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Strategies to Prevent Muscle Atrophy After Surgery

Adam Cady, MHS, ATC, CSCS, PA-C

October 15, 2025

What are the most effective strategies to prevent muscle atrophy in the perioperative period?   Read More

   


The Impact of Systemic Conditions on Elbow Pain

Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, FHEA, PGLTHE

October 1, 2025

What systemic conditions can contribute to elbow pain, and how can they be identified?   Read More

 


The Role of Sleep in Muscle Recovery and Performance

Adam Cady, MHS, ATC, CSCS, PA-C

September 15, 2025

How does sleep impact muscle recovery and performance, and what strategies can improve sleep quality?   Read More

   


Differentiating Between Achilles Tendinitis and Tendinosis

David Nolan, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, SCS, CSCS

August 1, 2025

What are the key differences between Achilles tendinitis and tendinosis, and how do they impact treatment?   Read More

  


Evaluating and Diagnosing Shoulder Osteomyelitis

Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, FHEA, PGLTHE

July 15, 2025

What are the key components of an evaluation for suspected osteomyelitis in the shoulder?   Read More


Understanding Tech Neck and Its Impact on Postural Health

Scott Cheatham, PhD, DPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS

June 15, 2025

What is "Tech Neck", and how does it affect postural health?   Read More

  


Shockwave Therapy: Mechanisms, Pain Reduction, and Treatment Types

Mark Callanen, PT, DPT, OCS

June 1, 2025

How does shockwave therapy work, and what are the differences between radial and focused shockwave therapy?   Read More

   


Diagnostic Classifications in Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD)

Abigail Nowakowski, PT, DPT, Samuel Park, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CMTPT

May 15, 2025

What diagnostic classifications are used in temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD), and how do they guide treatment?   Read More


Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Opioid Use and Withdrawal in Student Athletes

John Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS

April 15, 2025

What are the key signs and symptoms of opioid use and withdrawal, particularly in student athletes?   Read More

   


Lyme Disease and Physical Therapy

Christopher Voltmer, PT, DPT, PhD, NCS

March 1, 2025

What is Lyme disease, and why is it important for physical therapists to understand?   Read More

 


Red Flags in Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD) Evaluation

Abigail Nowakowski, PT, DPT, Samuel Park, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CMTPT

February 15, 2025

What are the key red flags to consider when evaluating patients with Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD)?   Read More

 


Differentiating Neurogenic and Vascular Claudication

Robert McCabe, DPT, SCS, OCS, CSCS, MTC, EXOS Performance Specialist

February 1, 2025

How can clinicians differentiate between neurogenic and vascular claudication in patients with lumbar stenosis?   Read More

  


Key Stressors and Triggering Events Leading to Psychological Concerns in Student Athletes

John Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS

December 1, 2024

What stressors and triggering events can lead to psychological concerns in student athletes?   Read More

   


Integrating Photobiomodulation into Acute Injury Treatment Plans: Impacts on Recovery Timelines

Mark Callanen, PT, DPT, OCS

October 1, 2024

How does photobiomodulation therapy fit into an overall treatment plan for acute injuries, and how does it impact expected recovery timelines?   Read More

   


Rehabilitation for Hamstring Injuries: How Do We Achieve Success?

John Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS

September 1, 2024

What are the common mechanisms of hamstring injuries and their impact on the recovery process?   Read More

  


Background of Photobiomodulation as a Treatment Modality

Mark Callanen, PT, DPT, OCS

July 15, 2024

What is the history behind light therapy, its development as a treatment modality and how does photobiomodulation work at the cellular level?   Read More

   


The Benefits of Integrating Resistance Training and HIIT for Individuals with Sarcopenia

Scott Cheatham, PhD, DPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS

June 1, 2024

How can integrating resistance training and HIIT benefit individuals with sarcopenia?   Read More

   


Phases of Pitching Cycle Related to Potential Injury

Ryan Bitzel, MPT

January 1, 2024

What are the five phases of a pitching cycle, and which two phases are identified as critical in terms of potential injury to the UCL (ulnar collateral ligament)?   Read More

  


Heat Injury in Athletes

Heather Smith, PT, DPT, OCS

July 15, 2023

What is the difference between heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke?   Read More

  


Glenohumeral Dislocation: Patient Presentation

Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, FHEA, PGLTHE

June 15, 2023

What is the difference in patient presentation in patients with anterior, posterior, or inferior glenohumeral dislocation?   Read More

  


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