The Rotator Cuff…Hanging By A Thread
I liken the rotator cuff tendons to a piece of rope that has started to fray. The last thing that the tendons or rope want to see is repetitive motion, especially when coupled with external resistance.
Christopher Johnson
Chris completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Delaware, where he earned a bachelor of science with distinction while completing a senior thesis in the physical therapy department under Dr. Lynn Snyder-Mackler. Chris was a member of the varsity men’s tennis team, scholar athlete, captain in 2000, and recipient of the Lee J Hyncik award for excellence in athletics and academics. He remained at the University of Delaware to earn a degree in physical therapy (2003) while completing an orthopedic/sports graduate fellowship under Dr. Michael J. Axe.
Following graduation, he relocated to New York City to work at the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma of Lenox Hill Hospital as a physical therapist and researcher. Chris also assumed the role of managing therapist at NY Orthopedics PT (2009-10) before deciding to further pursue his work as a physical therapist and clinical educator. Chris currently owns his own practice Chris Johnson PT LLC and also holds part time hours at New York Sports Med and Physical Therapy. He is one of the founding members of the PT Project Continuing Education Series. Chris is also a competitive triathlete and recently qualified for the Half Ironman World Championships in Clearwater. Recently, Chris became certified as a triathlon coach (ITCA), to compliment his work as a physical therapist, especially when providing rehabilitation to individuals who participate in endurance-based sports.
The Tyler Test…Ya Heard?
This test assesses the limitation in cross-arm adduction and is thought to measure tightness in the posterior shoulder elements to include the posterior capsule and the musculotendious units of the posterior shoulder musculature.
Connective Tissue…An Underappreciated Player
"Functionally, the only tissue that can mediate such responsiveness is the connective tissue."
The Laws of Decompensation
1st Axiom: The composition of a system is in dynamic balance 1st Corollary: Conflicting elements are held together by function and purpose 2nd Axiom: Decompensation is preceded by often ignored warning signs 2nd Corollary: During early destabilization, imbalance is assessable 3rd Axiom: Last Straw Principle: When threshold is exceeded, collapse occurs 3rd Corollary: Recovery requires ...
“Tennis Shoulder”
Early intervention aimed at minimizing the associated adaptations by focusing on form/technique of the involved sport/activity, strengthening the periscapular musculature, and training the entire kinetic chain will most likely safeguard against injury and foster longevity.
A Quote By Paul Chek on Machine Use In The Gym
"Training in a fixed pathway repetitively loads the same muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints in the same pattern, encouraging micro-trauma which eventually leads to injury."
The Seven P’s of Sports Medicine
Do you know the Seven P's of Sports Medicine?
Quote by Chris Johnson
“As a physical therapist, I do not “fix” patients, but rather, I educate them and help to create the ideal environment so they can heal themselves.”
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