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Strength Training Considerations for Youth Athletes

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

As young kids’ participation in sports increases, strength training in youth athletes also continues to be seen more frequently. Strength...
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Thrower’s Shoulder: Somewhere Between a Flexible and Stable Place

Posted on April 2, 2021 by Erik Krol, MOT, OTR/L

The start of the spring season means that it is finally time for many athletes to implement off-season drills, workouts,...
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Knee Injuries Seen in Gymnasts

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Knee pain in young gymnasts is a common complaint. Many times these young athletes begin having pain due to overuse...
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6 Tips to Remain Healthy During a Modified Gymnastics Season

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Athletico

The ongoing pandemic has changed many of our everyday lives – including those of athletes, many of which had to...
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9 Exercises to Help Overhead Athletes Prepare for their Season

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Tanner Neuberger, PT, DPT, TDN Level 1

Overhead athletes are required to have tremendous strength and stability in not only their shoulder, but their entire body. The...
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What is Skier’s Thumb?

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Shelia M. Tenny, OTR/L, CHT

The stability of the human hand relies on the ligaments to stabilize both the thumb and fingers. An injury to...
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Shin Splints in Gymnasts

Posted on December 4, 2020 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome is more commonly known as “Shin Splints.” This syndrome describes pain on the front and side...
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Return to Sports Stronger: Tips from a Physical Therapist

Posted on October 28, 2020 by Athletico

2020 has been a difficult and disappointing year for many high school athletes. Beginning with the cancellation of winter and...
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