Ankle Mobilization Techniques to Improve Motion
A variety of ankle injuries that could benefit from ankle mobilizations to restore range of motion and function.
Subscapularis: How is the Largest RC Muscle so Overlooked?
As the largest and strongest cuff muscle, tihe subscapularis is estimated to provide 53% of total cuff strength.
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Arthrometers Provide Objective Data in Orthopedics
Arthrometers Provide Objective Data in Orthopedics Orthopedics is about precision. Decisions should be based on objective data. In the 1980’s, Med Metrics Corp. Inc. developed a knee arthrometer called the KT1000. For …
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Importance of Nutrition in Recovery & Repair
Importance of Nutrition in Recovery & Repair Special thanks to DPT students Shea Alcorn, Dan Braccia, Emily Boudeman, McKenna Boyd, Ali Emmett, Liz Fenton, Ben Higgins, Emily Mangold, & Katie Marazzo (Widener University Class of 2024) Connective tissue encompasses a huge number of elements of the musculoskeletal system (bone, cartilage, tendons, fascia, ligaments, …
Adiposity and Osteoarthritis
Special thanks to DPT students Kelly Gabbett, Sarah Glazewski, Mark Abrams, Victoria Bensinger (Widener University Class of 2024) We all know that carrying excessive weight has a negative impact on our joints but the magnitude of that impact goes beyond the compression forces. When an individual is overweight or obese, the …