In previous blogs in our series on pediatric sports conditions, we have discussed the rise in pediatric and adolescent sports injuries, their causes, and possible steps to prevent or reduce these injuries. This week I would like to focus a little more on the psychological component behind sports injuries in [...]
As we discussed in part one of our Pediatric Sports Condition series, many things lead to an increase in the injury rate in the pediatric and adolescent athletic population. Two categories of contributing aspects, intrinsic and extrinsic factors, were covered as well as how both of these should be kept [...]
The number of children participating in organized sports is on the rise, which has led to an increase in sports injuries across the pediatric population. In fact, the majority of sports injuries seen in emergency rooms occur in individuals under the age of 19. It is estimated that half of [...]
Stress fractures can happen anywhere in the body. Most commonly, they’re found in the foot and ankle but can occur in the femur or even in the pelvis. Stress fractures are sustained from repetitive force through a bone over a longer period of time. This type of fracture is common [...]
In terms of functional physical activities, sex can be an incredibly meaningful one. This physical form of intimacy allows us to connect, communicate, and experience pleasure with each other. However, pain accompanying intercourse is not an uncommon occurrence for women, with 60% of sexually active women said to experience painful [...]
There have been so many incredible advancements in technology made in recent years. Whether they’ve made our lives easier or simply more enjoyable, we all benefit from these new technologies every day. Nowadays, there’s a wealth of knowledge readily available at our fingertips, and relaxing is easier than ever with [...]
Photo Credit: Your House Fitness When you think about your daily activities, we squat far more than we realize; it happens when we stand up from a chair, from the toilet, and get up and down from the floor. Since we perform this movement so frequently, it makes sense that [...]
Given the nature of the contact sport, many players sustain injuries during soccer. Research on the NCAA soccer players showed that most injuries occurred at the very start of the season, likely due to a quick increase in performance intensity, with end-of-season injuries as a probable result of fatigue. [...]
The term ‘optimism’ means “hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.” We all know folks who are either glass half full or half empty types, but have you ever considered how much your outlook impacts your health outcomes, particularly in terms of physical therapy? [...]
For those with an office job, it can be easy to become so focused and engrossed in computer work that hours pass without getting up to take a break. If you are one of the many Americans who work at a desk, you may have noticed this has an impact [...]
