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Why Avoiding Physical Therapy Only Hurts You

by truesport | Oct 25, 2017 | Baltimore Physical Therapy, Returning to Sports, Sports Specific Rehabilitation

The fact is that not taking advantage of physical therapy will only hurt you, so it is important that you take the time to look into it before making a final decision of any kind. If you have been injured as a result of playing a certain sport or some physical activity, physical therapy can help speed up the healing process and get you onto the road to recovery faster than anything else.

How You Can Avoid Germs at the Gym

by truesport | Oct 20, 2017 | Baltimore Physical Therapy, Returning to Sports

Not everybody has the best gym etiquette when it comes to sanitary practices… but that’s no excuse for you not to be on top of it! Help yourself and others avoid gym-related illness with these simple tips.

The 4 Most Common Running Injuries and Their Risk Factors

by truesport | Sep 17, 2017 | Back Injury, Baltimore Physical Therapy, Knee Injury, Returning to Sports, Sports Rehabilitation Techniques

Running has a surprising level of injury associated with the sport, despite the lack of any contact or collision elements. Sometimes a runner can become their own enemy – don’t let this happen to you! Learn the risk factors of common running injuries so that you can work to avoid them.

How to Handle a Sports-Related Knee Injury

by truesport | Sep 10, 2017 | Knee Injury, Returning to Sports, Sports Specific Rehabilitation

Knee injuries are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries suffered by athletes across all age groups. As more and more young athletes have become enrolled in high-performance sports programs over the last decade the incidence of serious knee injury has risen significantly. Fortunately, thanks to advancements in both surgical and therapeutic procedures in this same time window the recovery window has been shortened while the likelihood of a successful recovery from major knee injury has risen as well.

Getting the Most Out of Your Outpatient Rehabilitation

by truesport | Sep 4, 2017 | Baltimore Physical Therapy, Sports Rehabilitation Techniques

If you require outpatient rehabilitation for any reason, it is very important that you know how to get the very most out of it. There are a number of things that you will need to keep in mind so that you do not simply waste both your time and money. As long as you know how to get the most out of your outpatient rehabilitation, you will be able to start healing faster than you ever thought possible.

Why True Sports Physical Therapy is Right For You

by truesport | Aug 31, 2017 | Baltimore Physical Therapy, Returning to Sports, Sports Rehabilitation Techniques, Sports Specific Rehabilitation

Physical therapy can be extremely important for many athletes and for a number of reasons. There are many different physical therapists to choose from in Baltimore, including True Sports, which is an extremely popular option for many athletes. If you are currently in need of physical therapy or know someone who is, you’ll definitely want to keep reading!

Blood Flow Restriction Training – Your New Secret Weapon

by truesport | Aug 22, 2017 | Baltimore Physical Therapy, Elbow Injury, Knee Injury, Returning to Sports, Sports Rehabilitation Techniques

If you follow us on Facebook or Instagram you've more than likely seen some of our posts about a new service we're offering at True Sports Physical Therapy - blood flow restriction training. BFR Training or "tourniquet training" is a revolutionary recovery technique...

What Can I Expect After Rotator Cuff Surgery?

by truesport | Aug 15, 2017 | Baltimore Physical Therapy, Returning to Sports, Shoulder Injury, Sports Specific Rehabilitation

Are you getting rotator cuff surgery? Not sure what to expect? We’ve got your covered – check out our quick guide to life after rotator cuff surgery. It’s not as bad as you’d think!

Are You Neglecting Your Hips?

by truesport | Aug 9, 2017 | Baltimore Physical Therapy, Knee Injury, Sports Rehabilitation Techniques

If you’re like many amateur athletes, you’re neglecting your hips when it comes to training. The hips are a major power center and also a major stabilizer – only a fool would ignore them!