Entries by Brandon Vaughn
Concussion Nutrition (Part 1)
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 […]
EIM Orthopaedic Residency
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/
Assess your Mortality with the Sitting-Rising Test (SRT) AKA Brazilian Get Up Test
The Sitting Rising Test (SRT), originally developed in Brazil, is a simple measure of flexibility, strength, and balance that can predict who will live longer and whose lives will be cut short. To perform: 1. Stand in comfortable clothes, with your shoes off, and plenty clear space around you. 2. Without leaning […]
Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Biceps and Triceps
This is a sample super-set that I use as a finisher using the Occlusion Cuff for biceps and triceps hypertrophy.
2017 CrossFit Open
Good Luck to all of our friends and patients who are competing in the Open starting this week!
