Injury Recovery

ACL

Video: After ACL surgery, how much help will I need? And help with what?

This video blog addresses how to prepare your home for after your ACL surgery, things you will need help with, and how long you will need help for.

stretching

Does stretching actually work? Does stretching prevent injuries? Does stretching lengthen muscles?

Read this blog to find out if stretching actually works! Does stretching prevent injuries and can it actually lengthen muscles?

Total knee replacement

Video: What are normal symptoms after knee replacement surgery?

This video blog, a physical therapy addresses the normal signs and symptoms following your knee replacement surgery, that should not be a cause of concern.

ACL

Video: After ACL surgery, what are the 5 most important exercises to do every day?

Are you recovering from ACL surgery and want to learn the 5 most important exercises to do every day? This video by a Kinesiologist, identifies important goals to focus on in the early phase of recovery and outlines essential exercises to do to achieve these goals.

knee replacement

Video: Am I too young to get a knee replacement?

This video blog answers “Am I too young to get a knee replacement” and examines the pros and cons associated with getting a knee replacement earlier in life.

ACL

After ACL surgery, what are the 5 most important exercises to do every day?

Are you recovering from an ACL surgery and want to learn the 5 most important exercises to do every day? This blog, written by a Kinesiologist, identifies important goals to focus on in the early phase of recovery and outlines essential exercises to do to achieve these goals.

Total knee replacement

Video: Why should I ice after injury or surgery? Physiotherapist's recommendation explained.

In this video blog, a registered kinesiology explains the importance of using ice after injury or surgery.

exercise

How to use Curovate, the physical therapy app, every day to recover after injury, surgery or for strengthening

This video blog answers the most frequent questions associated with navigating the Curovate Physical Therapy App for effective injury or surgery recovery.

ACL

Video: How can I keep up with all of my exercises after ACL injury or surgery? Advice and tips for exercise

In this video blog, a registered kinesiology provides you with tips and advice on how to manage exercises after ACL injury or surgery.

rehabilitation

How to Sign Up in the New Curovate Physical Therapy App for Knee Surgery

This video blog shows you how to sign up for the new Curovate physical therapy app. Follow the step by step instructions to sign up for the Curovate app.

rehabilitation

How to Measure Knee Range of Motion in the Curovate App

In this blog, learn how to measure knee range of motion at home in less than one minute with the newly updated Curovate app!

rehabilitation

How to use Curovate if the exercises are too easy? Curovate | Physical Therapy App for knee surgery

In this blog, you will learn how to change your exercise stage in the Curovate Physical Therapy app for knee surgery or hip surgery if the exercises are too easy.

Injury Recovery

What is the fastest way to recover after a knee replacement? | Curovate

Do you want to optimize your recovery after a knee replacement? Check out this blog written by a physical therapist for 4 practical tips you can use now!

Injury Recovery

Video: How Can I Relieve Pain After my Total Knee Replacement?

Learn about how to relieve and reduce pain following a knee replacement. This blog contains a video where a Kinesiology student explains different non-medicated ways of relieving pain.

climbing stairs

Video: Can I climb stairs after a knee replacement?

Learn about the impact of a knee replacement on your ability to climb stairs. This blog contains a video where a Kinesiology student explains the research related to stair climbing after a knee replacement.

ACL rehabilitation

Video: Measuring Progress at Home After Surgery or Injury using the Limb Symmetry Index (LSI)?

This blog contains a video that explains the Limb Symmetry Index (LSI) and how this simple math equation can provide you with information about your leg strength after surgery or an injury.

ACL

Video: What are thigh girth measurements? How can they help me track my progress after surgery and injury?

This blog contains a video that explains the importance of the thigh girth measurement and how this measurement can be used to track your rehabilitation progress.

ACL

Video: What are Thigh Girth measurements? How can they help me track my progress after surgery and injury?

This blog contains a video that includes a step-by-step guide on how to measure your thigh girth and how these measurements can be used to track your rehabilitation progress.

climbing stairs

Can I Climb Stairs After a Knee Replacement? | Curovate

Learn about the impact of a knee replacement on your ability to climb stairs. This blog, written by a Kinesiology student, explains the research related to stair climbing after a knee replacement.

knee replacement

What Are Some New Technologies for Knee Replacements? Do I have Other Options?

Learn more about present advancements in knee replacement surgeries being discussed in the research literature and find out if they are right for you.

ACL

What are Thigh Girth Measurements and How Can They Help Me Track My ACL, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement Rehabilitation Progress?

Check out this blog to learn about thigh girth measurements and why they are useful to track your rehabilitation progress.

ACL

How can I measure my knee range of motion at home after surgery or injury? How does measuring my knee range of motion with the Curovate app compare to a physical therapist measuring my knee?

Read the summary of our technical report published in the International Journal of Sport Physical Therapy comparing 4 mobile devices and a physical therapist measuring knee range of motion.

Knee replacement surgery

What Can’t I Do After a Knee Replacement Surgery? What Activities Can I Do After a Knee Replacement Surgery?

This blog will address what activities you can do and which activities you should avoid after knee replacement surgery.

Injury Recovery

How Long After ACL Surgery Can You Walk | Curovate

Curious as to when you will be able to walk again after your total knee replacement? Read this blog to learn about when you can expect to walk again and how to get back onto your feet faster!

ACL

Comparing in-person physical therapy to video physical therapy in terms of cost, convenience and adherence. Is in-person physical therapy better than video-based physical therapy? How does video physical therapy compare to in-person physical therapy?

Have you ever tried video physical therapy? Did you know that there are multiple ways to approach your rehabilitation? In this blog we will compare traditional in-person physical therapy to video-based physical therapy in terms of effectiveness, convenience, cost, and adherence.