Lou Fratto 
Imagine your shoulder joint as nature’s engineering: a tennis ball balanced precariously on a golf tee. This very design, while offering an impressive range of motion, doesn’t come without its drawbacks. The stability of this ‘ball and socket’ joint hinges significantly on the muscles surrounding it, especially the rotator cuff, tasked with a monumental responsibility. … Read more
With every jump, every dash across the court, that familiar ache in your knee makes itself known, right? That relentless pain that’s slowly becoming the main player in your basketball journey. I understand how it feels when what you love doing most starts to feel like a burden. The fear creeps in – what if … Read more
Have you been battling with lower back pain that’s been robbing you if your sleep, affecting your mood, and taking a toll on your life. It’s more than just discomfort; it’s an agonizing pain that keeps you awake at night, leaving you tired and irritable during the day. The sleepless nights have led to arguments … Read more
Have you been living with excruciating back pain, and it’s taking away the simple pleasures of life? Everyday tasks like cleaning the dishes, vacuuming the house, or even cooking a meal for your family have become monumental challenges. The pain has reached a point where it’s no longer just a physical struggle; it’s affecting your … Read more
Have you ever heard of shockwave therapy? It’s a groundbreaking approach in physical therapy that uses shock waves to stimulate healing in injured tissue. This non-invasive method has become a beacon of hope for those suffering from chronic pain, offering a chance to reclaim their lives without resorting to surgery. Living with constant pain is … Read more
Imagine the excitement of planning your dream vacation. You’ve envisioned the adventures, the relaxation, and the joy of exploring new destinations. But have you considered the physical demands such journeys entail? Was your last vacation dampened by preventable pains and injuries, did you have your fun cut short due to pain or discomfort while traveling … Read more
A patient that I was treating for shoulder rotator cuff syndrome would complain about mid-thoracic pain while she was getting up from lying on the treatment table. So at one of her sessions, while she was lying there, I taught her kegel exercises to help her engage her pelvic floor. I also had her press … Read more
This sounds strange, and in fact, very few physical therapists (PTs) have this training. Most clinicians avoid this small part of the spine, that many refer to as the “tail boneâ€, and only address it when it’s fractured. However, a PT who’s skilled in applying manual therapy to this “keystone structure†(Greg Johnson 2020 CBI … Read more
You Are Not Your Thoughts The mind can be a powerful tool, but if you allow it to be your master, you will likely experience much difficulty. Philosophers, religious leaders, and wise grandparents have been teaching this for thousands of years. However, what does this mean? What does this have to do with physical therapy? … Read more
One of my physical therapy professors summed up the answer to this question perfectly. She taught us that in your 20’s and early 30’s, you can play your sport to stay in shape, but as you get older, you need to stay in shape to play your sport. It’s a fact of life, that as … Read more
