Study Design: Prospective descriptive study. Objective: To determine the extent of bone mineral density (BMD) interlimb differences at several hip locations in the involved versus noninvolved lower extremity following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery. Background: Disuse following ACL reconstruction can be extensive. This disuse not only affects the soft tissue, but may also affect the s...

Study Design: Case series. Objective: To describe the management of 7 patients with grade 1 cervical compressive myelopathy attributed to herniated disc using intermittent cervical traction and manipulation of the thoracic spine. Background: Intermittent cervical traction has been indicated for the treatment of patients with herniated disc and has been suggested to be helpful for patients with ...

Study Design: Single-occasion, repeated-measures design. Objective: To determine the magnitude of hip abductor muscle activation during 6 rehabilitation exercises. Background: Many researchers have reported that hip strengthening, especially of the hip abductors, is an important component of a lower extremity rehabilitation program. Clinicians employ non–weight-bearing and weight-bearing exerci...

Study Design: Case report. Background: Patients with hyperflexion/hyperabduction injury to the glenohumeral joint are at risk for isolated greater tuberosity fractures, which are often undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. In this case report, we describe the clinical decision-making process that led to the diagnosis of an isolated greater tuberosity fracture and subsequent rotator cuff tear. Case Descr...

Study Design: Single-group repeated-measures design. Objectives: To investigate the ability of the wall slide exercise to activate the serratus anterior muscle (SA) at and above 90° of humeral elevation. Background: Strengthening of the SA is a critical component of rehabilitation for patients with shoulder impingement syndromes. Traditional SA exercises have included scapular protraction exerc...