Nearly every search result about shock absorption in running focuses on what shoes you wear. If you’ve ever looked it up yourself, you know what we’re talking about. Athletic shoe companies have pumped us full of effective marketing strategies convincing us that cushioned shoes are the answer to all our shock absorption needs in running.… Continue reading Shock Absorption in Running (It’s Not Your Shoes — It’s the Biomechanics)
We often take the shoulder for granted; from movements as simple as a shrug to a high velocity baseball pitch, the shoulder is a wildly capable joint essential to our everyday movement. (It actually has the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body!) What’s unfortunate is that we don’t always acknowledge how… Continue reading The Importance of Shoulder Mobility (and How to Assess It)
If you’re a runner, you’ve likely lived firsthand the unique bond that comes with running as a sport — there’s that unparalleled appreciation for hitting the road, finding your stride, and finding escape through running. But to have that world suddenly interrupted by injury is shocking, to say the least. To make matters even more… Continue reading Is Running Safe After Meniscus Surgery?
For many athletes (and for most sports), speed is one of the most sought-after athletic qualities. Whether it be the speed of a swimmer completing laps in the pool or the quick-footed agility of a soccer player, it’s no question that speed garners high praise from athletes and spectators alike. Consider the element of speed… Continue reading The 4 Main Phases of Sprinting Mechanics
Knee pain and injury can happen during anything from high-intensity sports to many everyday activities — the knee is, after all, a pretty fundamental part of our movement. And depending on the severity of the injury that occurs, sometimes the safest solution is to opt for surgery. While surgical procedures aren’t anyone’s favorite option,… Continue reading Pain After Knee Surgery: Quadriceps Avoidance (What It Is and How to Correct It)
Okay, athletes. The time has come for another MAJOR milestone in your rehabilitation training… At your 9th month of rehab, you’ll be at just about the lowest point of risk for ACL failure and reinjury! (There’s still, of course, always some risk of injury, but you’ve rehabilitated to a point where your risk levels are… Continue reading ACL Rehabilitation Timeline: Month Nine and Onwards
Welcome to month 8 of ACL rehabilitation — about 3/4ths of the way through your recovery! As you continue to progress through these last few months of training, you’ve probably been experiencing both improvement and impatience with wanting to get back to your sport. And trust us, we get it; the further along you are… Continue reading ACL Rehabilitation Timeline: Month Eight
When you hear the word “biomechanics,” what’s the first thing you think of? …Not the easiest question to answer, huh? Perhaps it’s not something everyone can answer immediately, but it’s certainly something people have asked lots about. And rightfully so — the world of biomechanics is vast and complex, and there’s plenty to explore when… Continue reading What Are Biomechanics? (And Why Do They Matter?)
If you’ve ever looked for guidance on running form, chances are, you’ve probably heard of a little something called overstriding. It’s one of the most common and notorious running issues out there… yet very few runners fully understand what it is and what it means for their running gait. Countless magazines and blogs discuss the… Continue reading How to Identify, Understand, and Fix Overstride in Running Form
Most runners have probably heard that hip extension is really important for running form and speed… but no one’s really explained why that’s the case. Naturally, it leads to a hunt for a detailed breakdown of all the “why’s” and “how’s”, and actionable steps towards achieving that optimal running form. Well, hunt no further. Not… Continue reading The Science Behind Triple Extension for Faster, More Efficient Running Form
At Competitive Edge, we provide more personalized physical therapy to help you get to a place where you’re thriving –– not just surviving.
From the San Jose Earthquakes to endurance athletes and everyone in between, we use specialized training backed by scientific and technology-driven techniques to see exactly what’s wrong and keep you going strong. Our doctors of physical therapy will implement more focused and effective treatments tailored to your body and your goals.
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