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The Pros and Cons of a Hamstring Tendon Graft for ACL Reconstruction
The ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) plays a major role in keeping your knees stabilized. It’s also the ligament that sees the most injuries, especially in athletes. However, even if you are not an athlete, accidents in the work place or on the home front are also seeing a rise in ACL injuries. Unfortunately, it often […]
Patellar Tendon Graft For ACL Tears – The Pros and Cons
The anterior cruciate ligament, commonly referred to as the ACL, is a significant component in maintaining stabilization in the knee. Unfortunately, it’s also a ligament that is often injured, especially in athletes. But, even if you are not an athlete, you are still prone to an ACL injury on the job, or even at home […]
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction via Allograft
If you have ever injured your knee, you might be familiar with the term ACL. A torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury can bench a person for a very long time, and will most likely require surgery before rehabilitation. The ACL is found in the knee, and in order to restore function, reconstructive surgery is […]
The Impact of Tight Hamstrings
If you ever had a hamstring injury, then you are probably well aware just how frustrating and painful they can be. Not only is the pain continuous without much relief, but the healing and recuperation time can be a long drawn out process. Adding to that frustration is that the initial injury puts you at […]
The Benefits of Incorporating Push-ups to Your Routine
Having a well-balanced workout routine, one that will benefit you the most, isn’t always the easiest to achieve and maintain. The time alone it could involve can be overwhelming, especially if you have a busy lifestyle with work, kids, and social activities constantly pulling on you for attention. It can also be quite costly, if […]
How Flat Feet can Impact the Body
Pes Planus, otherwise known as fallen arches…or flat feet, is a medical condition that occurs when the arch of the feet flatten, or collapse. When this happens, the sole of the foot will often be making complete (or nearly complete) contact with the floor in an unnatural manner. With a healthy foot, the arch prevents […]
The Importance of Big Toe Mobility and How to Increase It
When it comes to our toes, they are often neglected compared to other body parts. However, the big toe in particular, otherwise known as the great toe, plays a more significant role in our daily lives than you might think. All of our toes are far more useful than applying polish and gripping flip flops. […]
The Benefits of Pull Ups and the Proper Technique
When it comes to building upper body strength, pull ups might be one of the top exercises to consider. Don’t be fooled though, if others make it look easy. They are a difficult exercise to perform, especially in the beginning. In fact, at first, you might not even be able to do one proper pull […]
How to do a Safe and Effective Deadlift
You have probably seen a deadlift performed either in the gym or in physical therapy, as men and women with huge muscles lift an enormous amount of weight up to their hips. However, it’s not just for competition or show…or even just for people with massive arms and legs. It’s a popular exercise to build […]
Swiss Ball Bridged Hamstring Curls for Optimum Strength
When it comes to strengthening the hamstring, the Swiss ball bridged hamstring curl (SBBHC) is definitely a challenging exercise to effectively work at targeting the hamstring muscle. This muscle is found in the back of your thigh. With this exercise, it utilizes your own body weight, making it adaptable for everyone. Perhaps the biggest challenge […]