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Why The Huddle is the Must-Attend Event of the Year for Sports Professionals

6 02, 2025

Why The Huddle is the Must-Attend Event of the Year for Sports Professionals

2025-02-06T09:20:40-07:00

When was the last time a conference truly transformed how you approach your work? The Huddle Sports Medicine Conference isn’t just about sitting in lectures, it’s about immersing yourself at the leading edge of sports medicine, where collaboration and actionable learning takes center stage.

Attendees describe it as a one-of-a-kind experience:

“Everyone here […]

Why The Huddle is the Must-Attend Event of the Year for Sports Professionals2025-02-06T09:20:40-07:00
30 01, 2025

How Sports Residencies Can Advance Your Career

2025-01-30T12:05:57-07:00

By: Kaitlyn Keyser, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC, CSCS

PT Students or PTs looking to elevate your practice, have you considered residency? Don’t know how or where to start?

We have advice to help you. We spoke with Kaitlyn Keyser, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC, CSCS, to learn about her decision to pursue a Sports Residency and how […]

How Sports Residencies Can Advance Your Career2025-01-30T12:05:57-07:00
23 01, 2025

Caring for the Competitive Dancer Who Never Stops

2025-01-27T17:29:08-07:00

By: Kimberly Wolf King, PT, DPT

If you’re a competitive dancer, you know there’s no such thing as an off-season. Competitions, classes, conventions, company rehearsals, master classes—it’s a constant, year-round cycle. And while you might love every moment of it, that non-stop grind can take a serious toll on your body.

Unlike other athletes, dancers don’t […]

Caring for the Competitive Dancer Who Never Stops2025-01-27T17:29:08-07:00
15 01, 2025

Why BIPOC Representation in Physical Therapy Matters

2025-06-04T12:38:47-07:00

By Stefanie Reid, MPT, DPT, Cert. DN, Cert. BFR

Spooner Buckeye Clinic Director Stefanie Reid, MPT, DPT, has built an impressive career in physical therapy spanning multiple decades. Despite her many titles, some of her most meaningful contributions have been to her community and the organizations she supports. As a member of […]

Why BIPOC Representation in Physical Therapy Matters2025-06-04T12:38:47-07:00
9 01, 2025

Why are ACL injuries in soccer so common?

2026-02-13T16:07:02-07:00

By: Nathan Suyematsu, PT, DPT

ACL injuries are a big challenge for soccer players. The quick stops, sudden direction changes, and explosive moves in soccer put a lot of stress on the knee. Add the chance of cleats sticking in the turf, and it is easy to see why ACL injuries are so common.

Fact to note: […]

Why are ACL injuries in soccer so common?2026-02-13T16:07:02-07:00
2 01, 2025

The Student-Athlete’s Guide to College Success

2025-01-02T10:28:36-07:00

By: Cassidy Hammons, PT, DPT

College presents a new level of challenges for athletes. It’s not just about practice and games anymore; it’s about finding a balance among various responsibilities. Athletes must juggle their academic commitments, relationships, and the transition to independent living, all while excelling in their sport. Unlike before, no one is there […]

The Student-Athlete’s Guide to College Success2025-01-02T10:28:36-07:00
26 12, 2024

7 Day Holiday Reset Challenge

2024-12-26T11:42:01-07:00

Happy holidays! We hope you are enjoying the magic of the season with family and friends! With just one week left in 2024, how about joining in on a fun and simple 7-day challenge? It’s a great way to help the body feel fantastic (and it can be done anytime!). These tips will help you […]

7 Day Holiday Reset Challenge2024-12-26T11:42:01-07:00
18 12, 2024

Track your physical therapy progress with VALD technology

2026-02-13T16:06:47-07:00

By: Nathan Suyematsu, PT, DPT

What is VALD, and how does it help Sports Rehab Recovery?

VALD is a technology that helps measure different aspects of strength and performance in athletes, especially after an injury or surgery. This system includes devices like the DynaMo, which measures how much force a muscle can produce, and ForceDecks, which […]

Track your physical therapy progress with VALD technology2026-02-13T16:06:47-07:00
12 12, 2024

Understanding Credentialing in Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy

2025-06-19T09:20:19-07:00

What is a DPT? What is a OTD/R? What is an FAAOMPT? When looking for a physical therapist, you might notice letters next to the provider’s name and wonder what it all means. These letters represent their credentials and show the kind of training and expertise they have. Understanding what these credentials mean can help […]

Understanding Credentialing in Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy2025-06-19T09:20:19-07:00
4 12, 2024

How does PT help Climbers?

2026-03-30T11:53:35-07:00

By: Carly Szemerey PT, DPT

When I first grabbed a pair of climbing shoes in 2016, I had no idea how much it would change my life. From outdoor adventures to indoor sessions, climbing quickly became more than a hobby—it became a passion. Now, as a physical therapist and fellow climber, I’ve turned that passion into […]

How does PT help Climbers?2026-03-30T11:53:35-07:00