Blog – Sports Injuries

ASTYM therapy at PT Northwest boosts healing, mobility, and recovery by targeting soft tissue issues.

Understanding ASTYM

May 7, 2025

Understanding ASTYM in Physical Therapy Are you curious about ASTYM in physical therapy? This advanced treatment is revolutionizing the way we address and heal damaged tissues. ASTYM therapy focuses on leveraging the body’s natural healing mechanisms to treat various musculoskeletal conditions. By using specific techniques and tools, ASTYM therapy helps reduce pain, improve mobility, and […]

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Photo of a high school athlete laying on the track, injured, with her athletic trainer from PT Northwest evaluating her ankle.

National Athletic Training Month x PTNW

March 14, 2024

March is National Athletic Training Month, and PT Northwest is dedicated to helping you get back in the game! Whether it’s a sprained ankle or a torn ligament in the knee, a comprehensive rehabilitation team is crucial to expedite your return to the field. At PT Northwest, our certified athletic trainers and physical therapists go […]

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Patient at PT Northwest undergoing ASTYM treatment on her forearm. ASTYM, a specialized soft tissue therapy, aims to alleviate pain and reduce swelling through targeted techniques applied to the affected area.

What is ASTYM?

November 16, 2023

Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization Physical therapy is a vital component in the journey towards recovery and overall well-being. Patients who seek physical therapy are often in search of symptom relief but also a manageable solution that addresses the root cause of their pain. At PT Northwest, we are committed to providing the highest quality care, […]

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Exercise Recommendations

Exercise Recommendations

May 2, 2018

Along with a nutritious diet, regular physical activity is vital to a healthy lifestyle. Over the past century, advancements in technology have transformed the perceptions of hard-work and physical activity and have limited the opportunities for physical activity on a daily basis. These advances have enabled our society to live a life of ease and […]

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Stretching

Why Stretching Is Important

May 2, 2018

Stretching is one of the fastest growing types of exercise in America today. Stretching is a form of physical activity that targets a specific muscle group. It works to elongate the muscle fibers to their fullest length in order to improve the muscle’s elasticity, or flexibility. Stretching results in an increased feeling of muscle control, flexibility, […]

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Common Knee Injuries Salem

Common Knee Injuries

May 2, 2018

Anatomy & Physiology of the Knee The knee is the largest of the 187 joints in the body. As such, the knee is subject to a variety of diseases and injuries and is frequently injured because it is commonly abused.21 The knee is a hinged joint with some rotation to provide locking. Structures in the […]

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physical therapy for athletic injuries

Physical Therapy for Athletic Injuries

March 2, 2018

A sports injury is defined as an adverse effect acquired from athletics that results in decreased ability and/or is harmful to performance.19 Physical therapy for athletic injuries are approached differently, depending on the onset and severity of the injury. The easiest way to prevent injury is to know the risk involved with the sport at […]

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Hitting the Gym

Hitting the Gym: Staying Healthy with 5 Tips

January 25, 2018

Cold and flu season is here and in full force! And if you’re not careful you could find yourself with a runny nose and an achy body, especially if the person on the treadmill before you was nursing a runny nose. While hitting the gym this winter, you may want to take a look at […]

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Sports Injuries: What’s the Next Step?

September 19, 2017

Imagine this: It’s your senior year, you’re on the field playing your heart out when the unthinkable happens. First, you hear it, then you feel it. You’re hurt. A trainer rushes to you and assists you off the field. Next thing you know, you’re sidelined for the next 6 weeks. Suffering from sports injuries can […]

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