Elite Baseball Preparation and the Role of Physical Therapy
This blog will discuss how physical therapy supports elite baseball preparation, from injury prevention to maximizing performance and optimizing recovery.
Chris McKenzie
Unlocking Shoulder Strength: Overcoming Shoulder Pain to Power Your Moves
According to the National Institute of Health, shoulder pain is one of the most pervasive orthopedic issues individuals face today. Whether you’re an athlete pushing the limits in sports like baseball or swimming, a CrossFit enthusiast, or even someone tackling daily tasks like reaching into an overhead cabinet to grab a plate for dinner, the … Read more
Pushing Through the Pain: A Marathon Training Dilemma
Marathon running is a grueling test of physical and mental endurance, and with such a demanding sport comes the risk of sustaining injuries. It’s crucial for distance runners to understand the intricacies of common running injuries and how to navigate the fine line between pushing through the pain and knowing when to stop, rest, and … Read more
Hamstring Injuries: The Injury that Prompted a $4M NFL Study
It is not uncommon for top NFL athletes to be sidelined due to injuries. Yet one type of injury had the league scratching its head, prompting $4M in research. Hamstring injuries are the most common injuries in sports, including the NFL. Of those injured, 75% result in time away from play. Dr. Chris McKenzie, physical … Read more
ATFL Injuries: Understanding The Most Common Ankle Injury
The start of the football season is an exciting time for fans and players alike. However, with the thrill of the game also comes the potential for injuries, and one of the most common injuries in football is the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) injury. This ankle injury accounts for about 15% of all football-related injuries … Read more
Young Athletes are Specializing too Early, and It is Damaging Their Bodies
The Olympics are in full swing, alighting many young athletes’ dreams of being on the podium like their heroes. While the path to Olympic success is challenging and reserved for a very small percentage of hard-working athletes, aspiring athletes and their parents should be aware of several risks. Three of the most common pitfalls young … Read more
Collegiate Athlete Injuries Requiring Surgery or Extended Time Off on the Rise
As high school seniors graduate and set their sites on college, many talented athletes anticipate playing their chosen sport at the collegiate level in the fall. However, a 2023 report found that injuries sustained during competition are rising. Less than 21 percent of these injuries led to disqualification for the season or the athlete’s career. … Read more
The Myth of Velocity: Preventing Elbow Injuries in Throwing Sports
When it comes to sports like baseball, softball, and tennis, the idea that throwing harder or with more velocity inevitably leads to elbow injuries has become a prevailing myth. While it’s true that high-velocity throwing can pose a risk to elbow health due to the high loads that are placed on joints, with proper preventive … Read more
Running Does Not Cause Bad Knees, But Poor Hip Strength Can
Approximately 50 million people run or jog every year, 1.1 million of whom complete a marathon, according to Statista. Runners are passionate about their sport and enjoy the freedom of hitting the trail or pounding the pavement any time of day they please. And runners won the lottery when COVID hit, and the gyms and … Read more
The Fate of All Baseball Players Lies in Their Range of Motion – Preventing Throwing Injuries
As baseball season gets underway, many athletes are eager to return to the field and start throwing as hard and fast as possible. However, experts warn that doing so without proper training and conditioning can lead to serious throwing injuries—and physical therapy may be the key to preventing them. According to the American Physical Therapy … Read more