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While most athletes understand the basic principles of injury prevention, the real challenge lies in consistently executing these strategies within their training and daily routines. Knowing is just half the battle; actively applying this knowledge is what truly minimizes injury risk. Here are the Top 10 Ways Athletes Can Prevent Sports Injuries in 2024: 1. Prioritize […]

Do you experience pain when you stand up or sit down? Do you feel a sharp pain when you put pressure on your heel? You may be thinking ‘Yes! It’s Plantar Fasciitis’, but despite this diagnosis, no treatment is working. Sound familiar? Plantar Fasciitis is a condition that’s often misdiagnosed and is an issue I […]

Starting a running regiment can be both exciting and intimidating. For many, the rush of excitement at finally committing to a daily run can often overshadow certain important steps that should be taken before lacing up your shoes. Stretching and warming up are essential steps that should not be overlooked when preparing for a run. […]

The NFL Scouting Combine is an annual event where the best college football players in the country come together to showcase their skills and abilities in front of scouts and coaches from all 32 NFL teams. As a physical therapist, I was invited as one of a select few to participate in the combine and […]

Places to Play Pickleball in Wichita, KS Looking for places to play pickleball in Wichita? Not sure how to get started playing pickleball for the first time? Wondering what equipment you need to play pickleball, or what are the best shoes and equipment to use for pickleball? You’ve come to the right place! We not […]

  Choosing the Right Shoes for Pickleball to Prevent Plantar Fasciitis and Play at Your Best We get asked a lot, “What shoes should I wear when playing pickleball?” Great question! We see a lot of pickleball players here in Wichita, and we even see pickleball players who travel to see us from other states. […]

Heel pain and Plantar Fasciitis can be one of the most frustrating problems a person can experience! Plantar fasciitis can limit pleasurable activities such as walking, running, standing while baking in the kitchen, and generally enjoying life. The most common complaints with plantar fasciitis include heel pain (sometimes worse in the morning), foot pain, arch […]

As one year comes to a close and another begins, people begin to set goals and make resolutions. Losing weight, getting to the gym more often or getting into "better shape" are all common goals that require increasing your amount of physical activity. This activity is great for your health, energy levels, sleep, and mood. […]

Now that spring has arrived, temperatures are starting to rise in many parts of the country. And that means the transition from heating our homes to cooling our homes is right around the corner. No matter what method you use to cool your home during the warm spring and summer months (central air conditioning, window […]

Adversity. We all have it. It takes different forms, but we all go through it in some way or another. Stress, personal relationships, illness, painful conditions, work life, financial strain, death of a loved one. You name it, and we all go through it at some point. So how do we get through it? Can […]

Turning the page on the new year is a chance to wipe the slate clean—and to be better versions of ourselves. And when it comes to what we want to improve, goals that fall in the health and wellness arena top all other New Year’s resolutions. In fact, three of the top four resolutions in […]

Has anybody out there ever had a back spasm and back pain and wrenched their back like I did last week digging out clay dirt in my back yard? I’m feeling a lot better after doing my therapy, and I have a whole new appreciation for good body mechanics. I just had a patient named […]

We all know that staying active is key to living a healthy life, but when you have lower back pain it can be very confusing when you think about exercise. What are safe exercises for lower back pain sufferers? Should you even do exercise if you have lower back pain? In this blog, we share […]

shoulder Rotator cuff injuries can often be treated WITHOUT surgery Rotator Cuff (or Cup!) Injuries in Wichita, KS Today we’re talking about rotator cuff injuries, or as some people like to call it, the rotator cup. But here's the deal: there's no cup. The rotator cuff is actually four muscles that support our shoulder. Frequently, […]