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 […]

Whether you’re an athlete or a weekend warrior, our physical therapist can help improve your performance and prevent injury. Avoid Future Injuries and Improve Your Overall Performance While physical therapists are best known for helping you heal and get over injuries, their expertise can also help you avoid future injuries. Your therapist does this by considering: […]

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 Meniscus Anatomy The knee is a hinged joint made up of your thigh bone (femur) and your shin bone (tibia). The ends of the bones are covered with a smooth surface called articular cartilage (Fig 1). When this surface cartilage wears out it is called arthritis. Fig 1 The meniscus is a C shaped […]

Have your knees been through a lot?  Overuse, surgeries, injections, injuries and more?  Have you had knee pain over months or years? Confused on where to start with your knee pain?  Even if you have you tried physical therapy?  Even if you have not had success without other interventions or physical therapy, give us a […]

If you are looking for sciatica treatment, the information below will help you make a better decision as well as help you avoid unnecessary and expensive healthcare treatment. What is Sciatica and Three Main Causes of Your Pain Sciatica is a general term that describes pain that usually is felt in the lower back and […]