When it comes to pain and possible injury, athletes can be a determined lot, says Tacoma physical therapist Chad McCann. “They will work through the pain, injuries, all kinds of limitations to participate,” said McCann, doctor of physical therapy with 3Dimensional...
When a person experiences back pain, a condition eight out of every 10 people will deal with this at some point in their lives, his or her first instinct is typically to stop moving and rest until their back starts to feel better. This, may be good for a day or two,...
Two studies presented at the 2018 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons has medical professionals, including physical therapists, taking a closer look at young athletes and the unhealthy trend toward sports specialization. “It used to be that...
Physical therapy and exercise are often touted as ways to increase blood flow around an injury to promote faster healing. Perhaps surprisingly, the restriction of blood flow can also be an effective rehabilitation option in some cases, according to Tacoma doctor of...
It’s an issue for a newer generation of kids – young baseball players who, unlike previous generations, feel the need or desire to specialize in not just a single sport, but a single position. It’s a trend, says Tacoma physical therapist Chad McCann, that’s led to a...
The League of American Bicyclists has ranked Washington the No. 1 most “Bicycle Friendly State” for several years in a row, including their most recent 2017 ranking. Now, it’s time for cyclists to become better friends with their bikes, says Chad McCann, a physical...
