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Sports injuries
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Hamstring Injury Prevention in Soccer Players
Jul 9
In the world of soccer, there are many factors that play into the prevention of injury. Not only has the research investigated and dissected the importance of a proper...
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“Sticking” to the facts – Dry Needling Not Effective for Knee Pain
Jun 12
With all the hype surrounding the fad of dry needling one would assume it is very effective. However, when you look at the quality, scientific research (and no, we...
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4 Easy Exercises to Improve Ankle Stability (and Reduce Injury)!
May 1
One of the most prevalent injuries seen in sports is an ankle sprain. Whether you play volleyball, baseball, softball, basketball, football, or soccer, it can be a common injury....
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When is an X-Ray Necessary after an Ankle Sprain?
Feb 6
You just rolled your ankle during practice and it swells immediately, leaving you in pain and wondering, "Do I have a fracture or is this just a sprain?"
Ankle sprains...
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How Ethan Made it Back to Baseball- An OPTI Comeback Story
Jan 17
“I really enjoyed working and getting to know Sara. She helped me learn new ways to throw and how to listen to my body more.” Ethan McCormick
Being sidelined from...
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Battling Back to Tae Kwon Do and CrossFIT
Sep 5
OPTI’s Ninja Warrior: David Shares His Comeback Story
David Ramcharan has battled back from injuries that could have kept him from returning to Tae Kwon Do and CrossFit. But, David...
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How to Improve Your Chances of Making A Penalty Kick in Soccer
Aug 23
OPTI Soccer Science:
Temporal links to Performing Under Pressure in International Soccer Penalty Shootout
We all know how much pressure there is during a penalty shootout. Avoiding the stress and anxiety...
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Mike’s Comeback Story!
Aug 9
Mike Thiem is no stranger to injury. In fact, when you look at his medical history, it appears he is good friends with it! Fortunately for us at Omaha Physical...
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How To Use the Cool Down for Injury Prevention
Jul 31
Improving Neuromuscular Efficiency through a Cool Down is Key with Injury Prevention
Sometimes all you want to do after a soccer game or practice is sit on the ground and...
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Paul’s Comeback to Soccer After an Ankle Sprain
Jul 3
Determined to Get Back to the Field: Paul's Comeback Story
Paul Devine, 2001 Sporting Omaha FC Elite soccer player, has fought his way back to the field! After suffering a...
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OPTI’s SoccerFIT Medically Based Soccer-Specific Conditioning Program
Jun 21
SoccerFIT
The OPTI Comeback Club SoccerFIT Program is geared towards former OPTI patients who are training for college soccer but is also open to high school aged athletes (if space...
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Recommended Pitch Counts for Youth Baseball
Jun 14
Recommendations from USA Baseball Regarding Pitch Counts for Youth Players
Based upon its expertise and review of existing studies, the USA Baseball Medical & Safety Advisory Committee makes the following...