Here’s a tip on an upcoming local event sponsored by the Mountain Belles that will help you find yourself after you Get Lost in Montana. Mountain Belles is a non-profit organization run by women, for women. […]
Check out the latest issue of Outside Bozeman for Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS’ article, “Hip to Be Cool” to review the principles of running injury prevention to keep your running season injury-free. http://www.outsidebozeman.com/magazine/archives/spring-2016/hip-be-cool
Why wait until after you are injured to see a physical therapist? Did you know that a great time to see a physical therapist is before you are injured? I recently evaluated a patient […]
The Gallatin Valley Land Trust is gearing up for the 21st annual Make Tracks for Trails Skiathon. Excel Physical Therapy is committed to giving back to our community and we are proud to help sponsor the GVLT! […]
Due to the repetitive stress from poling, Nordic skiers can develop overuse injuries of both the elbow and/or the shoulder. The most common of these are medial epicondylitis and shoulder […]
Patellofemoral pain, or anterior knee pain, is the most common type of knee pain in Nordic skiing. Repetitive stress to the soft tissue around the patella (knee cap) occurs due […]
Low back pain has been found to be more common in cross-country skiers, than non-athletic controls1. Compared to skate skiing, low back pain is more prevalent in classic skiing because […]
Often I think Nordic (cross-country) skiing is the perfect sport for fitness. Nordic skiing is a great workout and way to enjoy the outdoors in winter. Plus, it has a […]
Nearly all injuries in alpine skiing are classified as traumatic, or due to a fall. As mentioned earlier, under Strength & Injury Prevention, the majority of knee injuries in alpine skiing occur […]
To reduce your risk of injury it is important to make sure your bindings are properly mounted and maintained. Your ski is effectively a long lever arm and if your […]
