Early flexion in pitching and arm pain.

Danh Ngo"Staying Active" Division, Baseball

12 key characteristics are described by OnbaseU that can impact a pitcher’s consistency, promote overload problems like tendinitis, and potential loss of playing time. The one pitching characteristics that this article will talk about is called Early Flexion.   Before we go into what Early Flexion is and the possible consequences of Early Flexion from a medical standpoint, let us establish … Read More

Rotator Cuff Tendinitis 101: How to improve mobility, strength, and possibly, avoid surgery.

Danh Ngo"Staying Active" Division, Shoulder Pain

Everyone has an opinion on the management of shoulder pain. Whether it is a family member, co-worker, or neighbor, you are bound to find someone that tried to rid of their shoulder pain conservatively or surgically. You will hear both sides of people’s experiences when it comes to having shoulder surgery. Some will say that it helped and they would … Read More

Physical Therapy for Rotator Cuff Tendinitis: It’s Worth It!

Danh NgoShoulder Pain

With rest, the help of a skilled physical therapist, and the right exercises, rotator cuff tendinitis most often can be treated without further intervention. Swimmer’s shoulder, bursitis, or impingement are just a few of the names sharing the same meaning: rotator cuff tendinitis.  This inflammation of your shoulder joint tendons doesn’t discriminate against age or occupation. If you are repeatedly … Read More

Juggling the Juggler (The Instruction Manual)

Danh NgoShoulder Pain, Uncategorized

Keeping it simple is the name of the game when learning how to juggle (or I think it is since I cannot juggle yet ?).  I believe practice and consistency will help anyone develop a skill.  Juggling is no different.  In juggling there are multiple things to think about and execute so things don’t fall flat to the ground. Coordination … Read More