Mini-Open Achilles Tendon Repair Achilles tendon ruptures have historically been one of the tougher injuries to rehab from. In the 2008-2009 NFL season alone, 31 players ruptured their Achilles. Parekh et al (Parekh et al, Foot Ankle Spec 2009) performed an internet-based retrospective review of NFL players from 1997-2002 and found that of the 31
Achilles Tendon Rupture? Talk to your doc about the "Mini-Open" Approach
August 11th, 2015Plica Syndrome
July 31st, 2015Treatment for Plica Syndrome There are some conditions we see regularly, and some we don’t see too often. One of the more rare ones is a patella plica syndrome (pronounced “plike-ah”). So what exactly is it and what do you do if your plica is giving you trouble? What’s a patellar plica? Without getting super
Suspension Training: Is There Any Benefit?
July 18th, 2015Suspension Training and Muscle Activity Suspension training is hotter than sunburn in fitness and rehabilitation right now. TRX, the “Jungle Gym” and other similar models are hanging from the rafters at gyms and rehab facilities all over the fruited plain. The benefits of suspension training largely center around resistance coming from bodyweight, versatility, and the