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Bridget Flaten
Aug 6, 20245 min read
The Synergy Between Athletic Training and Physical Therapy: Enhancing Performance and Recovery
Introduction In the world of sports, maintaining peak performance while minimizing injury risk is paramount. Athletes constantly strive...
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Bridget Flaten
Jul 25, 20242 min read
Rehabilitation & Prehabilitation: The Athlete’s Path to Peak Performance
In the realm of athletic training, understanding and differentiating between rehabilitation and prehabilitation is crucial for achieving...
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Bridget Flaten
Jul 2, 20243 min read
Navigating Athletic Pain and Injury: Why Your Physical Therapist Should Be Your Go-To Expert
As an athlete, experiencing pain or injury can be particularly distressing. Knowing which medical voices to listen to for a diagnosis and...
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Bridget Flaten
Jun 18, 20244 min read
Take Control: Injury and Pain Rehab Requires Work
In the world of injury and pain rehabilitation, various manual modalities such as massage, chiropractic adjustments, and dry needling are...
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Bridget Flaten
Jun 16, 20243 min read
Boosting Athletic Performance with Pelvic Floor PT
Pelvic floor health is a crucial component of athletic performance and overall well-being. From urinary incontinence to pelvic pain and...
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Bridget Flaten
Jun 6, 20243 min read
Rehab through Strength Training: the NFL's $4,000,000 discovery.
In a recent revelation, NFL player Christian Watson shared his struggle with recurring hamstring injuries, an issue that persisted until...
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Bridget Flaten
May 28, 20243 min read
Debunking Common Myths About Pelvic Health for Athletes
Pelvic health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, particularly for athletes who push their bodies to the limit. However, this area...
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Bridget Flaten
May 21, 20242 min read
Common Mistakes People Make When Seeking Pelvic Health Help
Pelvic health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, yet many individuals make common mistakes when addressing issues related to...
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Bridget Flaten
May 21, 20242 min read
Proactive Strategies to Prevent ACL Injuries in Athletes
An ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) rupture is a prevalent yet debilitating injury that can significantly hinder an athlete's performance...
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Bridget Flaten
May 15, 20243 min read
When to Choose Therapy Over Surgery
Introduction Physical therapy serves as a cornerstone in the management of various health conditions, offering non-surgical solutions to...
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Bridget Flaten
Apr 23, 20243 min read
Chronic Pain Requires Chronic Change: Navigating the Complexities of Persistent Pain with Physical Therapy
Chronic pain is not just a prolonged version of acute pain; it represents a complex interplay between the physical and the...
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Bridget Flaten
Apr 16, 20243 min read
Strategies for Managing and Training Around Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can be a significant barrier to maintaining an active lifestyle and achieving fitness goals. It’s important to understand...
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Bridget Flaten
Apr 9, 20243 min read
Nutrition's Crucial Role in Athletic Injury Recovery
Recovering from an injury can be a challenging time for athletes. Amid focusing on physical therapy and rest, the role of nutrition in...
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Bridget Flaten
Apr 1, 20243 min read
When Physical Therapy Doesn't Yield Results
The journey through physical therapy (PT) is laden with expectations of recovery, strength, and a return to form. Yet, for some, the path...
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Bridget Flaten
Mar 26, 20244 min read
Integrating CrossFit into My Evaluation Process: A Personal Journey
As a physical therapist focused on athletic & performance rehabilitation, my approach has evolved significantly over the last few years,...
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Bridget Flaten
Mar 19, 20244 min read
Sciatica: Understanding, Managing, and Preventing
Introduction Sciatica, a term that resonates with discomfort for many, refers to the pain that travels along the path of the sciatic...
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Bridget Flaten
Mar 11, 20244 min read
Alleviating Arthritis Pain: The Essential Role of Physical Therapy
Introduction Arthritis affects millions worldwide, manifesting in various forms that all share one common feature: they significantly...
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Bridget Flaten
Mar 4, 20243 min read
Overcoming the Shadow: How Injuries Can Dim the Light of Our Passions
Introduction Injuries are more than just physical setbacks; they're emotional and psychological battles that can cast a long shadow over...
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Bridget Flaten
Feb 23, 20243 min read
Understanding Pain: Navigating the Difference Between Being Hurt vs Injured
Introduction Pain is a complex, multifaceted experience that every athlete encounters at some point in their journey. It's a signal from...
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Bridget Flaten
Jan 31, 20244 min read
Dry Needling Demystified: What Is It and Who Can Benefit?
In the world of physical therapy and pain management, dry needling emerges as a technique cloaked in curiosity and sometimes,...
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