Uncategorized / Amanda McKenna
A Pain in the Rear: Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy
Now that we know what proximal hamstring tendinopathy is, let’s review some rehab exercises. When recovering from an injury, the key is to increase the load slowly. Pain should be mild and should not really exceed 3/10 during or after exercises and pain should subside within 24 hours.
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Knee / Amanda McKenna
Brace yourself, it Might Help Knee Pain
The Effect of Knee Braces on Quadriceps Strength and Inhibition in Subjects With Patellofemoral Osteoarthritis was published in the January 2016 volume of the Journal of the American Physical Therapy Association. This article suggests that flexible knee supports do not limit quadriceps strength or increase inhibition.
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Knee / Amanda McKenna
Need for Speed? …………Maybe if you have Knee Arthritis
…..This article suggests that power training for those with knee osteoarthritis has a strong correlation with improving walking and stair performance.
We all know that osteoarthritis (OA) is a growing problem in the United States, especially since the Baby Boomers are approaching retirement.