WELLNESS BLOG

The Smart Athlete Blueprint: Longevity, Efficiency, and Injury Prevention for the Active Adult and Corporate Athlete
At Smart Athlete PT, we define the “smart athlete” as anyone who wants to stay active, perform well, and live pain-free – not just today,
What It’s Like to Get Treated with SoftWave at Smart Athlete Physiotherapy
SoftWave Therapy is a regenerative treatment that uses unfocused shockwaves to stimulate your body’s natural healing response—without needles, drugs, or surgery. It’s non-invasive, well-tolerated, and
Boost Tennis Performance with SoftWave-Enhanced Physical Therapy
Tennis is a sport that challenges nearly every part of the body. From explosive lateral movements to high-velocity swings, athletes are constantly pushing their joints,
Treating Hip Overuse Injuries in Tennis with SoftWave Technology
Tennis is a high-intensity sport that demands speed, agility, and repeated rotational movements—all of which place significant stress on the hips. Over time, this repetitive
Tennis Elbow and SoftWave: A Modern Approach to Pain Relief
Tennis elbow—formally known as lateral epicondylitis—is a painful condition that affects the tendons on the outside of the elbow. Despite the name, it’s not limited


Self-Assessment and Treatment of the Hip for Tennis Athletes
Hip pain and dysfunction are common problems with most tennis athletes from the recreational to professional level. The purpose of this article is to teach


Wanna Get Faster? Get Stronger!
Jeff Vajay, PT, CSCS Most runners live to run but when it comes to additional training techniques, that’s where it’s likely to begin and end. Exercise


Plantar Fasciitis: A Real Pain in the…Foot!
By Jon Paryz, PT Starting the day off with sharp, stabbing pain in the heel or arch is the signature symptoms of plantar fasciitis. The


Why Do A Running Analysis?
By Jon Paryz, PT Anyone can run. True. But are they running with good form? That is the million dollar question. A better question is,


Words of Wisdom for Our Pre and Post Natal Athletes
Both pregnancy and childbirth can cause a significant increase in stress on the pelvic floor. The body undergoes a large amount of charge both during