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 [...]
Many people are concerned with getting out of shape when they have an injury and worry that stopping exercising will cause them to lose their fitness. People stop exercising for many reasons, whether it is illness, pregnancy, time constraints or just needing a break. This time away from exercise does not automatically mean you [...]
The PTs from SetPT in Atlanta were invited to attend the Tennis Medicine Seminar on November 19, 2015, which was hosted by Dr. Jayanthi of Emory Sports Medicine. From injury prevention to stroke modification, the evening was full of fellowship, on-court demonstrations, and education! #InjuryPrevention #Tennis #LiveLifeYourWay Tennis Drills Video Thank you for an [...]
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 [...]
In order to maximize performance while participating in tennis, it is important to address muscle imbalances, flexibility, and participate in strength training as well as injury prevention programs. When discomfort or pain is experienced, it is vital to address the ailment before further damage is sustained in order to maintain the highest level of [...]
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 anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is a widely-referenced ligament, especially in sports-related knee injuries. The knee joint is comprised of three bones - the femur (thigh bone), tibia (shin bone) and patella (kneecap). These bones are connected via non-contractile tissues (tissues that do not produce force, but act to restrict movement) called ligaments. [...]
A common complaint amongst novice, amateur, and professional golfers is low back pain. Oftentimes, this pain originates from muscular strength imbalances, deficient range of motion in the spine and pelvis, and lack of muscular endurance. Although the golf swing requires rotation in both directions, the golf swing is an asymmetrical movement pattern. For instance, [...]
In our first installment of this series, we learned about the shoulder’s structure and function. There are a lot of joints, ligaments, and muscles involved in making sure the shoulder remains functional and pain-free, so it is not difficult to see how if one part of the system becomes dysfunctional, it can lead to [...]
At SetPT, we see many patients with shoulder injuries. A crucial component to rehabing shoulder issues is knowledge of the mechanics and structure of the shoulder, which is a very complex joint. In this five part series, we’ll review the structure and function of the shoulder complex, talk about the most common shoulder injuries, [...]
