FAQs

What Type of ACL Injury do I Have?

There are three grades of ACL injury that depend on the severity of your tear: Grade I: The ACL is sprained, but there is no tear.  Grade II: The ACL is partially torn.  Grade III: The ACL is completely torn, and provides no stability to the knee joint. 

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What is an ACL Tear?

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the bands of tissue that connects the femur, or thigh bone, to the tibia, or shin bone, in your knee joint. The ACL crosses the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) to form an X. Together, these ligaments control the back-and-forth motion of your knee. When your knee experiences [...]

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What Should I Expect From an Imaging Procedure?

X-rays and MRIs are painless and noninvasive tests that involve exposure to a very low level of radiation. Before an X-ray or MRI, you may need to remove any jewelry or metal accessories, like belts or hair clips. During an X-ray, the technician positions you to get a clear view of the treatment area. You [...]

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Why Would I Need an Orthopedic Imaging Procedure?

Medical imaging provides the team at Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics with critical information about your bones and soft tissues. They use X-ray and MRIs to help them diagnose and treat many injuries and illnesses, including: Arthritis Shoulder pain Knee pain Foot and ankle pain Fractures Hip pain Hand and upper extremity pain Anterior cruciate [...]

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What are Some Standard Orthopedic Imaging Procedures?

Medical imaging allows your orthopedic surgeon to examine the internal structures of your body. The team at Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics uses various imaging tests, such as: Orthopedic X-ray X-rays are a type of energy, similar to the light you see but with a higher energy frequency. The different tissues in your body stop [...]

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Why Is Physical Therapy So Important?

Physical therapy is a vital element of recovery from virtually all musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. Without physical therapy, both the injured tissues and the surrounding muscles weaken from lack of use, leading to problems like atrophy. It's also important that you don't do too much or the wrong thing, and your physical therapist can show [...]

What Treatments Might Elite’s Physical Therapists Offer?

There are many different types of physical therapy. The ones included in your treatment program respect your limitations and form part of a corresponding care plan. Examples of treatments the Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics physical therapy team specializes in include: Dry Needling Dry needling (also known as intramuscular manual therapy) enables your therapist to [...]

What Can I Expect From Physical Therapy at Elite? 

Your first physical therapy visit will consist of an initial assessment. Your PT will review your medical history, evaluate your strength, balance, and flexibility. In addition, they will ask you about your symptoms, concerns, and goals.  Based on your initial assessment, your physical therapist will determine a treatment plan. 

What is Physical Therapy?

Physical therapy is one of the primary treatment methods for helping patients recover from injuries, regain fitness after surgery, and manage chronic pain. Physical therapists are the specialist clinicians who excel in assessing your body's movement and function. They work with you to aid your rehabilitation by increasing your range of motion, balance, and strength. [...]

Why Choose MPOWER for Physical Therapy?

MPOWER is the premier orthopedic physical therapy option in Nashville and Franklin, TN.  Our People: Friendly, high-energy team members focused on patient outcomes. Our Facilities: Modern, clean, and accessible facilities located in great areas. Our Tools & Techniques: Highest quality equipment with the latest clinical techniques.

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