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Deep Hip Rotators – the “Rotator Cuff” of the Hip

Injuries/Surgeries, Physical Therapy Treatment, UncategorizedBy bosgbOctober 5, 2013

We hear a lot of talk about how important the rotator cuff of the shoulder is, but we don’t often hear about the deep rotators of the hip.  Similar to the shoulder joint, the hip is also a ball and socket joint.  This type of joint is great in that it allows for a large…

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Boston Bike Lanes: A Solution or Death Trap?

General Health, News & Announcements, UncategorizedBy bosgbOctober 4, 2013

by Michael J. Velsmid, DPT, MS   I have been thinking about this subject for years.  First, let me give you my perspective.  I have lived and worked in Boston since 1999.  I bike and have a child old enough to follow me around the city.  I also own and have ridden a motorcycle in the…

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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): What is it?

General Health, UncategorizedBy bosgbOctober 1, 2013

by Edward Lockwood, DPT Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that effects .5- 1 % of people in North American and Northern European. RA can have associated symptoms such as muscle weakness, fatigue, and can cause joint pain / inflammation. 1 Rheumatoid arthritis has been shown to cause decreased aerobic capacity, increased prevalence of cardiovascular…

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Understanding the Shoulder Capsule

General Health, News & Announcements, UncategorizedBy bosgbSeptember 27, 2013

by Andrew Provost, PT In the world of anatomy, the word capsule is defined as a tough sheath or membrane that encloses something in the body. In the treatment of athletic injuries, the shoulder’s capsule or covering can directly or indirectly be the cause of shoulder pain. When capsular tissue is pinched, it can cause…

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Guidelines to Travel – a Sports Medicine Perspective

Excercise Tips & Tools, News & Announcements, UncategorizedBy bosgbSeptember 25, 2013

by David Merson, DPT, ATC Travel is an inevitable part of life. Whether a short car drive or a long plane ride, for business or pleasure, traveling is almost sure to come with some discomforts. And if you’re in the middle of recovering from an injury, it is especially important to take some extra steps…

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The 4 Letter Words of Winter: Back & Snow

General Health, UncategorizedBy bosgbSeptember 20, 2013

A user’s guide to maintain spine health during snow removal by Andrew Provost, DPT Not trying to be the bearer of bad news, but the winter months are closer then we are willing to admit. With consideration for the heavy winter of last year, let’s be proactive and maintain good mechanics when removing snow this…

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Boston Sports Medicine is the Official Physical Therapy Provider for Boston Derby Dames

UncategorizedBy bosgbSeptember 17, 2013

Boston Sports Medicine is the Official Physical Therapy Provider for Boston Derby Dames March 22, 2013 by Rebecca Lingerfelt, DPT     We are proud to announce that Boston Sports Medicine is now the official physical therapy provider for the Boston Derby Dames Women’s Roller Derby League! What is roller derby and why should you…

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Knuckle Cracking: Good, Bad, or Just Annoying

General Health, UncategorizedBy bosgbSeptember 13, 2013

by Justin WU, DPT Does cracking my knuckles lead to arthritis? This is a question that has been asked, taught, and sought after for generations. When I was little my parents used to say, “stop cracking your knuckles, it’s bad for you.” Me, being young and obviously obedient, sort of obeyed. But now that I’m…

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The Shin Bone is Connected to the Thigh Bone

Physical Therapy Treatment, Stacy Choquette PTA, UncategorizedBy bosgbSeptember 6, 2013

by Stacy Choquette, PTA Why does my low back hurt if I have an injury in my knee?  I have heard this question along with many different versions regularly throughout my years as a PTA.  Why do other parts of our bodies become achy or painful when we have an injury in a different location? …

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Maintaining Fitness Into the Fall Season

Excercise Tips & Tools, Sara Bresnick PT, UncategorizedBy bosgbAugust 30, 2013

by Sara Bresnick, PT Sad to say, the summer is coming to an end.  Fall is a great time to be outside, but daylight is starting to noticeably dwindle.  I find that this is a time when many of my clients are having difficulty with motivation.  It is getting cooler, and darker, and people start…

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