Physical Therapy, Sports Performance, and Wellness

Orthopedic Disorders and Treatment » Hip

Hamstring Tendinosis

by Lyle McKissick PT, DPT, May 12, 2014

What is hamstring tendonosis? The hamstring muscles are comprised of three primary muscles; the biceps femoris (lateral hamstring), and the two inner hamstrings muscles, the semimembranosus and semitendinosus muscles. The hamstring muscles are responsible for the bending of the knee, like stepping into a car, and pushing your body forward as your leg moves back […][ More... ]

Femoral Acetabular Impingement

by Nancy Harris, MSPT, March 18, 2014

What is Femoroacetabular Impingement? Most recently FAI has been recognized as a cause of hip pain. FAI can be a source of hip pain at any age. FAI occurs when the femoral head and acetabulum have an abnormal contact, resulting in damage to the labrum/and or acticular cartilage, as well as limited range of motion […]

[ More... ]

Osteoarthritis Of The Hip

by Nathan Lilley PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS, February 11, 2014

What Is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is the leading cause of disability in the USA. It is estimated that 1 out of 3 adults will suffer from arthritis. By definition osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease (DJD) is a progressive disorder involving inflammation and degradation of the articular or hyaline cartilage on the ends of bones in […]

[ More... ]