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Every article here started as a question a patient asked during a visit. Read the one that sounds like your week, then book the appointment and tell us the rest in your own words.
Everything below was written by the clinicians who treat here, mostly in answer to a question somebody asked in the room that week. The oldest posts go back to 2019 and the newest are from 2026, so the tone shifts a little across the archive. We have left the words exactly as they were published.
Nobody reads a clinic blog for fun. People read it at 11pm, after the second night the shoulder woke them up, trying to work out whether this is the kind of thing that sorts itself out.
None of it is a diagnosis, and none of it replaces an evaluation. If you find the article that sounds like your week, the next step is the same as it always is: book the appointment and describe it in your own words.
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Optimizing Movement & Performance at Streamline Performance PT in Phoenix, AZ
A Smarter Approach to Physical Therapy Physical therapy shouldn’t just be about fixing pain—it should be about building a stronger, more resilient body that can perform at its best. At Streamline Performance PT, we go beyond traditional rehabilitation by integrating movement science, strength…
How to Choose the Right Physical Therapist in Phoenix, AZ: Your Guide to Optimal Recovery & Performance
Finding the right physical therapist can feel like a daunting task. In a city as active as Phoenix, there are countless clinics to choose from, ranging from large hospital-based centers to small private practices. However, not all physical therapy is created equal. Whether you are a golfer…
What Makes a Physical Therapy Clinic the Best in Phoenix?
Finding the right physical therapy in Phoenix can feel like a daunting task. You might have already experienced the assembly line model of care, where you are rushed through a 15-minute appointment, handed a generic exercise sheet, and left to figure things out on your own while a therapist…
Continuity of Care: Why Monthly Physical Therapy Check-Ins Keep You Active and Injury-Free
Physical Therapy Shouldn’t End When Pain Does Too often, physical therapy is viewed as a short-term solution for pain relief. In performance-based physical therapy, we take a different approach. True success comes from continuity of care—ongoing check-ins that help you adapt, progress, and stay…
Functional Strength Training for Aging Adults and Women: Building Strength for Longevity
Strength Training Is Essential for Healthy Aging Strength training is one of the most effective tools for maintaining independence, mobility, and confidence as we age. Yet many aging adults—especially women—avoid it due to fear of injury or misconceptions about becoming “too bulky.” As a…
Erectile Dysfunction? Shockwave therapy can help!
Erectile function is deeply connected to the health of blood flow, nerves, and the pelvic floor muscles. When any of these systems are compromised—whether from aging, stress, cardiovascular disease, or prostate surgery—erections can become difficult to achieve or maintain. Shockwave therapy…
Youth Strength Training: Why Playing One Sport Isn’t Enough to Prevent Injury
The Injury Risk of Early Sport Specialization Youth sports have become increasingly competitive, and many young athletes are encouraged to specialize in a single sport at an early age. While this may improve sport-specific skills, it also significantly increases the risk of overuse injuries. As…
Prostate Cancer… how can PT help?
Pelvic floor physical therapy is an essential yet often overlooked part of recovery for men after prostate cancer removal (prostatectomy). The surgery, while lifesaving, directly affects the pelvic floor muscles that control bladder and bowel function and contribute to sexual health. When the…
Let’s Talk About It: Why Painful Sex Isn’t Normal—and How Pelvic Floor PT Can Help
Valentine’s Day is all about connection, closeness, and intimacy. But for many women, intimacy comes with an unspoken reality: pain. Pain during sex is common — but it is not normal, and it is absolutely not something you should “just live with.” Whether it’s discomfort, burning, tightness,…
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Phoenix: The Athlete’s Guide to Performance
Whether you are a marathon runner, a competitive powerlifter, or a weekend golfer, you understand that your body is a high-performance machine. You push your limits, refine your technique, and invest in recovery to stay at the top of your game. However, there is one critical component of your…
Why You Aren’t Progressing in Rehab – “The 4 T’s”
What if I told you that there was a single muscle that, when strengthened, can help you run more efficiently, decrease back pain, and even have a positive impact your metabolism? Would you still believe me if I told you that this muscle only makes up about 1% of your body weight? This blog will
Understanding the Essence of Sport-Specific Training
Sport-specific training has become a popular term in the fitness industry, with individuals seeking to optimize their performance in specific sports. However, it is essential to grasp the true meaning behind sport-specific training. It goes beyond mimicking sport movements; it involves targeting…
Understanding Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation: A Beginner’s Guide
If you’re new to the world of physical therapy, you might be surprised to learn about the significant role your pelvic floor plays in overall health. In this post, we’ll introduce you to pelvic floor rehabilitation and explain how it can help with various conditions, including hip and back pain.…
Why You Should Consider Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an amazing adventure, but let’s be real—it can also come with its fair share of challenges. One topic that doesn’t always get enough attention is pelvic floor health. If you’re feeling a bit unsure about it, don’t worry! We’re here to break it down and explain why pelvic floor…
Foot and Ankle Health: Info You Should Know
Are you an athlete or someone who loves engaging in physical activities? If so, you probably understand the importance of maintaining the health and functionality of your feet and ankles. In our latest podcast episode, we had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Jeff McAlister, a highly respected…
Top 5 Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Exercises to Help You Stay Strong in Your 40s and 50s
Staying active, strong, and pain-free requires more than just traditional strength training—especially as we age or place high demands on our bodies through sports. One often-overlooked area that plays a major role in performance, stability, and long-term mobility is the pelvic floor. At…
Top 5 Full Body Strength and Conditioning Workouts Improve Mobility, Strength, and Longevity
Strength and conditioning workouts are not just for elite athletes or bodybuilders. When properly designed and coached by a physical therapist, a full body strength and conditioning workout can improve mobility, build lasting strength, reduce injury risk, and support long-term health for both…
The Importance of Physical Therapy After a Car Accident: Exercises Recommended for Faster Recovery
Car accidents often cause more than just immediate pain—they can lead to lingering injuries, reduced mobility, and long-term functional limitations if not treated properly. Understanding the importance of physical therapy after a car accident is critical for restoring mobility, reducing pain,…
Identifying Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Symptoms & How to Treat Them
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a common yet often misunderstood condition that can significantly impact daily comfort, movement, and overall quality of life. Many people experience symptoms without realizing they are related to the pelvic floor muscles, delaying proper care and prolonging…
How Athletes Use Massage Therapy Throughout Their Training Cycle
Massage therapy plays a critical role in athletic performance by helping the body recover faster, reduce muscle tension, and maintain peak physical condition. For athletes, the right massage technique can improve mobility, enhance circulation, and support long-term injury prevention. This guide…
Exploring Different Types of Massage Therapy Treatments for Athletes
Massage therapy plays a critical role in athletic performance by helping the body recover faster, reduce muscle tension, and maintain peak physical condition. For athletes, the right massage technique can improve mobility, enhance circulation, and support long-term injury prevention. This guide…
Why Performance Optimization Starts with Physical Therapy at Streamline
Redefining Physical Therapy: It’s Not Just About Injury Recovery When most people think of physical therapy, they picture recovering from injuries or surgery. While rehabilitation is a critical part of what physical therapists do, modern physical therapy goes far beyond simply helping patients…
The Power of Integrating Personal Training and Physical Therapy for Athletes
Why Athletes Need More Than Just Traditional Training While strength training, endurance work, and sport-specific drills are essential for athletic success, traditional training often leaves gaps that can limit performance and increase the risk of injury. Many training programs focus on building…
Why Physical Therapy Is Your Body’s Best Investment
Your body is your most valuable asset—and like any great investment, it needs smart management. Enter physical therapy. When most people search “physical therapy near me,” it’s because they’re injured or post-surgery. But a GOOD orthopedic physical therapist is much more than a post-op pit…
From Rehab to Game-Ready: How Streamline PT Helps Athletes Return to Sports
The Gap Between Rehab and Full-Speed Performance in Sports Recovering from an injury is only half the battle—returning to your sport with strength, confidence, and performance-ready movement is where the real challenge begins. Many athletes assume that once the pain subsides, they’re good to go.…
The Benefits of Physical Therapy for Preventing Common Sports Injuries
Why Injury Prevention Is Just as Important as Performance For athletes and active individuals, performance is often the top priority, until an injury forces everything to a halt. But what if preventing that injury was part of the performance plan from the beginning? Injury prevention isn’t about…
Cupping, What Are Those Purple Dots?
Therapeutic cupping, is a traditional practice that involves creating a localized vacuum within cups and placing them on the skin’s surface. The underlying mechanisms and benefits of cupping therapy are as follows: Mechanical Effects: The suction from the cups creates negative pressure, which…
Pelvic Floor Rehab for Athletes: Enhancing Performance and Preventing Injuries
Athletes are always looking for ways to improve performance and prevent injuries. One often overlooked area is pelvic floor health. In this article, we’ll explore how pelvic floor rehabilitation can benefit athletes, particularly those dealing with hip and back pain. Athletic Demands on the…
Postpartum Recovery: The Role of Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
The postpartum period can be challenging, with many new mothers experiencing various physical changes and discomforts. In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of pelvic floor rehabilitation in postpartum recovery and how it can alleviate related orthopedic issues like hip and back pain.…
The Connection Between Pelvic Floor Health and Orthopedic Injuries
Did you know that your pelvic floor health can impact other parts of your body? In this article, we’ll explore the link between pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedic injuries, such as hip and back pain. Understanding this connection can help you see the broader benefits of pelvic floor…
Olympic Training Center – 3 Things I Learned
As athletes, we are constantly pushing our bodies to the limit to achieve peak performance. Whether it’s running, weightlifting, swimming, or any other sport, we demand a lot from our bodies to achieve success. But with this constant demand comes a high risk of injury, and in some cases, a…
Improve Your Mobility with 5 Minutes Per Week
Are you struggling to find the time to stretch daily or even weekly? Or maybe you just hate stretching in general (join the club). As a physical therapist, mobility is something I’m quite passionate about. While I’m passionate about helping others, I was seriously slacking on my own stretching…
Training Through Injuries: Our Approach
No matter your sport, there are going to be times where you get banged up. Without the proper guidance/knowledge, how should you know if it is ok to keep training or just let the injury heal? At Streamline, we understand that no two injuries are alike. When athletes and individuals come to us…
What You Didn’t Know About Your Injury That Might Kill Your Rehab Potential
Last time you were injured did you talk to multiple doctors about it before making a decision about what to do? It’s something we highly recommend, and what many of our clients do; especially in a surgical situation. It’s important to work with someone you trust and that has the experience with…
What to consider before reaching for your Massage Gun
Do you have one of those massage guns at your house? They used to only be seen on sidelines at sporting events but quickly became an easily accessible consumer craze over the last few years. Seemingly, everybody and their mother has one now. It takes little to no skill and feels great. But,…
Get a Grip: Why Grip Strength Is an Important Biomarker for Health and Longevity
When you go get your physical exam each year (if you don’t you should), think of all the different things they do to assess your health. Height, weight, blood pressure, maybe some blood work, maybe a quick health questionnaire. One thing that isn’t commonly assessed is grip strength. In this…
How Does My Insurance ACTUALLY Work?
Do You Understand Your Insurance? Insurance can be confusing, and most of the time, this is just what the insurance companies want. Most people do not fully understand their insurance and the coverage they have. Thankfully, we are going to dive head first into understanding how your insurance…
Your Glute Isn’t Firing?
Have you ever been told that your glutes aren’t firing? Or that they aren’t working properly and that is the cause of your knee or knee pain? We hate to break it to you, but that is total BS! This age old verbiage to patients to not only inaccurate, but it actually prolongs your rehab!
The One Muscle You Should Start Paying Attention To
TRAUMAS, THOUGHTS, TOXINS, TECHNIQUES -Traumas: accidents, injuries, posture, pain Often there is an “incident” or moment there was a change in your body, the severity of the trauma can easily vary. Sometimes as simple as lifting wrong, sleepy with the wrong pillow, or more complex such as a car…
5 Ways to Improve Your Surgery Results
No one likes surgery, but did you know that you can have a BIG impact on its results by doing just a few things? For the most part, simply getting your injury operated on isn’t as easy as A +B = C and many times it can be a multiple month recovery. Considering these 5
What Is Streamline Performance Physical Therapy?
During PT school I had the pleasure of working with several high level facilities that treated professional athletes and active adults regularly in the orthopedic and sports setting. After graduation, I moved to Portland, OR to work at one of these clinics and learned a lot of valuable lessons…
Golfer’s Back – How you can fix it!
Does your back bother you during your round? Or does it wait until later that night after you spent the day on the golf course? Golf is a sport that requires several repetitions of the same thing with a lot of power behind it. When was the last time you spent 4 hours doing the
How-To: Build Your Own Workouts 101
Do you know how to structure your own workouts? We’ve all seen the plethora of mobility drills and fancy exercise videos available on social media these days. But do you know when and where to utilize them in your workouts or as part of your training? That answer alone will make or break how…
Let’s Talk About Posture…
If you had a dollar for every advertisement you’ve come across for something to give you the perfect posture, you would probably have a nice chunk of money. The perfect program, perfect exercise, the new and improved back brace to improve your sitting posture; these are all things that are…
The Journey Never Ends: What We Are Doing To Better Serve Our Patients
With any profession, continuing education is vital to make sure you are constantly pushing yourself to be better and more efficient with your job. As physical therapists, if you are not continuing to pursue knowledge to enhance your treatment skills then you are doing a disservice to your…
Ice? How about Isometrics
When you think of an injury, what is the most common remedy? Is it ice? Elevation? Do you just decide to rest? These are some of the most common things we are told to do when we first get an injury, forming the well-known acronym RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. While all these can
Common Injuries with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Anyone who trains BJJ knows that you are going to get banged up. We’ve all been there: feeling better than you have before and then bang, another injury or flare up of pain. There are certainly things we can do to decrease the risk of injury, but in a contact sport like Jiu Jitsu, injuries
We Get Hurt Too: My Experience With An Acute Back Injury
We have all experienced it: the lower back “tweak”. My most recent injury occurred during a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training session. I was attempting to pull guard and fell on my lower back with the weight of my training partner on top of me. I felt a sharp pain and I knew it would quickly stiffen
How to Get the Most Out of That Foam Roller
Are you truly improving your flexibility using a foam roll? Foam rolling and trigger point release have become a very popular topic over the last few years. You’ve seen it or tried it in the gym, rolling over that tight muscle with a grimace on your face, waiting for the relief to occur. Using a
Rotator Cuff Injuries: No Pain, The More You Gain
“No pain, no gain” is what you tell yourself as you push through that shoulder workout despite the worsening pain. This saying has become popular in our society and I am here to explain why this is simply not true for most shoulder injuries. The rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscles that stabilize
Why I Quit Being a Director in the Corporate Outpatient Setting
When is the last time you saw a healthcare provider, for a full 60 minutes, who actually LISTENED to what you had to say? Unfortunately the healthcare model has shifted over the years and people seek professional help only to spend a few measly minutes with their doctor. In fact, 11 SECONDS is the…
Early Stage Rehab – Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Instability is one of the most common causes of impingement, labral tears, rotator cuff injuries and even contributes to chronic neck pain…not cool! This is the first of a 3 part series to begin to bulletproof your shoulders and stay healthy! Did you know having stable shoulder also…
Optimize Planking Effectiveness
Planks are a great exercise for training core awareness and postural positioning while working on core stability. All of these elements are crucial for those dealing with back pain, hip pain and even shoulder pain. But often times we also see that learning how to be strong in this position can…
Dryland Basics
Dryland Basics. An article from the clinicians at Streamline Performance Physical Therapy in Phoenix.
Overuse Injuries. Does Stuff Really Wear Out?
The short answer to this question is yes. Our body’s tissues will naturally degrade and deteriorate over time but we can do things to help slow this process considerably. We’ve all heard to term “overuse injury” be thrown around in different circles. If you’re a swimmer, triathlete or Crossfit…
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