Does Early Specialization Lead to Greater Success?
Growing up and playing competitive hockey, my goal was always to obtain a college scholarship and maybe, just maybe, make it to that next level. So I did what any other talented young athlete would…
The Role of the Scapula
The scapula is a remarkable structure. It allows humans to do everything from shrugging to communicate uncertainty to throwing a 90-mph fastball. Because of the scapula’s complexity, it is also prone to dysfunction, sidelining athletes…
Exertional Heat Stroke: Protective Measures to Take Before, During, and After a Crisis
Perhaps you remember Tevan, the freshman football player introduced in a previous article, “Why Body Temperature Is Essential in Heat Stroke.” While trying out for an offensive lineman position on the JV squad, he collapsed…
Habit-Centered Rehabilitation: A New Approach to Goal Setting
Setting patient goals is a fundamental part of our clinical work. We use goals to track our patients’ progress, celebrate milestones in their rehab, and focus our treatment on their functional needs.But what if we’re…
Muscle Performance Testing: Create Your Own Dynamometer
A Brief History of Strength TestingManual Muscle TestingManual muscle testing (MMT) is a widespread, nearly universal test used by physical therapists and other allied health professionals to determine muscle strength and weakness in their patients…
Why Therapists Love MedBridge
