🦵 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, […]
⛹️ ACL Recovery: Why 9 Months Might Not Be the Magic Number (and What Actually Matters)⚽

Recovering from an ACL tear? Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend warrior, or a parent helping your teen return to sports, the journey back to full activity can feel overwhelming. One of the most common questions we get at Pain & Performance Coach LLC in Hillsboro is: “How long until I (or my child) can […]
🦵💥 The Missing Link in ACL Recovery: Why Mid-Stage Rehab Could Make or Break Your Return to Sport 🏃♀️🏋️♂️

ACL surgery is only half the battle. Discover why mid-stage rehab is the secret weapon 🛡️ for a safer, stronger return to sport—and how Pain & Performance Coach in Hillsboro, OR 💼 is leading the way.
🦵 What is AMI (Arthrogenic Muscle Inhibition) and How Do You Fix It?

Ever felt like your leg just won’t “turn on” after a knee injury—no matter how hard you try? 😩 You might be dealing with a sneaky neurological problem called Arthrogenic Muscle Inhibition (AMI). Let’s break down what it is, why it matters, and how we fix it—based on the comprehensive research by Norte et al. […]