Do you notice a horizontal fold across your upper belly, like in the photo? That’s a sign of upper abdominal gripping. It means when the upper abs stay tense and pull the upper belly inward, creating that visible crease. In Read more…
One of our clients felt discomfort on top of the right shoulder every time he did a shoulder press. We assessed and recorded his movement, and something caught our eyes. 👀 His right shoulder blade had limited upward rotation & protraction, and when Read more…
Last weekend, I, physical therapist Hiroya Kosaki, ran my first NYC Marathon. It was an unforgettable experience that reminded me why I love both running and helping others move better through physical therapy. The day started early. At 5:00 AM, Read more…
When tendons get stubborn, we bring out the big guns 💥 Meet our Intelect® RPW 2, using Radial Pressure Wave technology to kickstart your body’s healing process. Inside the handpiece, a small projectile creates high-energy acoustic pressure waves that spread through the tissue. These waves Read more…
Chronic Low Back Pain: What the Latest Evidence Says? Chronic low back pain is one of the most common issues we see in the clinic. By the time patients reach physical therapy, many have been in pain for years or even decades, Read more…
Patient Presentation and History A 25-year-old male presented with chronic pain and dysfunction associated with Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD). The initial injury occurred in 2023 while running, consistent with an overuse injury. The patient had been actively engaged in Read more…
“Tennis elbow” (lateral epicondylitis) isn’t just for tennis players! It’s irritation and pain around the outer elbow, often from repetitive wrist or forearm movements, not only racket sports. One golfer developed elbow pain after repeated swings and ball strikes on Read more…
Rehabilitation Ultrasound Imaging (RUSI) Many people find it hard to know if they’re really using the right deep core muscles during training since they can’t “feel” it the way a therapist’s hands can. That’s why ultrasound imaging is such a Read more…
Did you know Pilates was originally created by Joseph Pilates during World War I to help injured soldiers recover? Pilates is more than just exercise — it’s about controlled movement, body awareness, and building strength with proper alignment. Many physical Read more…
Post- Total Hip Replacement (THR) or Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) Recovery 🦵 One of our patients had a left total hip replacement (THR). After surgery, she was left with a long scar on the outside of her hip (the one Read more…
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