Plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is one of the most common causes of heel pain. Plantar fasciitis affects people of all ages, both athletes and nonathletes. Foot anatomy The foot is made up of: 26 bones 30 joints more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments These structures work together to provide support, balance, and mobility. […]

If you have surgery coming up, you probably have a long list of things to prepare before your operation.  One important thing to add to your list is scheduling an appointment at Physical Therapy Innovations’ Prehab Physical Therapy Program! Did you know that participating in physical therapy before you have knee surgery can have a positive effect on […]

Been Diagnosed with Frozen Shoulder?  What Does That Mean and How Do You Fix It? Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, occurs when the ligaments and capsule supporting the shoulder joint adheres to itself.  This leads to pain and “freezing” of normal shoulder range of motion.  It is caused by an inflammatory process affecting […]

It seems that most people understand the benefits of performing single leg strength and stability drills. In particular, Single-Leg Roman Deadlifts (SL RDLs) are very popular with physical therapists, athletic trainers, personal trainers, as well as gym goers. This exercise is popular for targeting the hamstrings, the gluteal muscles, the gastrocs and ankle stabilizers and […]

 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)? […]

What is the Thoracic Spine? The thoracic spine makes up the middle portion of your spine.  It is responsible for most of your spinal rotation and bending. The ribs and a number of skeletal muscles attach to the thoracic spine to provide stability for your back. Mobility in your thoracic spine is essential for proper […]

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: […]

Knee osteoarthritis is an extremely common disorder that involves the cartilage in a knee joint. In a normal knee, the ends of each bone are covered by cartilage, a smooth substance that protects the bones from one another and absorbs shock during impact. In knee osteoarthritis, this cartilage becomes stiff and loses its elasticity, which […]

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 […]

  Whether you are playing a sport, out for a run or walk, or just stepped the wrong way, an ankle sprain can happen to anyone.     Most ankle sprains are low ankle injuries or inversion sprains.  These injuries are treated differently than high ankle sprains. High ankle sprains, also known as syndesmosis injuries, […]