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New Year, New You: 4 Reasons to Consider Physical Therapy

Posted on January 5, 2024 by Peter Batz, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, AIB-VRC

Are you someone who has been avoiding something that you enjoy doing because of pain? Are you nervous about falling? Does eating your favorite food cause jaw pain? There are many reasons that you should consider going to physical therapy, especially if your New Year resolutions include improving your health and wellness. Here are just a few reasons to consider incorporating physical therapy into your goals. (more…)

What’s That Buzzing in My Ear?

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Peter Batz, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, AIB-VRC

Tinnitus is the perception of hearing a ringing, buzzing or other noise in one or both of your ears. Mayo Clinic states that between 15-20% of people will experience tinnitus at some point in their life. It is more common in older populations. But what causes tinnitus? Let’s take a look! (more…)

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From Dry Needling to Exercise Safety: Top 10 Blogs of 2023

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Athletico

Over the last year, our knowledgeable clinicians have shared their expertise on topics ranging from ergonomics, new parenting, workout tips, and everything in between. As we close out the year, here are ten topics that our readers had the most interest in. (more…)

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Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report 2023: Week 17

Posted on December 28, 2023 by Brandon Bowers, PT, DPT, Astym Cert.

It’s week 17 which signifies the end of the regular NFL season as well as the end of the fantasy football season! To help you finish strong in your league, Athletico’s Brandon Bowers, PT, DPT is highlighting notable player injuries that may be impacting your Fantasy Football team. These insights are put together to create the Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report, which helps fantasy players start their best lineup on a weekly basis. (more…)

3 Daily Habits for a Healthier New Year

Posted on December 27, 2023 by Paige Gibbens, PT, DPT, MHA

Just like that, 2024 is right around the corner. As the 2023 year comes to a close, now is a good time to reflect and create goals for what you want your 2024 to look like. When writing goals, make sure they are SMART. What does SMART stand for? Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely. Sitting down and writing your goals can guide your decision-making to help determine what habits you want to work towards creating for a healthier New Year. Need some ideas to get started with daily habits for a healthier 2024? Check these tips out. (more…)

Benefits of an Arm Care Program for Overhead Athletes in the Off-Season

Posted on December 22, 2023 by Vanessa Retondo, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC, CSCS

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. We’re hanging up our bats and gloves, coaches are making their rosters and checking them twice, and soon, our mounds and dugouts will be lightly covered in a fresh blanket of snow. ‘Tis the season – the off-season, that is. While we’re filling our bellies with holiday cookies and taking that much-needed break from throwing, giving our arm the TLC it deserves after carrying us through the season is important. In fact, the best gift we could give our arm is a comprehensive arm care program. (more…)

Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report 2023: Week 16

Posted on December 21, 2023 by Brandon Bowers, PT, DPT, Astym Cert.

As most leagues close out their season this weekend, there’s a good chance that if you’ve made it this far, you’re just one more win away from being named champion. Athletico’s Brandon Bowers, PT, DPT, ASTYM Cert. is helping fantasy players decide who to sit and who to start in this must-win week, highlighting notable player injuries that may impact your Fantasy Football team. (more…)

What Is Physical Therapy?

Posted on December 20, 2023 by Peter Batz, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, AIB-VRC

Many have heard the term “physical therapy” before, but while you may be familiar with this practice by name, there are still misconceptions out there about what physical therapy actually is. Traditionally, physical therapy is thought of as a plan of treatment for those who have undergone surgery or professional athletes experiencing a career-altering injury. While physical therapists do treat this population, physical therapy is so much more! Physical therapy is a practice that looks to provide personalized care to patients who are looking to relieve pain, improve range of motion and strength and to get back to their previous level of function. (more…)