by Dr. Veronica Jow | Nov 6, 2026 | Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine
Key Takeaways Golfer’s wrist is not one single condition, and pain location, swing phase, and whether the lead or trail wrist is affected can help identify the likely cause. The lead wrist, particularly the pinky side, is commonly affected because it experiences...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Oct 29, 2026 | Conditions, Physical Therapy, Sports Injuries
Key Takeaways Meniscus physical therapy can be a first-line treatment for many degenerative tears and selected acute injuries, meaning surgery is not always the first step. Successful rehab focuses on restoring range of motion, controlling swelling, rebuilding...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Oct 7, 2026 | Physical Therapy, Shockwave Therapy, Sports Injuries
Key Takeaways Strained achilles treatment should move from reducing irritating load toward progressive calf strengthening and eventually full return to running or sport. Rest alone may calm symptoms but does not rebuild the tendon capacity needed for long-term...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Sep 29, 2026 | Gait Analysis, Physical Therapy, Sports Injuries
Key Takeaways Runners physical therapy should address more than pain by looking at strength, gait, mobility, training load, and the runner’s specific goals. Gait analysis can provide useful information about running mechanics, but it works best when combined...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Sep 29, 2026 | Physical Therapy, Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine
Key Takeaways A foot soft tissue injury may involve ligaments, tendons, muscles, or fascia, and identifying the specific structure helps guide treatment. Early recovery often involves protection and symptom control, but long-term healing requires progressive movement,...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Sep 3, 2026 | Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine
Key Takeaways Water polo injuries often come from a mix of overhead throwing, swimming volume, eggbeater kicking, contact, and fatigue. Common injury areas include the shoulder, head and face, hand and wrist, hip and groin, knee, and low back. Prevention should...
