Physical therapy
News that the groundhog didn’t see his shadow isn’t the only indication that spring is on the way. Spring means baseball, longer days and hot dogs and sunflower seeds at the baseball game. With pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training this week, fans are filled with a fresh sense of optimism that their favorite... Read More »
Stretching has long been known to improve muscular flexibility and joint range of motion and is considered an integral part of any fitness routine. Gym teachers and coaches have taught us that stretching before exercise keeps us injury-free and performing at our best. But does it? The usefulness of stretching immediately before exercise has become a much-debated... Read More »
Ever limped around with a sprained ankle for a couple of weeks? Pulled a “hammy” playing softball and stayed out of the gym for a month? Answer yes to any of these questions and you may not be cut out for a long NFL career. While injuries are a given in the NFL, missing games... Read More »
When the New York Yankees recently announced the news that Alex Rodriguez, All-Star third baseman and owner of the largest yearly salary in all of baseball, would undergo hip surgery for the second time in 5 years, it highlighted the evolving awareness and concern over injuries involving the hip joint. The surgery, performed in January, will likely keep Rodriguez... Read More »
Overuse injuries are not just for adults. With 30 million kids participating in organized youth sports every year, athletics have become the number one cause of injury among adolescents. Those that participate in organized sports frequently play in a year-round format that allows little time for recovery and may encourage the development of overuse or... Read More »
Consult with Lisa!
Interested in virtual advice or a virtual visit? Lisa Giannone and the staff at Active Care are experts in movement, health and fitness. Our services extend nationally and internationally, well beyond the reach of our physical location. Active Care physical therapists and exercise specialists are available and ready to help. Please contact [email protected] with all questions concerning:
- Rehab consultation
- Training advice
- Virtual PT visits
- Exercise program assessment
- Injury assessment
- Biomechanics (running, cycling, swimming technique analysis)
- Team sport injury prevention programs
