Athletico Health Resources

You may not notice them during a game, but we’re all very accustomed to seeing athletic trainers in sports. They’re the first ones running out to an injured player on the field. What many don’t know about athletic trainers is the meticulous preventative work they provide in every other phase of the athlete’s life. Athletic trainers work diligently to ensure a player is ready for the next practice and the next game. These principles can also be applied in the workplace via industrial athletic trainers, who are onsite to ensure every employee is physically able to have a productive, healthy and effective day at work – whether it’s at a job-site, on a production line, sitting at a desk or fighting crime. (more…)

Pinching. Gripping. Pushing. Lifting. We do all of these functions with our hands daily without thinking about it. But what if one of these basic functions causes pain in the wrist? It becomes noticeable and affects our daily life. (more…)

Week four of the NFL season is already here. At this point of the season, Fantasy Football players are either trying to turn their subpar record around, or trying to maintain dominance in their league. Regardless of the category your team falls into, it’s imperative to pay attention to the injuries that are putting starters on the bench and backups on the field. To help you keep up with the league’s most notable injuries, we are highlighting tips from Athletico’s Athletic Trainer Jacob Dailey each week throughout the NFL season. These tips, called the Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report, are put together to help Fantasy Football players adjust their lineups. (more…)

In the last week of September we will be performing a combination of movements from week 2 and week 3 of this month, so make sure you go back and check them out! (more…)

One of the more frequent questions I am asked when conducting physical therapy evaluations is "Did my injury occur because I did not stretch before my physical activity?" That's a great question and the quick answer is no.....and yes. Let me explain. (more…)

It’s not uncommon for runners, cyclists and triathletes to have calluses, lost toe nails, pain behind the heel, bunions, and other aches and pains. Feet absorb so much force and can either make these activities comfortable or miserable. Fortunately, there are some things that can be done to help keep active feet pain-free, including exercises. That said, prior to beginning any exercise program, it is recommended to consult with your physician, physical or occupational therapist to determine which exercises are best for you. (more…)

As week three of the NFL season gets ready to kickoff, many Fantasy Football players are starting to feel the impact of injuries. Minor injuries may mean Fantasy Football team owners need to find a substitute for a starter this week, while more serious injuries can leave owners scrambling to find a permanent replacement on their roster. To help with the decision-making process, we are highlighting tips from Athletico’s Athletic Trainer Jacob Dailey each week throughout the NFL season. These tips, called the Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report, are put together to help Fantasy Football players adjust their lineups. (more…)

In the third week of September we will be performing the Top of the Foot Stretch. This is a bonus stretch because in addition to stretching the top of the foot, it stretches the shin muscles too! To perform this stretch you will need a sturdy chair. Please do not attempt this stretch if you have any foot or shin injuries. (more…)