Injury Insights: Joe Burrow’s Turf Toe Injury & What to Expect
Cincinnati quarterback Joe Burrow is expected to undergo surgery for his turf toe injury. He sustained the injury in the Bengals’ win over Jacksonville on Sunday. Below, our physical therapists share what this injury means, recovery options, and what his rehab might look like. What happened? Burrow sustained a hyperextension injury of his left big […]
Causes and Treatments of Hip Pain After Running
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise worldwide, but it’s also one of the most common sources of overuse injuries. Studies show that about 50% of runners experience a running-related injury each year, and at any given time approximately 25% are actively injured. Hip pain is among the most frequent complaints. The […]
Total Hip Replacement: What to Expect Before, During, and After Surgery
A total hip replacement, or total hip arthroplasty (THA), is a surgical procedure that removes damaged bone and cartilage from the hip joint and replaces them with artificial components. It’s a very successful orthopedic surgery for restoring function and reducing pain. In the United States, the number of total hip replacements is expected to increase […]
Fighting the Digital Posture Epidemic: A Conversation with Dr. Devin Trachman
We’ve all seen it: the forward head tilt, rounded shoulders, and slouched upper back that come from hours spent on our devices. Digital posture dysfunction isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a rapidly growing problem impacting health, performance, and quality of life. In the latest episode of The Far Side of Fitness podcast, host Dr. Darian […]
How Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift Prioritize Physical Therapy and Recovery
When it comes to pushing their bodies to the limit, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift surprisingly have a lot in common. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end and the pop superstar recently revealed that their profession both demand intense recovery routines. During her debut interview on the New Heights podcast, Taylor compared her post-show recovery […]
ACL Tear & Injury: Recovery & Physical Therapy Treatment
What is an ACL Tear The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is one of the key ligaments that helps stabilize your knee joint. It connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia) and promotes stability by keeping your knee from sliding too far forward or excessively rotating. When the ACL is torn, it […]
57 Confluent Health Physical and Occupational Therapists Receive Board-Certified Clinical Specialist Credential
Certification Reflects Highest Level of Advanced Clinical Practice in Musculoskeletal Care Louisville, Ky. (Aug. 12, 2025) — Fifty-seven Physical and Occupational Therapists from Confluent Health’s Partner Brands have achieved nationally recognized board certifications, a prestigious milestone that places them among the top musculoskeletal (MSK) professionals in the United States. These therapists join an elite group […]
Chronic Pain is a National Crisis: Confluent Health Featured in Newsweek
This week’s Newsweek feature, “Chronic Pain Science Has Advanced. Why Are Treatments Stuck in the Past?”, marks a significant milestone for the musculoskeletal (MSK) industry and a powerful validation of the work being done. Chronic pain now affects nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults, and while the science behind pain has progressed dramatically, the healthcare […]
Physical Therapy Exercises for Sciatica
Sciatica, or Lumbar Radiculopathy, is the experience of pain in the lower back that spreads down the distribution of the sciatic nerve, from the buttocks down the back side of the thigh into the calf. Sciatica can be caused by nerve compression or irritation along the path of the nerve, which can cause pain, numbness, […]
Beyond Pills and Procedures: A Better Way to Treat Chronic Pain
Treating Pain with Insight, Not Just Interventions In a world of quick fixes, it’s time we asked a better question: what if healing chronic pain doesn’t start with medication, but with understanding? The Problem with the Old Model Since the age of bloodletting, we have treated pain like a mechanical problem. Pain was something to […]