Athletic Edge Physical Therapy Andover

07/21/2025

The rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscles deep in the shoulder that stabilize the joint to help move in a more efficient sequence during weight lifting and sport-related activity. Poor movement patterns or over-training can put excessive stress on the RTC and larger muscles in the area, leading to tendinitis and eventually other problems down the road.

Teaching patients what these muscles are and how to strengthen them in various positions is a critical piece of most shoulder rehab protocols and preventative care. Try these exercises that range from easy to intermediate if you are looking to develop a healthier shoulder joint!

07/14/2025

💥Blood Flow restriction is a growing specialty in orthopedic rehab that requires a patient to perform resistance training with an inflated cuff around the leg or arm, which limits blood flow from entering or leaving muscles.

⚡️At a cellular level, the lack of oxygen to muscles from BFR will lead to earlier levels of fatigue and make the nervous system work harder to activate muscle fibers. Because of this metabolic stress, less resistance and intensity is required for individuals compared to their typical training.

🩼 For post-operative athletes who are in the early stages of rehab with weight-bearing restrictions or even entering the sub-acute stage, this is a great tool to regain strength and hypertrophy while reducing stress on surgical sites.

Cognetti D, Sheean A, Owens J. Blood Flow Restriction Therapy and Its Use for Rehabilitation and Return to Sport: Physiology, Application, and Guidelines for Implementation. Jan 2022;4(1):71-76.

07/07/2025

Hamstring tears are a frequent injury in professional soccer players. This muscle group is put under heavy load during high velocity kicking, sprinting, and quick bursts of acceleration. They represent roughly 17% of all injuries and are twice as likely as a quadriceps strain in that sport. Modifiable risk factors include strength imbalances, flexibility deficits and inadequate or incomplete rehab programs. Prepare for the soccer season by trying these exercises that can potentially reduce the risk of in-season injury.

📚 Bisciotti G, Camaro K, Cena E, et al. Hamstring Injuries Prevention in Soccer: A Narrative Review of Current Literature. 2020; 7(3):115-126

05/20/2025

Request an Appointment is an easy way to let our staff know you need physical therapy! Once we receive a request our team will call you to set up an appointment. Use the QRS code or the link: https://sites.webpt.com/1418/request-an-appointment

05/20/2025

01/30/2025

11/19/2024

New clinic located at 100 Corporate Place in Peabody is open! More photos to come

10/11/2024

New Service!! Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive regenerative medicine treatment. Athletic Edge PT’s certified providers use Focused Shockwave to help stimulate the body’s natural healing process. It can relieve pain and promote healing of injured tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues. It accomplishes this by releasing growth factors in the injured tissue.

08/04/2024

We're looking to add a new Physical Therapist in our Andover, Massachusetts office. Apply today by emailing your resume to andover@athleticedgetherapy.com, or share this post with if you know a physical therapist looking to join a great team!

03/26/2024

New Service!! Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive regenerative medicine treatment. Athletic Edge PT's certified providers use Focused Shockwave to help stimulate the body’s natural healing process. It can relieve pain and promote healing of injured tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues. It accomplishes this by releasing growth factors in the injured tissue.

03/07/2024

We frequently are asked about specific equipment we use, so we added a Recommended Product page to our website. Check it out at https://athleticedgetherapy.com/recommended-products/ and let us know what you think!

02/12/2024

For those looking for Athletic Edge PT apparel visit our website athleticedgetherapy.com or appimprints.com/showrooms