Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

Jumpers Knee – – Patella Tendinopathy Rehab!

Exercise, Knee Exercises / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

Now that spring is here we hope that you are gearing up for outdoor workouts in a safe manner. We want all of you to protect yourselves against a growing problem: orthopedic injuries from doing too much too soon! Today, we are talking about patellar tendinopathy, commonly known as Jumper’s Knee. This often affects active individuals, especially those who perform explosive movements like jumping or running or activities involving repetitive bending of the knee.

Is your body ready for the Capacity of Exercise this Spring?

Exercise, Physical Therapy / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

The weather is getting warm, and we’re not sure about you, but we’re all dreaming of the beach here at Fit Club! The dark, cold winter can really throw someone off of their fitness resolutions. With the weather warming up, people tend to get back on track and work on their beach bodies and overall fitness levels. Similar to those New Year resolutions, we often get clients who come in with complaints of pain around this time. Keep reading to find out why!

Spring Fling! How to Return to Running After the Quarantine and WFH!

Running / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

Spring is approaching It’s been one whole year since COVID turned our lives upside down. In the beginning, it was so stressful to do anything because we didn’t know what was “right or wrong.” Now, one of the safest ways to enjoy your time is to be outdoors. And what better time than the Spring! Flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping and the weather is starting to warm up. Perfect for getting into some outdoor activities and working on your fitness goals!

When should I see a Physical Therapist for my pain?

Knee Pain / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

As a doctor of Physical Therapy, we find ourselves frequently explaining to friends, family members, clients, and even people on the street that pain is a normal part of life and our everyday experience.

Knee replacement surgery – The in’s and out’s!

Knee Pain, Physical Therapy / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

Today’s bog will discuss total knee replacement surgery. It is one of the more common joint replacement surgeries and is usually elective.

How low should I go with my squatting?

Hip Pain / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

The age-old question in health and fitness is “how low should I go when I squat?” To answer this question, we must abide by “specificity of training”, which is just a fancy way of saying it depends on what you’re trying to accomplish from utilizing the squat in your training.

What is a Meniscectomy?

Knee Pain / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

A meniscectomy is a common ambulatory surgery performed to remove part of, or the whole meniscus. It is most commonly performed arthroscopically, meaning that it is minimally invasive and a person can usually get the surgery and leave the same day. The reason why people get meniscectomies is due to pain associated with a torn meniscus that is limiting their day-to-day and/or recreational activities. Typically there is clicking, buckling, and swelling associated with a meniscus tear. Age, extent of injury, and activity level are all factors that a surgeon uses to determine what type of meniscus surgery is appropriate. A meniscectomy is usually performed when there is poor blood flow to the area of injury, since it is less conducive to healing.

Do I Need A Running Analysis?

Running / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

When talking about running form, a question that always arises is “should I land on my heel or on my forefoot?” While there are arguments to support both sides from an injury prevention perspective, more of the attention should be placed on where you are landing. The distance between your center of gravity and where your foot contacts the ground might be what is hurting your running economy.

Proper Posture During Quarantine

Physical Therapy, Posture / By Dr. Kellen Scantlebury

If you are like most of use, stuck at home, you may benefit from some information on posture. We often overlook posture but it plays a big role in our body mechanics and can lead to tissue breakdown and pain. IN this blog we go over some easy tips to improve your posture an reduce your risk for pain. Check it out!

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