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When you are dealing with an injury or persistent musculoskeletal pain, one of the most common questions patients have is, “Do I need imaging?” With so many different imaging options available today, it can be difficult to understand when an X-ray, CT scan, MRI, or diagnostic ultrasound is actually necessary. While imaging can provide valuable…

For many years, women were told to avoid lifting weights. Some were told it would make them bulky. Others were warned that it would wear out their joints or that cardio was all they needed to stay healthy. Fortunately, our understanding of exercise and aging has come a long way, and much of that advice…

The Biggest Myth About Running and Your Knees If you’ve been told that running will wear out your knees, the research says otherwise. Recreational running is not associated with higher rates of knee osteoarthritis and may even support long-term joint health. While knee pain is common among runners, it is usually related to training loads…

With more people prioritizing fitness, performance, and longevity, core training has become a staple in most routines. However, it’s often misunderstood or oversimplified. Many people associate the core with visible abs, but its true function extends far beyond appearance. Whether you’re lifting weights, playing sports, or simply staying active, your core is involved in nearly…

Pain when gripping a coffee cup, turning a doorknob, or lifting at the gym? You might be dealing with tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow—two common but highly treatable causes of elbow pain. Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow are two of the most common causes of elbow pain1, especially among active adults, athletes, and individuals who…

What is it? Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) is a term used to describe a pinching sensation felt deep in the hip joint. “Femoroacetabular” refers to the two parts of the hip — the femur (thigh bone) and the acetabulum (hip socket). “Impingement” simply means that these two surfaces are coming into contact in a way that…

Lateral ankle sprains occur when the ankle forcefully inverts and the ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched and, with sufficient force, can partially or completely rupture. This most commonly occurs in fast-paced sports that involve cutting and rapid direction changes, such as soccer, basketball, or football. Whether you’re a field athlete, recreational…

Importance of a Warm-Up, Especially When Starting Something New With the New Year upon us, many people are either returning to the gym or starting a fitness routine for the first time. Starting something new—or returning after a long break—places unfamiliar demands on the body. Muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints rely on gradual exposure to…

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel and arch pain, especially among athletes, runners, active adults, and people who spend long hours on their feet. While the condition can be extremely frustrating, it is also highly treatable with the right combination of hands-on care, movement correction, and supportive strategies. What is…

Whether you’re rehabbing from a sprain, managing a nagging low back issue, or looking to optimize recovery time, Class IV laser therapy offers a safe, non-invasive way to get you back to peak performance. How does it work? Laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate cellular healing, reduce…

Let’s break down what’s happening inside the shoulder, how these injuries occur, how they’re diagnosed, and what effective treatment should look like to ensure lasting recovery — not just temporary relief. What Is the Rotator Cuff? The rotator cuff is a group of four small but powerful muscles that stabilize the shoulder joint and allow…

The severities of hamstring strains or pulled hamstrings differ. In some cases, the discomfort may be dull, but in others, the pain is excruciating. The important thing is to listen to your body and give your hamstring the attention it needs to heal safely.  This post provides everything you need to know about ways to…