The Ultimate Guide to College Athlete Summer Training
As Doctors of Physical Therapy, we see many injuries that could have been prevented. Proper preparation in the off-season is a vital component to reducing injury risk. This blog post will discuss how to optimize your summer training. Keep reading if you want to become the strongest, fastest, and most resilient athlete this summer.
Improving Bone Health: How To Perform the Deadlift for Osteoporosis
A major health concern for women over the age of 50 is osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures. Deadlifts are a great exercise to increase bone density in your lower back and hips, but many people are scared of doing them! T
What You Need to Know About Reformer Pilates
What is Reformer Pilates? Hey Long Island Athletes! (yes, Moms are definitely athletes) Have you ever heard of Reformer Pilates? Maybe you’ve seen the new machines in our office and thought, “Those look like medieval torture devices”. (spoiler alert: they are not) Pilates is a form of exercise that is focused on controlled movements, breath, […]
Baseball Elbow Pain: Explore The Best Treatments
Baseball elbow pain in pitchers is most commonly caused by UCL injuries from repetitive throwing stress — and 57% of UCL reconstructions happen to athletes aged 15 to 19. The good news is that partial tears have an 85% chance of returning to play without surgery when treated early with sports physical therapy. If your […]
Pilates for Injury: The Best Exercise During and After Injury
Pilates for Injury Experiencing an injury is frustrating, especially if you are a busy athlete who just can’t afford to slow down! The good news is that we have a solution to help speed up your recovery process: Pilates for Injury. Exercise has been shown to help speed up recovery after injury by: Increasing blood flow […]
Should I Play Golf with Lower Back Pain? A Physical Therapist’s Guide
Lower back pain is an incredibly common complaint among golfers. According to the Titleist Performance Institute, 28.1% of all players deal with lower back pain after every round1. If you’re a golfer experiencing back pain, you’re probably asking yourself: “Should I play golf with lower back pain?” It can feel like a constant battle between […]
4 Ways Pilates for Athletes Improves Performance
Are you a Long Island athlete striving to reach your peak potential? Then look no further than Pilates! This unique exercise style, far from being just for graceful ballerinas, has become a secret weapon for athletes of all shapes and sizes. But what exactly is Pilates, and why should you consider adding it to your training regimen? […]
5 Proven Strategies to Prevent Running Injuries
Running is one of the most popular sports in the world, with over 50 million runners participating in races in the United States alone. It is estimated that about 25% of runners will sustain a running-related injury (Fredette et al., 2022). This blog post will discuss what you can do to prevent running injuries. What […]
Rise of Gymnast Lower Back Pain: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Gymnastics is a sport that demands high levels of strength and flexibility. Unfortunately, it comes with many challenges. This blog post will discuss gymnast lower back pain and why it is so prevalent. Some studies have shown that anywhere from 25% to 85% of gymnasts have lower back pain. [Reference: (1. Spine Injuries in the […]
Common Soccer Injuries: How to Prevent and Treat the 4 Most Frequent Problems
Soccer players on Long Island face four injuries more than any other: hamstring strains, groin pulls, ACL tears, and ankle sprains. The good news is that research-backed warm-up programs, targeted strength training, and proper load management can significantly reduce your risk of getting hurt. This guide covers what causes each injury, how to prevent it, […]