Unless you’ve been living in a cave, chances are good that you’ve heard of CrossFit® by now. Chances are also good that you’ve heard CrossFit is dangerous. You may have even heard tales of people being hospitalized by CrossFit workouts. At Washington Orthopedics & Sports... Read More
Occupational Therapy vs. Physical Therapy After an injury, people can be referred to either an occupational or physical therapist. However, there is often confusion about what differentiates one from the other. The goal of physical therapy is to restore mobility and decrease pain. Occupational therapists... Read More
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
A fracture of the wrist is one of the most common types of fractures presenting to emergency rooms today, and the frequency of these fractures is increasing. In those over age 65, wrist fractures account for 18% of all fractures. Anatomy The wrist is made... 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
