Health Resources

Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Athletico

The NFL’s season officially starts on Thursday, September 8^th, which means that fans are already assembling their Fantasy Football teams. To help you reign supreme in your league this year, we will be highlighting tips from Athletico’s Athletic Trainer Jacob Dailey throughout the season. These tips, dubbed the Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report, shed light on some of the league’s notable injuries and provide guidance on which players you should avoid and which players you may want to pick-up. (more…)

Stretch of the Week: Self-Massage for the Wrist

Posted on August 24, 2016 by Athletico

The final stretch for August features two self-massage techniques for the wrist.

You will need a tennis ball and a table or hard surface to perform these techniques. As always, 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…)

4 Stretches to Help You Combat Text Neck

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Athletico

Times have changed.

Just a few years ago most parents were worrying about their teens’ posture as a result of carrying heavy backpacks home from school. While this is still a concern, there is a new phenomenon impacting teens’ posture, and it goes by the name of “text neck.” (more…)

The Job Search: Resume Basics

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Athletico

A solid resume is one of the most important tools to have in your belt when conducting your job search and building your career. This document is a snapshot of your qualifications and the first glimpse an employer has of you. Here are some tips to make an outstanding first impression: (more…)

6 Ways to Improve Your Running Technique

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Athletico

Stretch of the Week: Spider Stretch

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Athletico

The third stretch for August is called the Spider Stretch.

This wrist extension stretch is pretty simple and can help with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) symptoms. There is no equipment needed to perform this stretch, and it can be done in either a seated or standing position. It is important to note that if you are experiencing finger or elbow pain/injuries, you should not practice this week’s stretch. 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…)

Off-Season Training: A Hockey Perspective

Posted on August 15, 2016 by Steve Chmielewski, PT, DPT, Level 5 USA Hockey Coach

Off-season training for any sport is an important part of an athlete’s development. During the off-season, athletes make gains on their conditioning, endurance, strength, balance and/or speed to compete at a higher level within the sport of their choice. (more…)

Stretch of the Week: Wrist ROM

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Athletico

In the second week of August we are working on the range of motion (ROM) in the wrist.

It is not uncommon to feel tightness in your wrist when you are overusing this important joint. This stretch will help you find out where you are tight and free up some of the restrictions in the wrist. (more…)