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Ergonomics for the Students’ World

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Athletico

In 2008, 49.3 million students were enrolled in schools from grades one through twelve. These students are potentially sitting incorrectly...
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Taking Training Too Far: A Quick Look at Rhabdomyolysis

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Athletico

First off, thanks for making it past the title and not assuming that rhabdomyolysis wasn’t some word I made up to sound...
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Three Ways to Avoid Knee Pain at the Gym

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Athletico

Many patients come to physical therapy with knee pain as a result of gym workouts. Here are three ways to...
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Active Lifestyles and Achilles Tendinitis

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Athletico

Have you ever experienced pain or swelling in your Achilles heel after prolonged activity? Though the Achilles is the strongest...
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The Bump on Your Shin: What It Is and What to Do

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Athletico

As an athletic trainer that works with young, active populations, I get a lot of questions about injuries– some more...
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Summer Fun with the Family

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Athletico

Now that summer is finally getting underway in our area, it is a great time of year to get outdoors...
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Let’s Talk Tummy Time

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Athletico

Editor’s Note: Today’s blog post was written by Ashley Shupe, PT, DPT, pediatric physical therapist at Athletico Oak Park. There’s...
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Beauty Before Pain: One Therapist’s Perspective on High Heel Shoes

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Athletico

“I had surgery 2 weeks ago. When can I wear heels?” “I wore heels for 30 years, every day at...
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