Reading Time: 8 minutesACL tears are one of the most recognized injuries in sports and athletics, and not for a good reason. Many are aware of the devastating consequences that come from ACL injuries, from surgery to missed games. Add to that several months of rehabilitation and recovery, and it’s easy to see why these athletes with ACL […]
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Reading Time: 3 minutesSummer heat is peaking all the highs just in time for the return to sports training. As much as everyone wants to get back on the field, our athletes must prepare themselves to train in the heat. Prior to the beginning of summer practice, athletes must go through what is called acclimatization. This is the
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Reading Time: 5 minutesStaff at Myokinetix spoke with an expert on elbow and shoulder injuries of throwing athletes, Frank Alexander. He is also a part of the NY Yankees working alongside their team physician. These are some tips he shared with us! How to Avoid Tommy John Surgery & Baseball Injuries 1. Teach your kids about the dangers
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Reading Time: 7 minutesHave you ever wondered what type of injury can sideline an athlete? From knee blowouts to Achilles tendon tears, the lower body plays a huge role in almost every sport imaginable. It should not come as a surprise, then, that hip injuries can be equally devastating. The hip is a large joint that plays multiple
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Reading Time: 6 minutesBetween training for a marathon or a form of stress management, running is loved by many and is considered to be a staple when it comes to working out. And, not to mention, it’s free to get started. But running has its downsides, too. There are a variety of muscles that work together while running
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Reading Time: 11 minutesToday’s blog is based on a conversation that Dr.Natty had on the Myokinetix podcast with Dr. Claudia Ginsburg of Tri-County Orthopedics. Dr. Ginsberg is an expert in the non-operative treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. She received her undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and attended medical school at Cornell University. Currently, she’s a team physician for a
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Reading Time: 4 minutesAnyone playing any sport, especially a high contact sport like football, has the potential to get injured – And when you do, you have to find the right physical therapist for you! I know as a physical therapist, I’ve seen how important it is that a patient is with the right physical therapist. About 5
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Reading Time: 7 minutesLet’s face it, there aren’t many sports that require as much overhead action as baseball and softball. Unfortunately, this means that your athlete is guaranteed to repeat the same throwing motions over and over again, and pitchers even more so. As a result, he or she is highly susceptible to injuries in the upper body,
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Reading Time: 7 minutesWhether you’re a concerned parent who’s looking for treatment options for your athlete or trying to figure out why your child is in pain, you’re in the right place. Today’s article covers the most common elbow injuries in baseball and softball, and what you should expect in terms of recovery for your young athlete. Without
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Reading Time: 3 minutesHere are some commonly asked questions about us at Myokinetix: Questions for you to consider if you’re wondering if Myokinetix is a good fit for you: What to expect during your first visit at Myokinetix:
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