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Bill - Clinic Director

MSPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS

Bill Kosik, MSPT, OCS, ATC, Cert. MDT, CSCS, ART certified Bill is a licensed physical therapist and certified athletic trainer (ATC) with extensive training and experience in the field of outpatient orthopedic physical therapy. His physical therapy experience has included providing services to Special Operations Forces of the USMC, as well treatment for patients of various ages and physical abilities, including those in the professional and amateur athletic ranks. Post-graduate training and certifications that Bill possesses include: Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), certified provider in Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment (Cert. MDT) – a McKenzie-based system for evaluation and treatment of conditions involving the spine and extremities, certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA), and certification (whole-body) in Active Release Technique (ART). In addition to Bill’s work in the orthopedic and sports physical therapy field, he also has a significant background in the ergonomic/industrial work setting, providing work-site assessment and ergonomics training for the computer-based “athlete.” Bill graduated with his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy (MSPT) from the Joint Program in Physical Therapy at University of California, San Francisco/San Francisco State University. His undergraduate studies were completed at San Diego State University (BA, Physical Education with an Emphasis in Athletic Training). Other interests and experiences include participation in competitive bicycle racing, outrigger canoeing, intercollegiate basketball and football, and high school varsity level baseball, football and basketball.

Female Athlete ACL Injury: The role of physical therapy in providing a safe return to activity

This is part 1 of a 2 part series.

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury is a very common and extremely debilitating injury occurring in both male and female athletes. Unfortunately, due to various factors, female athletes are much more likely to suffer injury to the ACL. Studies suggest that female athletes are four to six times more likely to injure their ACL than male counterparts taking part in similar activities. Various theories exist as to why females are at greater risk, including non-modifiable (e.g., wider bony pelvic anatomy, hormonal factors) and modifiable risk factors.

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Benefits of Active Release Technique (ART) in the Orthopedic Patient

Active Release Technique

Active Release Technique (ART) is a patented soft tissue mobilization technique that addresses dysfunction of the soft tissue in the body, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and fascia. The ART practitioner uses his or her hands to palpate abnormal tissue, and using compression and tension applied manually (with the hands), moves the patient’s body in specific movement patterns to allow stretching or gliding to occur at a targeted tissue. Generally, the goal of treatment is to allow tissue that may be adhered or shortened to move freely or achieve its normal length or resting tension.

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Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain: One size does NOT fit all!

Low Back PainAs a physical therapist, I often interact with patients who on their initial visit will comment, “I need exercises for my back” or “I just need to get my back stronger.” Although exercise and increased strength are vital in low back health, a common misconception is that low back pain is a homogenous entity, essentially the same from one individual to the next. I frequently use the analogy of a patient with chest pain being seen in the Emergency Room. If every patient that was seen for chest pain were treated for a heart attack, how successful would that treatment be? How would the patient with gastric reflux or a collapsed lung respond to medications, or even surgery, to treat blockage of the arteries of the heart? Obviously, the answer is “not very well.” As we expect physicians to realize that there are many different causes (and treatments) for chest pain, physical therapists also are increasingly aware that not all back pain responds favorably to the same treatment techniques or exercise.

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