Arthrogenic Muscle Inhibition (AMI) Persistent weakness in the quadriceps muscles and limited knee extension following knee injuries/surgeries stem from distinct changes in neural excitability; a phenomenon referred to as arthrogenic muscle inhibition (AMI). Comprehension of the pathophysiology underlying AMI is essential to the physical therapist as it serves as a compass for therapeutic interventions. Several […]
Physical Therapy Innovations’ Training Can Help You Return to Sport Have you had an orthopedic injury/surgery such as a knee, shoulder, elbow, or ankle injury? Did you attend traditional physical therapy, but are not 100% after discharge? Did your physical therapist provide you with sport specific training to prepare you for return to your sport(s)? […]
Prior to utilizing jump training/testing, the physical therapist (PT) must understand the difference between vertical and horizontal jump performance following ACLR. Initiated at the appropriate time, jump training/testing should be included throughout rehabilitation following ACL reconstruction (ACLR) or ACL injury to allow physical therapists to monitor and document the changes in physical competency throughout the […]
The ACL, or the Anterior Cruciate Ligament, is an important ligament that functions as a knee stabilizer. Unfortunately, ACL injuries are very common, with between 100,000 to 200,000 occurring each year. ACL injuries often lead to surgery, an end to a season, and up to a year spent in rehabilitation to safely return to sport. […]