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Physical Therapy blog articles by EW Motion Therapy

Carrie Heidrich

Licensed Physical Therapist, PT, DPT // EW Motion Therapy Homewood

Physical Therapy

By: Carrie Heidrich
March 8th, 2024

Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries, impacting countless individuals regardless of their level of physical activity. Grade 1 ankle sprains are mild but require appropriate attention and care to ensure a quick and effective recovery. A Grade 1 ankle sprain occurs when there is slight stretching and damage to the ankle’s ligaments, typically the anterior talofibular ligament. Unlike more severe sprains, Grade 1 sprains do not involve significant tearing and are characterized by mild pain, swelling, tenderness, and possible instability.

Women's Health

By: Carrie Heidrich
November 11th, 2023

Motherhood brings a myriad of changes, both joyful and challenging. For the female athlete, returning to sport postpartum can seem like a mountain to climb. Knowing what symptoms you might experience and how to prepare your body for athletic activities is a crucial part of the journey back to your sporting life. In addition to self-care, enlisting the right team of professionals can make all the difference. Our women’s health team at EW Motion Therapy loves helping our postpartum athletes return to their sport safely and confidently. However, even if you decide that our services don’t fit your needs, you can still read on to learn more about symptoms postpartum female athletes experience, tips on preparing the body for a return to sport, and the best professionals to guide your journey toward improved performance.

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Run

By: Carrie Heidrich
October 6th, 2023

In the world of running, speed is often seen as the ultimate achievement. Whether you're a seasoned athlete aiming to shave off a few seconds from your personal best or a beginner striving to build your pace, running faster requires more than sheer determination. It demands a strategic approach, understanding your body, and seeking professional guidance. In this article, we will explore practical techniques for running faster while avoiding the pitfalls of overtraining.

Physical Therapy

By: Carrie Heidrich
October 2nd, 2023

Football is a sport that demands immense physicality and skill. Whether it's a quarterback launching a perfect spiral, a running back breaking tackles, or a defensive lineman sacking the opposing quarterback, the game significantly strains a player's body. As a result, football players are at a high risk of experiencing injuries and discomfort during their careers. A physical therapist can be an excellent resource to help any player get back on the field - we love utilizing sport-specific programming for our football players at EW Motion Therapy. You might decide that our physical therapy doesn’t fit your needs, but you can still read on as we explore football players’ common symptoms and injuries and how physical therapy plays a crucial role in keeping them on the field. We'll also explore how physical therapists collaborate with coaches and athletic trainers to create a winning player health and performance strategy.

Physical Therapy

By: Carrie Heidrich
September 15th, 2023

Stress fractures in the lower extremities can be a painful setback for anyone, from athletes to everyday individuals. These tiny cracks in bones result from repetitive stress and overuse, often causing discomfort and disrupting daily activities. Physical therapy can be essential for a speedy recovery and returning to your favorite activities - we love doing this for our athletes at EW Motion Therapy. Even if you decide that our physical therapy doesn’t fit your needs, you can read on as we delve into lower extremity stress fractures, exploring the risk factors that make some individuals more susceptible, the typical recovery timeline, and physical therapy’s crucial role in rehabilitation.

Physical Therapy

By: Carrie Heidrich
September 15th, 2023

Participating in sports and physical activities is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Athletes are admired for their dedication, endurance, and performance on the field. However, beneath the surface, a hidden issue affects many athletes – Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). This condition can significantly impact an athlete's health and performance, but with proper training and the right care team, any athlete can remain healthy and perform at their best. A physical therapist is often a fantastic ally to ensure your body’s tolerance of your sport - we help our athletes at EW Motion Therapy every day to perform at their best according to the demands of their sport. Even if you decide that our physical therapy isn’t right for you, you can still read on as we explore the symptoms of RED-S, who is most affected, the risk factors associated with the condition, and how physical therapy can play a vital role in its management and prevention.

Run

By: Carrie Heidrich
June 23rd, 2023

Most runners have a daily choice: hitting the road or hopping on a treadmill. Each offers its own set of benefits and potential risks. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your fitness journey, it's essential to understand the pros and cons of both choices. We recommend either option to our runners at EW Motion Therapy, depending on any existing medical conditions and their access to one or the other. Even if you decide our run program doesn't fit your needs, you can still read on as we explore the advantages and disadvantages of running on a treadmill versus running outdoors, helping you make an informed decision that suits your individual preferences and goals.

Run

By: Carrie Heidrich
April 28th, 2023

Running is an excellent way to improve your physical fitness and overall health. It's also an accessible activity that requires minimal equipment and can be done almost anywhere. But it can feel overwhelming when you start figuring out the routine and training intensity that works best for your body. How do you learn what works for you without getting hurt?

Physical Therapy

By: Carrie Heidrich
April 12th, 2023

Any baseball player knows how important it is to stay healthy and injury-free while playing, but sometimes injuries are unavoidable. One common injury for pitchers and overhead-throwing athletes that can happen over time is a partial or complete tear of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in your elbow. You have multiple treatment options, but whichever you choose, you should be back on the field with enough recovery time. A physical therapist can be a great specialist to help with that. Our team at EW Motion Therapy can create an individualized, sport-specific treatment plan for you to help build strength and improve mechanics in your throwing arm to get you back in the game. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on for our discussion of how UCL tears happen, how they affect baseball players, current treatment options and surgical interventions, and how physical therapy can help.

Run | Physical Therapy

By: Carrie Heidrich
March 28th, 2023

Getting injured is any athlete’s nightmare, especially when an injury can end your season. One of these season-ending injuries that are all too common is a torn ACL. You probably know a football or basketball player who had surgery to repair that ligament - it may even be you.