Translations of the Scapula
In previous articles, we’ve looked at the scapula’s complex anatomy, which allows it to move as freely as it does and play such a crucial role in human function, as well as the scapula’s rotations.This time…
Knee Replacement Rehab: Activating Quadriceps Post-Op
On average, individuals with knee osteoarthritis have a 20 percent quadriceps deficit prior to undergoing a traditional total knee arthroplasty (TKA).1 At one year post-op, this deficit has been reported to be…
Biomechanical Demands of Ballroom Dance
Are All Dancers Created Equal?The majority of rehabilitation clinicians recognize the uniqueness of the athletic prerequisites of their patient’s sport. For example, you can probably identify a difference in physical requirements between a tennis player…
Shoulder Replacement: Addressing Shoulder Hike and Shrug
How soon is it reasonable to expect shoulder replacement patients to return to sports and other desired activities?In a study by Katrin Schumann and colleagues, 89 percent of shoulder replacement patients return to their desired…
Exercise Prescription to Restore Range of Motion Following Shoulder Surgery
Restoring shoulder mobility after a surgery is critical to the patient’s long-term function.Although differing opinions exist regarding the exact timing of these activities after a surgery, it is clear that certain exercises should be utilized…
Why Therapists Love MedBridge
