Sports Rehab 101: How Physical Therapy Helps Athletes Recover and Excel

Whether you're an elite competitor or a dedicated weekend warrior, the way you rehab after an injury can determine not just how fast you return to your sport, but how well you perform when you do.

Ryan BaugusAugust 18, 2025Comment

I Intentionally Injured a Professional Athlete...

Earlier this year, we tested a professional athlete using the Humac Norm isokinetic machine—comprehensively profiling knee strength, power, and torque at multiple speeds. We wanted a full picture of right vs. left knee function. While reviewing the data, we noticed something interesting: A dip in force output between 60–90° of knee extension at 60°/sec in one knee—suggesting the athlete might be unconsciously protecting their patellar tendon from higher load.

Ryan BaugusAugust 13, 2025Comment

How Physical Therapy Helps With Post-Surgical Recovery in Beaverton

Surgery is often necessary to fix an injury or correct a chronic issue — but it’s only the first step. The real recovery begins afterward, and physical therapy plays a critical role in ensuring the healing process goes smoothly and successfully.

Ryan BaugusJuly 28, 2025Comment

How to Make the Most of Your PT Sessions at Headquarters Physical Therapy

At Headquarters PT in Beaverton, we start every session with a conversation — not just about your injury, but about your goals, your lifestyle, and what “better” actually means to you.

Ryan BaugusJuly 28, 2025Comment

Integrating Force Plates Technology - Being The Best At Helping Athletes Move From Rehab to Performance… And Stay There

The way physical therapists objectively measure progress within the return to sport continuum is not created equal.

At HQPT, we know there is a better way to treat people throughout their return to play process. We have begun administering testing protocols with VALD force plates to better understand where a patient is on their “road map” towards a TRUE and full return to play in a way they expect and deserve.

HQPTJune 19, 2025Comment

The Ultimate Guide to Physical Therapy in Beaverton: What to Expect & How to Choose a Provider

Physical therapy is a hands-on, movement-based approach to treating pain, injury, and physical limitations.

Ryan BaugusJune 19, 2025 Comment

What to Wear and Bring to Physical Therapy: Tips from Beaverton Experts

Physical therapy is an essential step toward healing, improving mobility, and restoring function, whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing pain, or seeking to improve athletic performance.

Ryan BaugusJune 19, 2025Comment

5 Signs You Should See a Physical Therapist (Beaverton Edition)

Whether it’s a lingering ache in your back, stiffness in your knee, or difficulty getting through your day without pain, many people don’t realize when it’s time to see a physical therapist.

Ryan BaugusJune 19, 2025 Comment