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Physical Therapy Guide to Core Muscle Injury (Athletic Pubalgia )

Jul 9, 2020 / Guide

Athletic pubalgia (core muscle injury) is a condition that mainly affects athletes who play soccer, hockey, football, and rugby and who run track.

Combat Athletes and Physical Therapy

Jun 19, 2018 / Podcast

The term "combat athlete" may not be well known. What is it, and what does it take to be one?

Treatment of Core Muscle Injury (Don't Call it Sports Hernia)

Apr 27, 2017 / Podcast

When ESPN injury analyst Stephania Bell meets an elite athlete who has had surgery to repair a core muscle injury, she has a good idea who might have performed the procedure.

Female Athlete Triad: Recognizing and Treating the Nutrition-Based Condition

Feb 24, 2014 / Podcast

A physician and a physical therapist discuss the female athlete triad, and its dangers for female athletes.

Physical Therapy Guide to Wrist Tendinitis

Jul 19, 2024 / Guide

Wrist tendinitis is a condition that most commonly occurs in people who do repeated activities using the hand and arm.

Collaborative Care and Physical Therapy

Apr 11, 2017 / Podcast

As the team doctor for the Washington Nationals and Washington Redskins, Dr. Robin West knows what good teamwork looks like.

Why Physical Therapy Matters in Early Adulthood

Sep 24, 2025 / Article

Physical therapy empowers young adults to stay ahead of potential issues before they interfere with daily life and provides personalized strategies to move better, feel stronger, and stay active through all of life’s transitions.

Pregnancy Alters Running Form

Jun 15, 2013 / Did You Know?

A recent study published in The Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy suggests that pregnancy causes biomechanical changes to a runner's stride that can linger after childbirth.

Preparing for the Latest Sports Craze: Obstacle Course Racing

Jul 13, 2017 / Podcast

The latest sports craze of obstacle course races is full of physical demands. Learn more about how to successfully prepare for these events.

Avoiding Muscle Atrophy When Injured

Mar 7, 2018 / Podcast

If you are active, chances are you'll experience an injury and an extended layoff. Will your muscle quickly turn to fat? Will you start to feel or look different?