The Biering-Sorensen test is used for evaluating the isometric endurance of the hip and back extensor muscles. It is a great tool for predicting if a patient/client is at risk for nonspecific lower back pain. This can also act as an important training tool before someone begins a program that involves deadlifting. The two […]
Join Vertex and Run with a Purpose What? MuckFest MS, a 5km Obstacle Course Race (OCR) with over 17 obstacles. Visit www.MuckFestMS.com for more info. Where? Concord Speedway 7940 U.S. Hwy 601 South Concord, NC 28025 (Less than 2 hours from Vertex) When? Saturday, May 6, 2017 Why? The “MS” part of MuckFest […]
Quick video of Dr. Faile experimenting with Donnie Thompson’s sissy squat variation. One of the reasons why we like this for patellofemoral pain patients is because it allows for a more vertical shin (which = less patellofemoral compression) and you get the added close chained terminal knee extension moment at the top.
1. Hip Flexor Pulse a. Purpose: Improves strength in hip flexors, especially Iliopsoas, to increase leg height. This exercise works best in combination with stretching the hamstrings to allow greater mobility and active range of motion. b. How to do: start sitting with legs extended and leaning back on hands. Perform a posterior pelvic […]
How many times have you been given a phrase by a physician that, perhaps, wasn’t phrased as well as it could be? “You’ve got a time bomb in your chest” or “I don’t know how you’re walking around with that spine!” As I venture through all the information that’s required in my Orthopedic Residency, this […]
Patients with concussions or Mild traumatic brain injury often complain of stress and have been shown to possess higher plasma cortisol levels. Vitamin C supplementation has been shown to decrease cortisol which is commonly known as the “stress hormone”. A 1500mg daily dose of oral Vitamin C may decrease the production of the the adrenal […]
This is a quick video of a runner who was experiencing an acute bout of plantar fasciitis. This treatment was successful when combined with joint and soft tissue mobility, as well as heavy slow resistance.
Omega 3-6-9 and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may be beneficial in patients with concussions by serving not only as a vascular and neuroprotectant but by enhancing the repair process of damaged brain cells. In fact, dietary supplementation with DHA increases serum levels and, if given prior to concussion or Mild TBI, it may reduce the injury […]
We are pleased to announce that Vertex PT Specialists is now an Evidence In Motion (EIM)preferred host site for Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency. You can apply here: www.evidenceinmotion.com/educational-offerings/course/orthopaedic-physical-therapy-residency/
