Special Tests: What’s Causing My Elbow Pain?

In our last post we introduced the use of special tests for diagnosis. We explained shoulder special tests, but this week we’ll be going over the elbow. There are many ligaments and muscles that attach to the elbow. The use of special tests can help pinpoint the structure that’s causing the elbow pain. If you […]

Special tests are tests done by clinicians, like physical therapists, to help determine or confirm a diagnosis. If a patient comes in with shoulder pain, special tests can help physical therapists differentiate between possible diagnoses with similar symptoms.  There are many different types of special test used in the clinic. We broke down some commonly […]

Temperatures have started to drop and winter sport season is upon us! For many, this means bundling up and getting out on the mountain! However, when it comes to snowboarding, what does it take to have a great season? Let’s talk about that it takes and how to prepare for snowboarding like pros do. Unfortunately, […]

The weather has started to change and you might feel your motivation changing with it. However, cold weather doesn’t have to put an end to your workout regime. In fact, there are many benefits of working out during the winter! The right layering and cold-weather protection might be just the push to get back out […]

The ability to outrun the competition is a hallmark of most athletic performance. We often hear the term ‘speed’ being used when describing someone’s outstanding physical performance. However, it is important to know there is more to athletic performance than just speed. There are actually three different aspects that create superb athletic and physical performance: […]