by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Dec 28, 2017 | Conditioning, Health Conditions |
Tid Bits of Info Be patient…it usually takes a minimum of 6 weeks for the body to experience a biochemistry change in the muscle indicating a strength gain. Cardiovascular exercise is most effective if performed 4-5x/week for a minimum of 30 minutes at...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Dec 7, 2017 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Health Conditions, Knee & Leg, Spine & Neck, Sports injuries |
Tid Bits of Info Tendinopathy refers to disease of a tendon. Tendons connect muscles to bones. Over-use, excessive force, repetitive movements and compression are some of the most common causes of tendon damage. Rest alone does not heal tendinopathy. Rest...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Nov 22, 2017 | Conditioning, Health Conditions |
Tid Bits of Info People who are inactive and watch 5 or more hours of TV per day are 65% more likely to develop a movement disorder. TV viewing is worse than other sedentary lifestyles due to the lack of motion associated when someone watches a “show.” People...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Oct 19, 2017 | Health Conditions, Sports injuries |
Tid Bits of Info Common uses for soft braces are OA of the knee, patella femoral syndrome and ankle instability. While wearing the soft brace, studies have shown more knee stability during agility drills which might correlate with reduced knee and ankle...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Aug 17, 2017 | Health Conditions |
Tid Bits of Info Bone bruises usually take longer to heal than soft tissue injuries. Bruising in the bone occurs when there is damage to the bone tissue and bleeding takes place. Most bone bruises are caused by direct trauma but repetitive stress, compressive...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Aug 3, 2017 | Health Conditions |
Tid Bits of Info Approximately 75% of all calories are from fats in a Keto diet. Studies have recorded a 10-12 lb weight loss in 4 weeks utilizing a Keto diet. Ketoacidosis is a medical emergency and can be fatal. Glucose is the primary fuel source of the...
