Patient Education
Knee pain after running?
Have you set some racing goals this year only to feel pain or discomfort in your knee(s) after training or racing? Don’t fret just yet. While pain is an indicator that something needs to be addressed, it does not necessarily mean you need to stop running altogether. Running is a high-impact exercise that places significant […]
阅读8 Efficient Exercises for Endurance Athletes
If you’re already training for an endurance sport, such as long-distance running or triathlon, chances are you are dedicating most of your training time to be very sport-specific, especially as you increase volume. However, this means you might be missing out on some crucial exercises that can help to not only improve performance, but more […]
阅读What is the AlterG?
And what is it used for in Physical Therapy? The AlterG, or anti-gravity treadmill, is one of our favorite machines at UP. Not only is it a very cool piece of equipment, but it also helps our patients to shorten recovery time, reduce energy risk and enhance athletic performance? (CBA player) So what is the […]
阅读Why a shoulder injury shouldn't mean surgery
A weight lifter and Dragon Boat Racer, when Salvatore injured his shoulder in the gym, he was hopeful that a little rest would solve the pain. But after a month without much resolve, he knew he had to take more measures to get back to his training. He had been to UP once before and […]
阅读Keeping a Physical Therapy Routine over the holidays
Over the holidays it can be hard to stick to any routine. Between long travel days, family visits, and just wanting to relax and take a break, it’s easy to set aside your regular routine to just focus on the present moment. And that’s okay! But if you’ve been going to physical therapy, there’s good […]
阅读Skiing and Snowboarding Injury Prevention
Planning to hit the slopes this season? If it’s been a while, or your first time, since you’ve hit the powder, it’s a good idea to prepare your body for the demands of the sport. Injuries to the knees, back and shoulders are common in winter sports like snowboarding and skiing [Skiing this winter? Why […]
阅读From heart attack to marathon finish
10 years ago, UP orthopedist Ethan Chen was running his first marathon in Taiwan – and collapsed 800 meters from the finish line. He had heat stroke – his body temperature measuring at 43°C and was thus immediately sent to the ICU for emergency treatment due to a resulting cardiac arrest. This past November, he decided to […]
阅读Which low-impact exercise is right for you?
If you are starting a fitness routine, managing a chronic condition, coming back from a post-operative procedure, or just looking for balance in your regular training, you might be considering low-impact exercises. What are low-impact exercises? Low-impact exercise refers to physical activity that avoids excessive strain on the joints – things like walking, swimming, cycling, […]
阅读What is Frozen Shoulder? And what can you do about it?
Are you dealing with stiffness, pain or a limited range of motion in the shoulder? ‘Frozen Shoulder’ or adhesive capsulitis is a condition which affects the shoulder and can be quite painful, as well as hard to detect if you’re not familiar with this syndrome. Affecting at least 5% of the population, Frozen Shoulder happens […]
阅读Marathon Ready? Get a CPET Test. Finish Safely with UP Clinic!
Marathon season is just around the corner, and if you’re planning a fall race, you are probably starting your training soon. For many people, running a marathon is not just about finishing in a certain time, it can quite simply be an opportunity to challenge oneself. That said, running a marathon is not an easy […]
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