Foot and ankle pain changes everything. It affects how steps land.How weight shifts.How confidence feels walking across a room. When the base of the body isn’t functioning well, everything above it adapts — sometimes in ways that create even more issues. Knees compensate.Hips shift.The lower back tightens. The foot and ankle are not small details. … Read more
Neuropathy changes the way the body feels. The ground might seem less predictable.Steps might feel heavier.Balance might feel slightly delayed. For some, it starts as tingling in the toes. For others, it’s numbness, burning sensations, or weakness that gradually affects daily movement. But here’s the key perspective: Neuropathy is not the end of capability.It’s a … Read more
At McKenzie Sports Physical Therapy, we are always on the lookout for cutting-edge treatments that will provide our patients with relief. We are delighted to announce that in January, we will begin offering Stimpod, from Algiamed, as a revolutionary new tool to help those with stubborn neurogenic pain find relief.
Running a marathon – or any distance that pushes your limits – is an accomplishment to be proud of. You’ve worked hard to get your body into the fitness level required to sustain you during the long miles, pushing you forward when your legs are begging you to stop. Despite all that hard work, your body is likely rebelling a bit – post-race spaghetti … Read more
When it comes to dominating on the mound, few attributes are as admired—and as pursued—as pitching velocity.From high school prospects to professional pitchers, the desire to throw harder has become a driving force in modern baseball. While velocity isn’t the only measure of success, there’s no denying its role in intimidating batters, increasing strikeouts, and … Read more
Every pitcher dreams of throwing faster, but increasing velocity isn’t just about arm strength. A powerful pitch comes from full-body coordination, explosive movements, and strong mechanics. The good news? With the right exercises, you can develop the strength and speed needed to add extra miles per hour (MPH) to your fastball, increasing your pitching velocity.
When it comes to dominating on the mound, few attributes are as admired—and as pursued—as pitching velocity. From high school prospects to professional pitchers, the desire to throw harder has become a driving force in modern baseball. While velocity isn’t the only measure of success, there’s no denying its role in intimidating batters, increasing strikeouts, … Read more
Introduction: Why Baseball Injuries Are More Common Than You Think Baseball is a game of precision, power, and endurance—but it’s also a sport that takes a huge toll on your body. From powerful throws to explosive swings, your joints, muscles, and ligaments absorb a ton of force. Yet, most athletes don’t take injury prevention seriously … Read more
This blog will discuss how physical therapy supports elite baseball preparation, from injury prevention to maximizing performance and optimizing recovery.
