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Over recent decades, as more women participate in athletics and make fitness a regular part of their lives, we are also seeing a significant increase in the number of sports-related injuries suffered by women. In this video, Dr. Richard M. Grossman of Washington Orthopaedics &... Read More
A focus on physical therapy was the right solution for me By David L. When you think of severe knee injuries nowadays, images of football players and pro athletes often come to mind. However, I can tell you from personal—and very painful—experience that simply taking... Read More
Part Two In this second video of a two-part series, Dr. John Klimkiewicz of Washington Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine discusses several surgical procedures for the knee, in particular meniscus repair and cartilage regeneration, as well as rehabilitation and recovery goals and timelines. Dr. John... Read More
Knee injuries are a frequent occurrence for a wide variety of athletes—young and old, amateur and professional, male and female. In the first of two videos, Dr. John Klimkiewicz of Washington Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine introduces the basics of biologic knee preservation, including factors in... Read More
People of all ages can suffer a distal radius fracture (broken wrist) for a wide variety of reasons, from sports injuries on the field to falls and accidents at home. However, the specific rehabilitation needs of a patient with a broken wrist can also vary... Read More
The importance of preparing your body for any athletic activity or workout simply cannot be over-emphasized. Many common injuries among weekend warriors and recreational athletes can be easily prevented by taking the time to adequately stretch and/or warm up. In the following video, Kevin McGuinness,... Read More
Our posture is something we don’t think about much or believe has much importance. However, poor posture can lead to back, shoulder, and neck pain; headaches; digestive problems, and other issues. In this video, Eric Liu, PT, DPT, COMT of the SMARTherapy at Washington Orthopaedic and... Read More
Washington D.C. is a frequent entry on “Most Bike-Friendly Cities in America” lists across the media landscape.1 With over 50 miles of bike lanes on city streets,2 hundreds of miles of paved bike trails, bicycle tours of the monuments, and a bike share service with... Read More
With winter finally over and spring in full swing, thousands of Washington DC-area runners will be dusting off their running shoes this month and hitting the trails. Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the United States and, according to the... Read More
The knee joint is critical for both normal activity and athletic function. As a result of injury or prior surgery, there can be breakdown within the knee, which can lead to early arthritis. As there has been an emphasis within our society towards increased exercise... Read More
