When observing patients walking throughout the clinic, performing prescribed exercises, and/or interacting with their environment, the physical therapist is constantly analyzing movement patterns, potential neuromuscular deficits, and the quality of movement. Even when the patient thinks we aren’t watching with the “PT eye,” trust me, we are! By taking in all the information a [...]
In Part III of our Shoulder Series, we discussed frozen shoulder and it’s symptoms and treatment options. In Part IV, we’ll take a look at the opposite problem: too much mobility in the shoulder. This is called hypermobility, which can lead to instability and soft tissue injury. Overview As we mentioned in our first [...]
Functional Movement Screen Wall Slides As physical therapists, we often use the same exercises for many patients due to versatility (goal of the intervention), neuromuscular feedback (movement patterning), and appropriateness for the patient’s level of function. One of my favorite exercises that fits these requirements are FMS (functional movement screen) Wall Slides. The patient [...]
During this holiday season, we here at SET Physical Therapy want to thank you for your continued support throughout this past year. Working with people like you makes our jobs easier and our lives more fulfilling. We wish you, your family and friends nothing but peace, joy, good health and prosperity this holiday season [...]
Equestrian Series: Part 1 Equestrian sports require discipline, dedication, and long hours of training in order to find success. From 4H to the Olympics, there is no such thing as a shortcut to greatness. Because this sport involves two athletes - the horse and the rider - oftentimes the focus is placed on the [...]
So, you ruptured your ACL and had it surgically repaired. You are probably feeling nervous about your recovery and you might be unsure what to expect. What now? What’s the first step on the road to returning to your sport or active life? Your doctor will likely direct you to physical therapy to help [...]
Did you know your shoulder could freeze? Not because of falling temperatures but because of thickening and tightening of the capsule surrounding your glenohumeral joint. In this third installation in our Shoulder Series, we’ll explore the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for frozen shoulder. Overview Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, characterized by pain and [...]
Part 2 of our ACL blog series will include a review of screening tools and preventative interventions for patients that may be “at risk” for an ACL tear. If you have not checked out ‘Part 1: Structure and Function’, you can find it here: Anterior Cruciate Ligament Part I or on our Facebook page! As [...]
The weather is finally starting to feel more like spring and the days are getting longer. It seems that everyone in DC is getting outside to enjoy the sunshine! Because so many of you may be dusting off the running shoes after a cold, icy winter, we here at SET Sports Physical Therapy want to [...]
Hi! I’m Ashley, the newest SET Sports Physical Therapy team member. I’m a physical therapist and I just started working in the Washington DC office. I’m so excited to be here! I’ll be blogging periodically about topics that are interesting or new in the physical therapy field, but if there’s any topic you’d like me [...]
