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Patellofemoral Pain in Lifters and Runners: Causes, Treatment, and Tidbits
Patellofemoral Pain in Lifters and Runners: Causes, Treatment, and Tidbits Here at Zenith Performance Physical Therapy, we commonly evaluate patients with complaints of generally achy and beat up...
Mastering the Front Rack
Mastering the Front Rack Position for CrossFitters: Key Tips for Better Mobilityand Performance In CrossFit, the front rack position is critical for many movements, including the front squat, clean,...
3 Deadlift and Low Back Pain Pointers
Technique Breakdown: I find that focusing on the setup pays off despite looking deceptively simple. Start withyour shoulders above the hips and hips above the knees, then on the lift make sureyour...
Midfoot Mobility For Runners
Boost Your Running: The Importance of Midfoot Mobility As a physical therapist, I often see runners grappling with discomfort or injuries that stem from poor foot mechanics. Many come to me with...
Overhead Mobility for Weightlifters: Thoracic Spine
For weightlifters, optimal overhead mobility is crucial for both performance and injury prevention. Whether you're executing a snatch, clean and jerk, or simply working on overhead presses and...
Three Common Mistakes Runners Make Prepping for Races
As a physical therapist, I've had the privilege of working with numerous runners-from weekend joggers to competitive athletes. Running is a fantastic way to stay fit, clear your mind, and challenge...
Enhancing Healing: The Dynamic Duo of Dry Needling with Electrical Stimulation
As physical therapists, we’re constantly exploring innovative techniques to maximize the effectiveness of treatments and to expedite patients' recovery journeys. One such approach that has been...
Unlocking the Potential: Strengthening Exercises for Runners to Combat Knee Pain
Discover effective exercises to strengthen key muscles and reduce knee pain while running. Dealing with knee pain while running? You might be experiencing what's commonly referred to as "runner's...
Crossfitters: What Sets the Competition Apart!
One of the biggest differentiators I see between truly competitive CrossFit athletes and athletes stuck in that perpetual intermediate stage is the ability to hold a sustainable long-term program....
Exercise: The Key to Longevity and Well-being
As physical therapists, we’re constantly reminded of the remarkable benefits that exercise can bring to our lives. Beyond the immediate gains of improved strength and power, regular physical...