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As Melody Bryden marks her one-year anniversary as a physical therapist, she reflects on why Therapeutic Associates PT has been the perfect place to launch her career.
There are many potential sources of injury to the knee, including cartilage, ligaments, muscles and tendons, as well as joint wear and tear (osteoarthritis). Sometimes, however, pain is felt in the knee even though there is no injury present. This is called patellofemoral syndrome.
Most of us may never have the flawless golf swings that the pros do, but we can improve by working on our fitness. Training can provide the physical tools necessary to hit the ball farther and straighter. Improving our strength, flexibility, and endurance also reduces risk of injury.
Prioritizing your health while at work doesn’t have to be difficult. Add simple movements throughout the day to increase your weekly physical activity and boost your health and fitness while making it easier to reach your goals. A physical therapist can help you overcome obstacles and get started today.
To avoid injury and play your best, it is critical to warm-up before golfing. Static stretching (long holds in stretch positions) is great for overall flexibility, but doesn’t properly prepare you for a round of golf. Dynamic stretching is a much better way to warm-up and takes only 5 –...

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Athletic Performance
If you follow these few basic exercise routines, you will likely enjoy pickleball even more and maybe even have a better chance at beating your friends, all while preventing injuries!
dynamic warm up, injury prevention, mobility, Strength Training
Athletic Performance
Youth athletes should prepare for wrestling practice and matches with this 15-min dynamic warm-up routine designed to boost performance and prevent injury.
dynamic warm up, injury prevention, Youth Athletics
Athletic Performance
Preparing in advance ensures that your body is ready to handle the dynamic movements, quick reflexes, and high-intensity nature of snowboarding and skiing.
injury prevention, snow sports
Recreational Performance
Prevent overuse injuries while fly fishing with tips on dynamic and static stretches for neck, shoulders, elbows, and wrists. Stay pain-free and enjoy more days on the water!
dynamic warm up, injury prevention, overuse injuries, Stretching
Recreational Performance
Learn how to safely gear up for winter hikes and discover how PT can help you build strength and improve balance to prevent injuries, so you can enjoy the season to the fullest.
Athletic Performance
Learn to prevent torso injuries in youth football with essential techniques, core strengthening, proper gear, and injury awareness to keep young athletes safe.
injury prevention, physical therapy, Youth Athletics
Pelvic Health
Discover how pelvic floor PT can address urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, bowel issues, and other dysfunction, enhancing your comfort, mobility, and overall health.
Exercise, pelvic floor, Pelvic Health, physical therapy
Health & Wellness
Whether it’s raking leaves, pruning trees, or getting the garden ready for colder weather, fall cleanup can be physically demanding. Follow these tips to keep yourself safe and injury-free while tackling your fall to-do list.
injury prevention
Conditions
Don't let tennis elbow (which, despite its name, is not limited to tennis players) keep you from enjoying your favorite activities!
elbow pain, injury treatment

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