Anterior cruciate ligament attachments are at the central end of the thigh bone (femur) and the central top of the main leg bone (tibia). Ligaments connect bones and provide joint stability. The ACL is one of the main stabilizers of the knee joint. The knee joint motion is primarily a hinge joint. The “hinge” allows […]

Titlest Performance Institute created a certification program to study human anatomy, functional movements of the body, and the components of a successful golf swing. Achieving TPI certification required that I review anatomy, learn and recognize common swing characteristics/faults, and be able to perform a physical screen in order to identify deficits. In obtaining Titlest Performance Institute […]

Through our association with local physical therapists, fitness trainers, and coaches, Active Sports Medicine has embraced this progressive philosophy that focuses on movement patterns. FMS Functional Movement Screen uses a grading system to assign a score to a patient’s pattern of motion. Such a scoring system allows various members of our patients “team” to communicate clearly […]

Northern Nevada Juniors Club Volleyball program has recently invited Active Sports Medicine and Nevada Physical therapy to provide orthopedic and rehabilitation support for their over 200 athletes. Active Sports Medicine is excited to reconnect with Nevada Physical Therapy to once again provide “team coverage” for Northern Nevada Juniors Club Volleyball. Active Sports Medicine is even […]

In august of 2012 Active Sports Medicine moved from its original location of 343 Elm Street to its new location at 5255 Longley Lane, Suite 140, Reno Nevada 89511. Although we will always have a fond memory of our original office, particularly the “closet”, our new location provides major advantages. Active Sports Medicine New Location […]