A recent research article looked at outcomes after rotator cuff repair based on loss of motion. The post Does Stiffness Lead to Better Outcomes After Rotator Cuff Repair? appeared first on Mike Reinold.
How Massage Therapy Can Improve Sleep Quality: An Evidence-Based Guide Sleep is a cornerstone of physical and mental well-being. Yet, for millions of people worldwide, poor sleep quality remains a nightly battle. From insomnia to chronic sleep disturbances, insufficient or disrupted rest can have profound consequences on health. Fortunately, one increasingly recognized intervention is using […]
The Role of Exercise in Injury Prevention Injuries are an inevitable part of life, whether you’re an elite athlete, weekend warrior, or simply navigating daily activities. While injury can feel like a setback, it is often a gateway to improved health and performance when managed with the right approach. At the heart of both prevention […]
How to objectively quantify strength after ACL reconstruction without an isokinetic machine. The post Do You Need Isokinetic Testing? appeared first on Mike Reinold.
elinaxx1v/Shutterstock What do you get when a group of podiatrists (and shoe lovers) team up with a Barbie doll collector? A huge opportunity to explore how Barbie reflects changes in the types of shoes women wear. It all started with the blockbuster Barbie movie in 2023. In particular, we discussed a scene when Barbie was […]
How to deal with stiffness of the knee after MCL repair with internal brace augmentation. The post Knee MCL Repair with Internal Brace appeared first on Mike Reinold.
Smileus/Shutterstock As temperatures rise and sandals make their seasonal debut, our feet step into the spotlight. But summer presents challenges that make foot care especially important. Heat, sun exposure and the temptation to go barefoot can lead to dry, cracked heels – leaving feet feeling uncomfortable. The good news? A few simple habits can keep […]
Osteopathy encompasses a range of health treatment practices and principles. The beauty of this is that osteopathic techniques are holistic and person-centred, focused on long-term solutions for pain management. Some techniques and approaches seen in chiropractic care, physiotherapy, and massage therapy can overlap with osteopathic methods. However, osteopathy is grounded in its own distinct principles […]
How to rehabilitate oblique injuries in baseball players. The post Oblique Injuries in Baseball Players appeared first on Mike Reinold.
Understanding Sciatica: What It Is, Why It Hurts, and How We Heal Sciatica, also known as lumbar radiculopathy, occurs when a nerve root in the lower back becomes irritated or compressed. This typically affects the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body, which travels from the lumbar spine through the hips and down each […]