Knee pain is a common complaint among people of all ages, and it can be a significant barrier to enjoying an active lifestyle. Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone dealing with the wear and tear of everyday life, knee pain can disrupt your routine and diminish your quality of life. The good … Read more
Are you experiencing a pain under knee cap that just won’t go away? This type of discomfort is not uncommon, and it can affect anyone, from runners and athletes to those who simply spend a lot of time on their feet. At P3 Athletic & Physical Therapy, we see many patients dealing with this specific … Read more
Understand knee pain, prevent it, and strengthen your knees with exercises for knee pain relief to help you achieve better performance.
Understand knee pain, prevent it, and strengthen your knees with exercises for knee pain relief to help you achieve better performance.
As runners lace up, the anticipation of the run ahead is often met with the underlying worry of knee pain. Knee pain in runners is not just a hurdle—it’s an interruption to the training you love and the races you aspire to conquer. That’s where the power of pre-run stretching comes into play. Stretches for … Read more
For runners, the repetitive motion and impact of feet hitting the pavement can often lead to a common and frustrating ailment: hip and knee pain. It’s a plight that can sideline even the most dedicated runners, disrupting training and racing plans. But what if the pain you’re experiencing is not just a byproduct of your … Read more
Pickleball, a sport that has rapidly gained popularity for its fun, social, and seemingly low-impact nature, has become a go-to activity for many. But as you step onto the court, feeling the excitement of the game, there’s an underlying worry that creeps in – is this sport being kind to your knees? For those who’ve … Read more
ACL injuries often result in surgery which creates a trickle down effect of more pain and continued treatments Over the past several years, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries have reached “epidemic levels”, particularly among young athletes and women. Following this trend, here at P3 we’ve been seeing a growing trend in ACL injuries and concurrent … Read more
Given the rising occurrence of ACL injuries mentioned in last week’s ACL awareness post, I’m confident you’ve heard, known, or seen someone with an ACL injury. It’s an unfortunate and sad truth of today’s world. Having said that, I strongly believe it doesn’t have to be this way. And the research supports it. CONTACT versus … Read more
After the last two blog posts in our ACL awareness series, today we address what everybody wants to know…What exercises can I do to prevent an ACL injury? Having an exercise routine that focuses on improving function in the following categories can reduce the risk of suffering an ACL injury: There are hundreds of exercises … Read more
