Poor posture can be addressed through targeted exercises focusing on specific muscle groups. For the neck, the trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles are crucial. Stretching the neck in all directions, performing neck flexion and extension exercises, and shoulder blade squeezes can help strengthen these muscles and improve posture. To improve shoulder posture, strengthening exercises for the […]
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a modified hinge-type of synovial joint that connects the jaw to the skull through a highly complex series of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It is one of the most used joints in our body and responsible for movement every time we use our mouth. Due to its high repetitive use,
While injuries do not always require surgery, some may. We have high success and years of experience in helping patients avoid surgery by restoring natural mechanics when able. Sometimes, surgery is needed. If surgery is a need, we offer prehab to build strength before the operation. Prehab is highly effective in improving the outcome of
Sports injuries are injuries that occur when engaging in sports or exercise. There are many causes for these injuries, which include poor form, overtraining, improper conditioning, or trauma. Our team comes highly experienced in treating these types of injuries and helping athletes get back to the activities they enjoy. Our doctors have experience working
GAIT is the pattern of movement of the limbs during locomotion. It requires function and stability across every joint, ligament, and muscle in the body. GAIT can be categorized into two main phases, stance, and swing. These phases can be even further divided into subphases such as propulsion, shift, transition, and strike, which all have
The pelvis comprises of three bones: the ischium, ilium, and pubis. These bones, in combination with strong ligaments, creates what is known as the pelvic girdle. The pelvic region is highly susceptible to injury, as it serves as the connection of the spine to the lower body. Pelvic dysfunction can be a result of
The wrist and hand are a complex system made up of a combined 27 bones, 29 joints, and 123 ligaments that are common sites for many injuries. Our wrists and hands are some of the most common regions for repetitive stress injuries, and dysfunction can be linked to a variety of painful conditions. It can
Neurological disorders are any disorders of the nervous system. These conditions can be brought on by structural, biochemical, or electrical abnormalities that lead to a wide variety of symptoms and a body’s misinterpretation of neurological activity. These types of disorders can severely affect someone’s life, as pain can be debilitating, and function can be lost.
The elbow is a joint comprised of three bones (humerus, radius, ulna). This complex hinge joint includes a variety of joints, tendons, ligaments, and muscles that are common sites for many injuries. Many conditions of the elbow are caused by dysfunction of the shoulder and wrist, as it serves as the connecting link between the
The knee is a complex joint that is comprised of three bones (femur, tibia, patella) and a variety of ligaments, tendons, and muscles that provide strength and stability within the joint. Many conditions of the knee are caused by dysfunction of the hip and ankle, as it serves as the connecting link between the two
Knee pain can stem from ligament injuries (ACL, MCL tears), meniscus tears, patellar tendinitis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, IT band syndrome, and post-surgical complications. Biomechanical issues in the hip, ankle, or foot can also contribute. Our evaluation looks beyond the knee itself to identify movement pattern dysfunctions throughout the lower extremity.
Many knee conditions respond well to conservative treatment. Our approach includes targeted rehabilitation exercises, manual therapy, shockwave therapy for tendon and ligament healing, gait correction, and sport-specific training for athletes. Even conditions like meniscus tears and early-stage ACL injuries can often be managed non-surgically with the right rehabilitation program.
Shockwave therapy (ESWT) delivers acoustic pressure waves to damaged tissue, stimulating the body natural healing response. For knee conditions like patellar tendinitis, IT band syndrome, and early arthritis, shockwave therapy promotes new blood vessel formation, reduces inflammation, and stimulates tissue regeneration. Most patients require 3 to 6 sessions and experience significant improvement.
