THE CLINIC - Physical Therapy & Human Performance, Inc.

09/12/2025

⚡️There’s no one-size-fits-all with lumbar radicular pain.

🔍 Read the full blog to sharpen your clinical judgement and improve patient pathways.

https://www.physio-network.com/blog/just-sciatica/

08/29/2025

Is cartilage stronger than concrete⁉️

Beluzzi et al. (2023) say cartilage strength is approximately 9 to 40 Mpa. The compressive strength of standard concrete is 17 to 35 MPa.

They have comparable strength, but cartilage is a living, viscoelastic tissue which is far more resilient than concrete under repeated dynamic loading and manages millions of load cycles during its lifetime.

This strength and resilience allows it to function even with a tear. This may be why tears are often asymptomatic, even in runners.

As with everything, individual cases will vary and management will be influenced by the type of tear and symptoms such as locking, giving way or persistent loss of range.

The good news is that many meniscal tears can be managed conservatively without need for surgery. Reassuring people about the toughness of the knee and its cartilage can help them see that rehab is well worth a shot!!

08/26/2025

You've probably heard that running is tough on your knees – and even that it can cause long-term damage. But is this true? Running is a relatively high-impact activity. Every time your foot cont

08/13/2025

08/04/2025

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08/04/2025

For those looking to hear real talk on difficult to speak about topics in youth sports and development!!!

Youth sports are a mess because there are TOO MANY adults in the room! It’s good to hear from those who have given, and continue to give themselves to the craft speak!

06/08/2025

What say you?

As a rehab specialist like a PT or ATC, you think there’s a difference in the rehab and timeframes for a patient after an ACL that uses a PTG vs a QT?

Chime in and let’s talk this out. Or can join us at X and talk there as well!

05/31/2025

Too many people think that once you have a disc herniation (or disc bulge), that you’ve got it for life.

02/26/2025

HISTORIC WIN FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY IN UTAH!

*Utah is the first state to pass Primary Care Legislation*

SB196 – Physical Therapy as Primary Care has officially PASSED the Utah House of Representatives UNANIMOUSLY and is now headed to the Governor’s desk for signing!

This is a huge step forward for patients, physical therapists, and the future of healthcare in Utah. We are beyond thrilled to see this bill receive unanimous support through the entire legislative process!

A special THANK YOU to Senator Musselman and Representative Thurston for their leadership and sponsorship. Please take a moment to thank them for making this possible!

What’s Next?
🔹 WCF Insurance is already working to allow patients direct access to PT without a physician referral!
🔹 APTA Utah will work with other insurers to demonstrate the cost savings & improved care PT brings as a primary care service.
🔹 Stay tuned for upcoming education on how to integrate primary care PT into your practice, negotiations with payors, and patient care!

This victory was possible because of YOU! Many legislators shared how much they appreciated the PT community’s engagement, and we couldn’t have done it without your advocacy and support. THANK YOU!

This is just the beginning—big things are ahead! Stay tuned!

11/16/2024

10/24/2024

Hawkins became a darling of the track and field world when she took up running at 100 years old. She died in Baton Rouge, La., this week.

09/26/2024

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