Why Early Mobilization Matters in Achilles Tendon Rehab
Early movement after Achilles tendon repair helps Portland patients recover faster, stronger, and safer. Learn how smart mobilization changes rehab.
Why Force Plate Jump Testing Matters for Basketball Players After ACL Surgery in Hillsboro and Beaverton
Recovering from an ACL tear is never simple, especially for basketball athletes who thrive on explosive movements like jumps, cuts, and sprints. Surgery can repair the ligament, but the real challenge is deciding when an athlete is truly ready to return to the court. At Pain & Performance Coach LLC, serving athletes in Hillsboro, Beaverton, […]
Why You Should Avoid Clinicians Who Still Preach RICE
If you’ve ever rolled an ankle on a hike in the Gorge, tweaked your knee at the Hillsboro Stadium, or pulled a hamstring running outside on the trails near the Nike campus, chances are you were told to follow the classic formula: RICE — Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. For decades, this was the easy gold […]
How Long Does It Take to Return to Sport After Achilles Tendon Repair?
Discover how long recovery takes after Achilles tendon surgery in Hillsboro, Beaverton, and Portland, plus key milestones for safe return to sport.
Is 9 Months the Magic Number for Returning to Sport After ACL Surgery?
Wondering if 9 months is enough to return to sport after ACL surgery? Learn what the latest research says about ACL rehab timelines, discharge criteria, and safe recovery in Hillsboro, Beaverton, and Portland.
Run Faster, Recover Stronger: Evidence-Based Sprinting Rehab in Hillsboro, Beaverton & Beyond
Whether you’re a competitive sprinter, a weekend soccer player, or just someone who loves to run fast, sprinting is one of the most explosive and demanding movements in sports. It requires peak strength, flawless mechanics, and explosive power—all of which can be disrupted after a lower extremity injury. At Pain & Performance Coach LLC, we […]
🧠One Secret to Successful ACL Recovery? Smart Rehab🦵🏽💥
Most people think that ACL surgery is the key to getting back to normal—but the truth is, surgery is just one part of the puzzle. According to research and top orthopedic surgeons like Dr. Howard Luks, what happens during rehab is what truly shapes your long-term recovery. At Pain & Performance Coach in Hillsboro, we […]
💥 Is Heel Pain Holding You or Your Teen Back?
If your high school athlete or weekend warrior is sidelined by stubborn heel or ankle pain near where the Achilles tendon meets the heel bone, you might be dealing with insertional Achilles tendinopathy…a mouthful of a diagnosis, but a common cause of pain in runners, jumpers, and active folks. 🏀⚽🏃 Luckily, a new study offers […]
🦵 ACL Surgery: Is Adding an Extra Procedure Called the LEAP Worth It for Active Teens and Adults?
Is your teen athlete facing ACL surgery? Are you an active adult who’s suffered a knee injury? 😔 Before you jump into surgery, there’s something important you should know: not all ACL reconstructions are created equal. A recent 2025 study asks the big question: Should we add another procedure, called the Lateral Extra Articular Procedure, […]
🌟 How You Can Be the Boss of Your Own Pain🌟
At Pain & Performance Coach, we help people feel strong again. One big part of what we believe is this: you can learn to take care of your body and pain all by yourself. That’s called self management, and it’s a superpower we teach to all our patients. Let’s explain what that means in simple […]