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Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report: Week 1 2016

Posted on September 8, 2016 by Athletico

The NFL season begins tonight, but there is still time for Fantasy Football players to make adjustments to their lineups before kickoff. To ease the decision process for those adjusting their lineups, we are highlighting tips from Athletico’s Athletic Trainer Jacob Dailey throughout the NFL season. These tips are put together to create the Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report, which is a weekly roundup that sheds light on notable injuries throughout the league. (more…)

Stretch of the Week: Toe Spread Stretch

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Athletico

September’s stretch of the week will focus on an area that many of us neglect – our feet. If you can bare weight on your feet that means they are holding up your entire body, which can be very stressful for them! Many of us don't give our feet enough attention, and then we wonder why we have so many problems with them as we age. This month will focus on stretches to wake up and strengthen the feet. (more…)

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6 Stretches to Help Cardinals Fans Keep Cheering

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Athletico

As the 2019 baseball season begins, the St. Louis Cardinals' Mascot Fredbird called up his favorite Athletico Physical Therapist Laura O’Connor for help staying limber. Fortunately, Fredbird wants to make sure all St. Louis fans are ready to cheer regardless of where they are watching the games – whether inside of Busch Stadium or from the comfort of their own couch – so he is sharing his favorite stretches for all to try! (more…)

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What IS Physical Therapy? Get the FAQs

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Athletico

As physical therapy becomes more popular, we thought it was a good time to address some of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) from our patients. (more…)

10 Things Employees Love About Working at Athletico

Posted on September 1, 2016 by Athletico

From Physical Therapists to Office Coordinators, each Athletico employee has a unique skillset and is a valuable asset to our company. The best thing about our employees, however, is their passion for their careers and the industry. (more…)

7 Differences Between Competitive Trampoline & Fun in the Backyard

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Athletico

You may have caught the trampoline competitions at this year's Olympic Games. The world watched in awe as athletes sprung 20 feet into the air and flipped multiple times before going right back up and flipping multiple times again. (more…)

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Your Arm Pain May Be Coming From Your Neck

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Athletico

Have you ever experienced a burning pain or a “pins and needles” sensation running from your shoulder down to your hand? Even though you might think there is a problem with your shoulder, your neck may be the issue even if you are not experiencing neck pain. (more…)

Everything You Need to Know About Cupping

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Athletico

You are not the only one who noticed red circles on the backs of Olympic athletes in Rio. These circles are the result of an ancient therapy called “cupping.” (more…)