The COVID-19 pandemic seems to have stopped much of the world. Once busy streets and shops are empty, activities are cancelled and you may not even be going to work. One thing that the virus has not stopped is pain and injury. Maybe you were seeing your PT when stay at home orders were issued.Continue reading “COVID-19 – Implications and Options”
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Big Toe, Big Problems
I know that I am not alone in having increased my frequency in running over the last several weeks as gyms have closed down. If you have ever been into Physical Therapy, or take pride in self education with training, than you know how important hip mobility and strength are. A great deal of emphasis,Continue reading “Big Toe, Big Problems”
Multiplanar Training
We all identify with or as something. I am a Runner. I am a Triathlete. I am a Baseball Player. I am a Surfer. I am a Weekend Warrior. I am an Engineer. I am a Financial Analyst. I am a Doctor. I am a Caretaker. I am a Parent. To identify with or asContinue reading “Multiplanar Training”
Ergonomics 101
A topic of great conversation, by and large these days, is of course social distancing and the subsequent statewide lockdown. While the impacts of this shutdown are far reaching, affecting individuals in variable personal ways, we all know still, that life must go on. Life has slowed down for many of us over the pastContinue reading “Ergonomics 101”
Are you in charge of your gluts?
Why are my Glutes Weak? We know that having strong gluteal muscles is important for athletes and in everyday life. These muscles help us stand up, walk, run, and jump. The glutes also help control the position of the hip and leg, allowing us to have proper stability and movement patterns. Most of usContinue reading “Are you in charge of your gluts?”
Strength Training for Endurance Athletes
WHY IS STRENGTH TRAINING IMPORTANT FOR ENDURANCE ATHLETES? We all know that the only way to get better at swimming, cycling and running, is to swim, ride and run regularly. So why isn’t that enough to improve performance? Well it is. The more you swim, bike and run, the faster you will be on raceContinue reading “Strength Training for Endurance Athletes”
End of Season Races
As the triathlon season winds down in the fall, you can find a number of awesome local events to compete in. This coming weekend brings the San Diego Triathlon Classic produced by local cycling and multisport shop Moment Cycle Sport. The Tiki Swim closes out September on the 30th and is produced by veteran triathletesContinue reading “End of Season Races”
Keep the Cookie Cutters in the Kitchen
Last week Gino had the opportunity to help a friend who was having some problems with his back. Actually this happens often when you’re a Physical Therapist, but this situation was a little different. Our friend was already going to a physical therapy clinic and had been seen for about two months. He had seenContinue reading “Keep the Cookie Cutters in the Kitchen”
Pain Free Running Clinic
Frustrated by nagging injuries that seen to pop up just as you start to ramp up your training and always appear to hold you back from reaching your next triathlon goal? Have you given up on how to run faster without getting injured? Confused by all the “information” out there on what is the “proper”Continue reading “Pain Free Running Clinic”
Acupuncture – help your healing
FunctionSmart is pleased to announce another wellness provider at our Sorrento Valley office. Hadar Elbaz, LAc is bringing her healing touch to patients in our office on Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment. While studying nursing, Hadar was inspired to seek out a more holistic approach to healing. As a result, she completed her studies atContinue reading “Acupuncture – help your healing”
