur at the spine as compared to land-based training; this unloading also requires that the athlete stabilize the entire body to maintain proper positioning while training. The waters hydrostatic pressure provides constant input and gives the athlete continuous feedback to train the core perhaps more effectively....keep reading

Core and scapular stabilizer warm-up exercises for strength training...keep reading

Brian LeRiche CSCS
The wall is generally an overlooked tool to utilize in a performance or rehab setting. The continuous feedback gives the athlete a sense of position, tension, and compensation. Furthermore, these methods can be applied in a variety of situations from the novice to professional athlete. With that said, here's three exercises that can be moved to the wall in order to maximize results....keep reading