Posts by Dr. Marc Robinson, PT, DPT
POLICE Vs. RICE for ankle sprains: Which is better?
Have you ever sprained your ankle? You know the old adage RICE? Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation? Well, I am here to tell you there is a new sheriff in town. Evidence is showing that for soft tissue injury we should be following the POLICE protocol. Protection, Optimal Loading, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Why the…
Read MoreWhy is your knee still swollen after ACL surgery?
If you are more than 6 months into healing from an ACL surgery and are still frustrated by ongoing swelling, limited mobility, and pain, you are not alone. Most recoveries from an ACL surgery go well beyond the 6-8 month mark, but it’s important to understand why this is and how you can help facilitate…
Read MoreHow long does it take for your ankle to heal after surgery?
The ankle joint is frequently injured in active, or even non-active populations. Whether participating in athletics, having a fall, or simply rolling your ankle while walking, most people will experience some injury of the foot or ankle in their lifetime. Due to the fact that there are many ligamentous structures around the ankle joint and…
Read MorePhysical Therapy vs. Surgery for Meniscus Tears: What Should You Do?
When you think of a knee injury, particularly a meniscus tear, your mind might jump immediately to surgery. However, growing research consistently shows that surgery specifically for the meniscus has no long term benefits or superiority to conservative treatment options.1 When it comes to conservative treatment, physical therapy is one of the top options. A…
Read MoreHow to Heal a Torn Meniscus Naturally
Over 510,000 meniscectomies were performed in the United States in 2014. If you’re thinking that sounds like a lot, you’re right! Especially since this type of surgery can lead to complications later in life. But oftentimes we can heal a torn meniscus naturally without surgery and still alleviate our pain while regaining our mobility and…
Read MoreWhat can you do to strengthen your knee 6 months post-ACL surgery?
Six months ago you had an ACL reconstruction. After surgery, you were walking around with a knee brace and crutches. Several weeks later, you started physical therapy. It hurt to bend and straighten your knee for months and you probably wanted to skip your physical therapy appointments to avoid the pain. But, you pushed through…
Read MoreWhat is post-rehab?
Our post-rehab program is your next step after finishing physical therapy or when physical therapy doesn’t help you fully recover. After an injury occurs, muscles get weak and deconditioned very quickly due to pain or disuse. Your doctor may refer you to see a physical therapist for rehab. Insurance-based physical therapy may help you get…
Read MoreWhat to expect with foot/ankle rehab after removal of a walking boot
After spending between 1-3 months with your foot in a CAM walker (boot), you might be eager to get back to the things you love doing, whether that’s running, dancing, or playing with your kids. But the work isn’t over yet. Now begins 2-3 months of rehabilitation to restore the motion and strength in your…
Read MoreWhy is the biopsychosocial (BPS) model the missing link to long-lasting injury recovery?
The biopsychosocial model (BPS) provides you with a sustainable solution to managing pain and injury. As the name suggest there are three components of the biopsychosocial model: Biological Psychological Social These three components are part of Evercore’s approach to managing pain and injury. If one part is missing, then it becomes more challenging to reduce…
Read MoreHow can you avoid lower back pain when sitting?
Do you feel lower back pain when sitting long hours at the office? Several of my clients have literally burst into tears because they didn’t expect to spend most of their life sitting in front of a computer all day. How are many hours do you sit in one day? Now, add up the hours…
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