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Manual Therapy: An evidence-based treatment to relieve pain and improve function

julieadmin | July 19, 2024

Manual Therapy: An evidence-based treatment to relieve pain and improve function By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Manual therapy is one of the most widely used therapeutic solutions by physical therapists and chiropractors to treat pain and musculoskeletal disorders. Manual therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy or chiropractic delivered by the clinicians' [...]

Early Referral to Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain Reduces Cost, and Improves Outcomes

julieadmin | July 19, 2024

Early Referral to Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain Reduces Cost, and Improves Outcomes By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Low back pain (LBP) is a common and costly medical condition associated with significant physical pain, impaired function, and loss of productivity. LBP is the leading cause of disability in the US exceeding [...]

Spinal Joint Manipulation: An evidence-based treatment to relieve pain and improve function

julieadmin | July 12, 2024

Growth-Plate Injuries of the Shoulder and Elbow in Baseball and Softball Players

julieadmin | July 1, 2024

Growth-Plate Injuries of the Shoulder and Elbow in Baseball and Softball Players By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Are Growth-plate injuries common in youth and adolescent baseball and softball players? Growth-plate shoulder and elbow injuries are common in youth and adolescent baseball and softball players. The growth plate (epiphyseal plate or physis) is [...]

Physical Therapy: Exercise Therapy and Manual Therapy the Treatment of Choice for Osteoarthritis

julieadmin | June 11, 2024

Physical Therapy: Exercise Therapy and Manual Therapy the Treatment of Choice for Osteoarthritis By Dr. John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common disease of aging responsible for chronic disability among older adults with approximately 70 million (20% of the population) being affected currently in the United States alone. The prevalence [...]

Try Physical Therapy First! – Seeing a Physical Therapist First for Musculoskeletal Pain Improves Outcomes and Saves Money

julieadmin | May 21, 2024

By Dr. John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Why Should I See a Physical Therapist First Through Direct Access? Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or disorders affecting the body's movement or the musculoskeletal system, secondary to pain or limited function. These disorders cost the health care system over 800 billion dollars and are the second [...]

Baseball Performance: What can I expect during Rehabilitation following Tommy John Internal Brace Surgery?

julieadmin | May 15, 2024

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Tendonitis: Physical Therapy Improves Pain and leads to Early Return to Function

julieadmin | April 26, 2024

Tendonitis: Physical Therapy Improves Pain and leads to Early Return to Function By Dr. John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC In the US, there are over 33 million musculoskeletal injuries, with more than 50% involving tendon injuries. (James et al. J Hand Surg AM, 2008) More than 1,000 tendons in our body can […]

Baseball Pitching: What Causes a Baseball Pitcher to Throw Hard?

julieadmin | March 18, 2024

Baseball Pitching: What Causes a Baseball Pitcher to Throw Hard? By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC In baseball, it is often said that the pitcher has a strong arm. However, this phrase is a misnomer. Research clearly shows that the arm musculature (hand, forearm, and arm) contributes only about 20-25% of throwing velocity. (Gretchen […]

Knee ACL Injuries: Can we prevent them in our athletes? Part 1

julieadmin | February 13, 2024

Knee ACL injuries: Can we prevent them in our athletes? Part 1 By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Knee injuries account for up to 40% of all sports injuries, commonly occurring in soccer, basketball, lacrosse, skiing, football, and gymnastics (Nessier et al. 2017). Knee injuries are the most common cause of surgery in [...]