by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Aug 30, 2023 | Knee Pain
Most people get knee replacements between age 50 and 80. Today, we’re going to tackle a topic that’s been making waves in the world of orthopedics: knee replacements. Have you ever wondered what age range most people find themselves in when they get...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Jun 25, 2023 | Knee Pain
Here is the list of the 10 common mistakes after a total knee replacement: 1. Adopting a Sedentary Lifestyle 2. Rushing Back to Work 3. Neglecting Pain Management Techniques 4. Overlooking Post-Surgery Recovery Planning 5. Re-engaging in High-Risk Activities...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Dec 13, 2022 | Knee Pain
Treatment methodologies for quadriceps tendonitis are all over the place, from resting, to icing, to exercise, to massage, and everything else in between and beyond. The best treatment method for quadriceps tendonitis is a combination of strength training, rest,...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Nov 20, 2022 | Knee Pain
Jumpers knee is most common in athletes who perform high volumes of jumping, running, and sprinting. The sensation of jumper’s knee is very similar to runner’s knee and sometimes these terms are used interchangeably. It’s perfectly fine to do...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Oct 6, 2022 | Back Pain, Knee Pain, Shoulder Pain
As of recent i’ve been getting myriad questions about these various tissue presentations and although there is tremendous amounts of information on this topic, people still don’t seem to have the right perspective, unfortunately. As we get older,...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Sep 29, 2022 | Back Pain, Knee Pain, Physical Therapy
Degenerative disc disease and arthritis are the same. DDD refers to the intervertebral disc losing its height due to a decrease in hydration. This is a normal process that occurs over our lifespan. Joint space narrowing is a primary feature of radiographic...
