Performance Physical Therapy Bethesda

Natural selection and the Olympics

by Zachary CohenPosted on August 9, 2024November 25, 2024

Recently, my wife and I went on a family vacation with the whole crew—my parents, brother, sister-in-law, niece, and nephew. While watching the Olympics, we found ourselves captivated by the swimming events, which brought back memories for my mom of my old swim team days.

I swam competitively until I was about 12, and I decided to retire while I was still on top (in hindsight that may have been a bad choice considering how much time I spent in physical therapy as a result of football injuries!).

What we can learn from polyglots

by Zachary CohenPosted on August 2, 2024

My wife’s grandfather greeted me in Spanish the first time I met him. Later, he made some comments to my wife, mother-in-law, and father-in-law in Spanish. My in-laws claimed he wasn’t saying anything about me, but my wife thought it was too funny not to tell me what he said. At that moment, I decided that I was going to learn Spanish and wouldn’t stop until I could chat with him.

Sadly, he has since passed, but now my in-laws can’t make jokes in front of me without me knowing anymore!

I thought of this story while reading Dr. Adam Grant’s new book, Hidden Potential.

Meet our newest Performance Physical Therapist, Dr. Renee Beck!

by Zachary CohenPosted on July 26, 2024October 2, 2024

I am thrilled to introduce you to the newest member of the Cohen Health and Performance team, Dr. Renee Beck. Dr. Beck is a native of the DMV area and is not someone to mess with! With over ten years of martial arts experience, she has achieved the rank of second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. This discipline and dedication translate seamlessly into her approach to physical therapy.

CHP Spotlight Interview with Dr. Michael Antonis

by Zachary CohenPosted on July 18, 2024October 2, 2024

Dr. Michael Antonis, a sports medicine specialist at OrthoVirginia, currently serves as the team physician for the Washington Commanders. With a previous tenure as the team physician for D.C. United and Loudoun United spanning five years, his expertise has significantly benefited our physical therapy team.

The mental side of physical therapy

by Zachary CohenPosted on July 12, 2024October 2, 2024

As physical therapists, we recognize the emotional and psychological impact that comes with being sidelined due to injury. An injury can feel like a part of an athlete’s identity has been taken away, and it’s crucial for us to address this throughout their rehabilitation. Physical therapy is not just about healing the body; it’s about nurturing the mind as well.

Runners, don’t make this mistake

by Zachary CohenPosted on July 5, 2024October 2, 2024

It is no secret that runners must complete a strength training program as part of their physical therapy and cross training routine, in addition to their running. Whether through social media, talking with your running friends or coach, or simply your own intuition, every runner has heard that they should be strength training. But is it as simple as picking up a 10-pound dumbbell and knocking out a few squats and deadlifts? Of course not.

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