Rest Isn’t Enough: The Gap Between “Healed” and “Ready” After Injury
Why young athletes need more than just time off to safely return to sports after ankle sprains, fractures, and lower body injuries. It’s pretty common around here: a young athlete…
Postmenopausal women going on a hike
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
Feeling lost during menopause? Learn how pelvic floor PT can help you improve joint pain, including hip and back pain, vaginal discomfort including pain and itching, and bowel and bladder concerns such as leakage and constipation.
Women Who Have Had a C-Section Can Find Relief From Urinary Urgency, Scar Discomfort, Back Pain and More With Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy.
Why Would I Need Pelvic PT After a C-Section? The rate of cesarean delivery in the United States is about 33%. There are many different reasons for a cesarean delivery…
The Achilles Tendon
Comprehensive Guide to Treating Chronic Tendon Pain: What Works and What Doesn’t
We often see patients referred for tendon pain that limits their participation in sports and other activities. Most treatments before seeing us involve stretching, taping, and rest, yet the problem…
How am I supposed to breathe when running?
Breathing Mechanics We should ideally be diaphragmatically breathing with daily tasks and exercises. The diaphragm is an umbrella shaped muscle that sits in the bottom of the rib cage just…
Return to Running
Return to Running We’ve finally reached the time of year with maximum sunshine, and everyone is looking to spend more time outside. Workouts tend to transition from indoor classes to…
Ankle Sprains: What You Need to Know
Ankle sprains are surprisingly common, accounting for 15% of sports injuries in the United States. Among them, lateral (on the outside) ankle sprains are the most frequent. If you've ever…
Spring Athletes: What Are You Missing?
Spring sports are just around the corner, and if you've been diligently training during the winter, good job! Strengthening your body and honing your skills are crucial preparations for the…
Let’s Talk About The Knee
Hi, I'm Dr. Drew Abatangelo, PT, SCS, OCS, and I’m a Physical Therapist with a passion for all things sports! I've dedicated myself to continuous education, earning additional board certifications…
I Have Seen Our Future and it Does Not Look Good
For those of you under the age 65: Listen up. I’ve treated about a thousand people over the age of 65 over the past 13 years. Based on what I’ve…