Sports Recovery & Physical Therapy Blog | Rausch PT
Dec
02
2021
The Top 14 Foods and Supplements for Sports Injuries

December 2, 2021 in Dana Point

When it comes to recovering from a sports injury, many elements come into play: from PT sessions to straight rest. Your eating habits can also play a significant role during […]

Dec
02
2021
6 Things That Can Cause Pain Between Your Shoulder Blades

December 2, 2021 in Wellness

It is very common for a person to experience discomfort between their shoulder blades. You know it — we’ve all been there. Overuse, strains, sleeping awkwardly, and rotator cuff issues […]

Dec
02
2021
Why Ideal Posture May Help Relieve Your Back Pain

December 2, 2021 in Laguna Niguel

We usually underestimate how the physical demands from our daily life can affect our posture. Lifting, carrying, and sitting poorly can cause repetitive stress injuries and affect our back health. By […]

Nov
29
2021
Patient Spotlight – Dr. Kristen & Emily

November 29, 2021 in Laguna Niguel

During Emily’s annual OBGYN exam she mentioned the pain she was feeling during intercourse to her gynecologist. When her gynecologist examined her she asked Emily to relax while doing so […]

Nov
02
2021
4 Most Common Cycling Injuries – and How to Avoid Them

November 2, 2021 in Cycling ,Dana Point

Cycling improves overall function in your lower body and strengthens your leg muscles without overstressing them. It targets your quads, glutes, hamstrings, and calves. Although it’s inherently a low-impact exercise […]

Nov
02
2021
Why Do I Feel Pain After Exercise?

November 2, 2021 in Physical Therapy

Mild soreness after a workout can cause discomfort but it is generally not a bad thing. It’s just a sign that the muscle has been taxed. The stress on the muscle […]

Oct
02
2021
What to Know About Muscle Soreness

October 2, 2021 in Dana Point

Whether you’ve recently engaged in a particularly intense workout or just a walk around the park, many people believe that muscle soreness after such activities is simply a body’s way […]

Oct
02
2021
5 Warm-Up Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Workout and Leave You Injured

October 2, 2021 in Physical Therapy

Injuries can happen for many different reasons, but a common one is related to skipping your warm-up before exercising. Not properly preparing for a workout can lead to creaky joints and achy […]

Sep
27
2021
Patient Spotlight- Dr. Renee & Brooke

September 27, 2021 in Client Spotlight

Initially, Brooke came to Rausch PT in January of 2021 with left hamstring pain. Brooke plays basketball on her High School Varsity team as well as on a club team. […]

Sep
01
2021
Learn How to Improve Your Running Speed With These Simple Tips

September 1, 2021 in Dana Point

Running is a great and motivating exercise. Many new runners, however, struggle to keep challenging their bodies and increase their speed and performance. If that is your goal, this article […]

Sep
01
2021
MUSCLE SPASMS: HOW TO PREVENT LEG CRAMPS

September 1, 2021 in Wellness

Muscle spasms – What are they anyway? Muscle spasms occur when your muscle involuntarily and forcibly contracts uncontrollably and can’t relax. And they can be mad painful! They can happen during […]

Aug
02
2021
Shoulder Impingement

August 2, 2021 in Dana Point

Shoulder impingement is a common potential cause of shoulder pain. However, this condition is often misunderstood. This article will help you better understand shoulder pain and ways to treat it. […]