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Volleyball Specific Exercises

08/12/22

Training like you play is important for decreasing the risk for injury but also maximizing your performance. Below are some different exercises that address activation patterns that are required in volleyball that volleyball athletes can incorporate into their workouts or warm-ups! If you have any questions or need volleyball specific physical therapy services, call Omaha Physical Therapy Institute today!…

Injury Reduction in Volleyball Players

06/05/22

The purpose of this blog is to provide players, coaches, trainers, and sports-related providers with evidence-based injury reduction strategies for volleyball players. Both acute and overuse injuries are common among volleyball players, specifically involving the shoulder, knee, ankle, and wrist. Common injuries that are often seen with participation in volleyball include: ankle sprains, patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee), and shoulder overuse…

Pre-Activation Circuit for Dancers

04/20/22

Here is a pre-activation circuit for dancers based off the most current research. This can be implemented before class or competitions. Research suggests performing this at least 3 days/week in order to decrease the risk of injury. Pre-Activation Circuit for Dancers WARM-UP 1. Forward jogging 2. Backward jogging 3. High knees 4. Butt kicks 5. Walking open/close gate with hip…

Can a Proper Warm Up Reduce Injuries in Dancers?

04/20/22

Pre-Activation Warm-Up and Skilled Training Program Associated with Reduced Risk of Injury Among Dancers We have a lot of dancers that we evaluate and treat for overuse injuries. Most injuries among dancers involve the lower extremity and low back. Research shows that dance-related injuries are often due to muscular fatigue, muscular imbalances, loading intolerances, and balance deficits from an inadequate…

What is Sarcopenia and Why Should I Care?

04/03/22

Sarcopenia is a term that means “age-related muscle loss,” and can be a factor in predicting frailty and fall risk in older adults. It can lead to a DECREASE in performance and strength, but also other critical body functions: fighting inflammation, hormone regulation, and absorption of nutrients. Sarcopenia can be caused by not just the normal aging process, but also…

The Benefits of Strength Training

03/10/22

Strength training can be an essential component to keeping your body healthy and your mind happy. There has been a lot of research, especially in the most recent years, on the importance of adding strength training into your daily routine! We were going to write a whole blog on the benefits of strength training but then we came across this…

What Causes Muscle Cramping?

11/03/21

Many people experience muscle cramping during or after exercise which can be uncomfortable and alarming. A muscle cramp is a sudden, involuntary contraction of the muscle that can last for seconds or for minutes. Whether it’s a small muscle cramp or full body cramping, there isn’t an exact reason proven yet as to the cause of it. However, there are…

How to Get In and Out of A Car After Knee Surgery

09/24/21

Listed below is a step-by-step approach on how to safely and efficiently get in and out of your car following knee surgery (on the passenger side). You can modify your car seat position as needed to make this an easier process. Having another person to assist will maximize your safety. Getting into car: 1. Back up to the car so…

Get Moving…A Little More!

08/06/21

Do you feel like you haven’t been moving enough? Have you been cooped up inside too much, working from home, not getting out of the house as much anymore? For a lot of the general population, the amount of movement significantly decreased with the onset of the pandemic and people being more confined to their homes. Even though some of…

Staying Fit in the “Off” Season

05/31/21

With spring soccer season winding down and summer try-outs approaching, some of your coaches may give you a few weeks off. Although you may be “off” from scheduled practices and events, an athlete is never truly “off.” While it is SO IMPORTANT to take days off for your body to recover from the wear and tear of the season, it…