Written by Carol on February 23, 2016 |
One of the challenges we face when working with Combine athletes is, they are training at a very high level daily and we need to use treatments that will allow for and help maximize their high level of training. Likewise, many of our clients feel the same way. Golfers don’t want to give up their weekly game. Runners and tri-athletes don’t want to miss any training days, high school athletes don’t want to miss any games. Even the “normal” activities such as driving, lifting, carrying things and working need to continue daily. Continue Reading »
Written by Carol on February 16, 2016 |
At ProActive Physical Therapy, one of the treatment techniques we use for a lot of Combine athletes is Graston Technique. Often times their injuries are soft tissue and chronic in nature. They may have even been receiving the treatment at their University. This is also a very effective treatment technique for all of our clients. We use it often on our clients who enjoy all levels of activity and fitness.
Graston Technique® is an evidence-based form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively address scar tissue and fascial restrictions through comprehensive training, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
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Written by Carol on February 9, 2016 |
It’s that time of year again, after college bowl games when the top college players are getting prepared to perform at the NFL Combine. Every January here at ProActive Physical Therapy we support Activ8 Athleticism in getting players in top form for their big day. They arrive from all over the country and live here to train and rehab for 8 weeks or more. Continue Reading »