Pickleball has become an increasingly popular sport, taking the country by storm due to its low-impact nature, engaging gameplay, and health benefits. Beyond the benefits to your muscles and joints, participation in racket sports, such as pickleball, has something even more impressive to offer—it’s great for your brain! At Makovicka Physical Therapy, we see the. . .
Winter Is Around the Corner- Prepare Now to Prevent Winter Sports Injuries Are you thinking about preventing winter sports injuries? As fall transitions into winter in Nebraska, the colder months bring both excitement and challenges. With the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics inspiring athletes worldwide, many in our community are thinking about skiing, skating, or simply. . .
For the second year in a row, Makovicka Physical Therapy is partnering with Pickleball Lincoln, ensuring players stay strong, pain-free, and ready to play their best. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a weekend warrior, this partnership brings invaluable support to help you stay in the game. Pickleball has taken Lincoln by storm, and if. . .
With winter and snowy weather right around the corner, your friends at Makovicka Physical Therapy want to remind you how to avoid back pain while shoveling. Stop in to any of our 15 convenient clinic locations if you have questions.. . .
Goodbye snow, hello sun. When you have spring fever and the weather improves, it is tempting to go outside and start exercising at a high intensity. In order to stay safe and injury free, there are a few things to keep in mind when beginning your new routine. Dress for the weather. Spring time in the. . .
Foam rolling is a popular and convenient method of self-myofascial release, used to increase myofascial mobility. It is an intervention used in physical therapy, rarely in isolation, but usually as an integral part of a comprehensive program aimed to help people move and function better. Â With the proper education, it is fairly easy for a. . .
The majority of New Years Resolutions that are made involve some effort to get healthier, and for many that means a new exercise routine. A recent study by the University College London determined that it takes 21 days to develop a habit, so if you have stuck with your new exercise routine up to this. . .
While golf is often thought of as a low-impact or minimal activity-level sport many injuries can occur while enjoying the sport of golf. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were almost 55,000 emergency room visits for golf injuries alone in 2009. Golf injuries could include the back, shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, ankle,. . .