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Squat Variations: What do they train and why do we use them?   Squats are one of the most essential exercises for any rehab or fitness program. This total body exercise can be used to increase strength, power, muscular endurance,… Read More

EFFECTS OF YOGA INVERSIONS   What is an inversion? An inversion is categorized as any asana, or yoga pose, in which the head is below the heart and hips. The body is inverted from its normal upright position. Yoga inversions… Read More

FIX YOUR DOWNWARD-FACING DOG  Downward-facing dog, downward dog, or sometimes known as simply down dog, is one of the most recognized poses in the yoga practice. Downward dog is characterized as an inversion because the head is below the heart.… Read More

IMPROVE YOUR STIFF ANKLES   Sufficient ankle mobility is necessary for the knee to move forward over the toes with movements such as squatting, lunging, and going down stairs.  Limited ankle mobility can lead to dysfunctional movement patterns, compensation, and… Read More

Improve Your Squat Depth    Squats are one of the most common and important exercises in any fitness or rehab program. A proper squat requires significant mobility throughout the body in order to achieve maximum results. Let’s look at ways… Read More

CRACK. CLICK. GRIND. POP. WHY DOES MY SHOULDER MAKE NOISE?   A noisy shoulder isn’t inherently dangerous or problematic. Many people experience shoulder cracking, clicking, or popping without any pain. Often your shoulder muscles, ligaments, tendons, and bones are all… Read More

Benefits of Blood Flow Restriction Training following ACL Surgery   What is Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)? Blood flow restriction (BFR) is a training method that utilizes a tourniquet system to partially restrict arterial and venous blood flow to/ from working… Read More

RETHINKING RETURN TO SPORT REHAB Evidence suggests that more than 50% of athletes are unable to return to their preinjury level of function after ACL reconstruction. Second ACL injury rates, accounting for ipsilateral and contralateral tears, have been reported between… Read More

What is dry needling? Dry needling is the process of inserting thin monofilament needles without the use of injectate to treat a variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions. The needles are inserted into muscles, ligaments, tendons, fascia, scar tissue, and neurovascular bundles… Read More

Is the Pro-Agility Test a valid test of agility? The Pro- Agility Test, also referred to as the 5-10-5 shuttle, is popular in the NFL and NHL combine, and SPARQ rating for baseball, basketball, and hockey. The Pro-Agility Test is… Read More