Health Resources

Stretch of the Week: Standing Cobra Door Stretch

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Athletico

Continuing with our subclavius stretches for July, week 3 brings us to the Standing Cobra Door Stretch. It's becoming a favorite of mine.

You will need a door with handles on both sides and possibly a small stepping stool for this stretch. Sturdy cork yoga blocks can work in place of a stool. (more…)

Dry Needling: Runners can Relieve Pain and Continue to Train!

Posted on July 18, 2016 by Brian Whittington, PT, DPT, CMTPT

From indoor tracks and treadmills, endurance athletes and amateur runners are taking to the beautiful outdoors. As activity levels increase and miles add up, runners may experience pain, weakness, or fatigue, limiting their workout.  Whatever the reason, runners can find themselves hitting a wall or plateauing throughout training.  Many times symptoms are ignored and athletes push through. With that said, there are effective treatment options that can occur as training continues. One effective treatment for endurance athletes is trigger point dry needling. (more…)

4 Ways to Prepare for the Physical Therapy Board Exam

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Athletico

Three years of school, clinicals and countless hours of studying will culminate in a few short days with the physical therapy board exam. As a physical therapy student, this is what you’ve been working toward and we at Athletico would like to wish you luck as you prepare to take the Physical Therapy Boards. (more…)

#PokémonGO: Catch Them All Without Catching a Neck Cramp

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Athletico

Pokémon GO has taken the world by storm. In fact, data from SimilarWeb shows that within two days of the app’s launch, Pokémon GO was being used for an average of 43 minutes and 23 seconds a day, which is higher than time spent on popular apps like Whatsapp, Instagram, Snapchat and Messenger. (more…)

Stretch of the Week: Half Cow Face Arms

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Athletico

The second week of July brings us to a stretch that we call in yoga, Half Cow Face Arms. We are still focusing on the subclavius muscle that we discussed in detail last week, but you may also feel this in the upper chest and biceps muscles if you are tight there as well. (more…)

The Achilles Tendon: So Strong, but at Risk for Injury

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Athletico

What is the Achilles Tendon?

The Achilles tendon is the point of connection for primarily two muscles which make up the bulk of the calf. It is responsible for performing the motion of lifting the heel off the ground. The Achilles tendon is located just above the heel bone where it attaches.  Although it can bare high loads, acute and chronic Achilles tendon pathology continues to be involved in 50 percent of all sports related injuries.⁵  In addition, there continues to be a rise in Achilles tendon ruptures (complete tear), of which 75 percent occur in men between the ages of 30-49 while participating in sports.⁵ (more…)

Stretch of the Week: Seated Clavicle Stretch

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Athletico

Our focus for the month of July will be the subclavius muscle

This triangular muscle is attached to the first rib and clavicle (collarbone). It lies directly below the collarbone and draws it forward and downward, providing stability during shoulder and arm movements. (more…)

Your PLAN for an Injury-Free Summer Dance Intensive

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Athletico

For many dancers, summers are filled with morning to evening dance classes. Sometimes learning new styles, other times perfecting their technique in a familiar style. Often these summer dance intensives are away from home allowing the dancer to stay in a dormitory and meet new friends who have the same passion. Auditions for these programs are held months in advance and attention from renowned dance teachers may arise from this experience. (more…)