Rehab after a Separated Shoulder

Exercises for a Separated Shoulder We have an active, goal-oriented population here at SSOR and of course, our folks get injured doing activities they love, but also during normal daily life.  One injury that we see from time to time is a separated shoulder.  A separated shoulder is a painful injury and can significantly restrict […]

Pre-Operative Exercises for Knee Surgery

Should You Do Pre-Operative Rehab Before Knee Surgery? We see many people before knee surgery for what we like to call “prehab,” or rehab exercises to prepare you for surgery.  There is evidence to support better outcomes in those that do physical therapy and/or exercises before knee surgeries like ACL reconstruction or total knee replacement.  […]

How to Treat a Pulled Muscle

DIY for a Pulled Muscle We have an active, results-oriented population here at SSOR.  Our patients are competing in many different activities, whether it’s recreationally, competitively, or just to stay in shape.  Elite athletes pull muscles just like “regular Joe’s” do.  The difference is that many regular Joe’s don’t have their sport as their job! […]

Golf after Rotator Cuff Repair

When Can You Golf After Rotator Cuff Repair? We have a results-oriented population here at SSOR and our clientele expect to be as functional or better than they were prior to surgery.  Our patients are active and want to live an active lifestyle when formal rehab is complete.  Rotator cuff repairs are a common procedure […]

Household Items That Sub for Weights

No Weights at Home? Household Items Work! Home exercise programs are essential and an integral part of each and every patient that walks through the door here.  Whether it’s stretching, mobility exercises, strengthening, daily activity modifications, or any combination of the above, our ideal patients take ownership of their problem and look to us to […]

Stretching for Pitchers

Two Stretches All Pitchers Should Do We see lots of general position players and pitchers here at SSOR for various injuries.  According to data from the STOP Sports Injuries organization, there has been a fivefold increase in shoulder and elbow surgeries since the year 2000 and the American Sports Medicine Institute has presented some sobering […]

Heel Pain on the Inside of the Foot?

Heel Pain: Plantar Fasciitis Spikes During Warm Weather Warm weather brings a spike in patients complaining of medial heel pain from plantar fasciitis.  As sure as the seasons change, so too does this aggravating condition that makes every step hurt.  The increased use of flip-flops and sandals leads to the spike in heel pain and […]

Things to Consider Before ACL Surgery

5 Questions To Answer Before ACL Surgery We have a results-oriented population here at SSOR so because of that, we see tons of patients here that tore their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in their knee.  We’ve heard just about every possible reason why people tear their ACL, some benign, others the results of sports activities.  […]

Teens Athletes & Nutritional Supplements

Should Your Teenager Take Supplements? We get asked lots of questions from athletes and parents about various products to help their son or daughter improve performance or get a little extra benefit from all their hard work in the weight room.  They think being a little faster or a little stronger will make them a […]

Difference Between Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, & Personal Trainer

What’s the Difference Between Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, & Personal Trainers? Note: This post was written by one of our PT students, Kaitlyn Douglas, SPT, ATC, CSCS from KU Medical Center.  Kaitlyn has a comprehensive background in all three fields and offers a well-rounded perspective on physical therapists, athletic trainers, and personal trainers.  Thanks Kaitlyn! […]

Avascular Necrosis of the Hip

Avascular Necrosis: Another Cause of Hip Pain Note: SSOR wants to thank Dr. Scott Wingerter of Dickson-Diveley Orthopaedics for this guest post on avascular necrosis.  SSOR firmly believes collaborative efforts between physician and physical therapist is integral to continuity of care and the maximization of outcomes.  Learn more about Dr. Wingerter here, or call (913)319-7600 […]

6 Things I Have Learned as a Legal Expert

6 Ways for PT’s and ATC’s to Avoid Getting Sued Note: A great majority of SSOR’s blogs are written by Dan Lorenz, and this particular one is as well.  However, it is written in first person due to his experience with being a legal expert.  Over the last several years, I have had the opportunity […]