Are you experiencing wrist discomfort or instability on sloper holds while climbing? Wrist pain can be a persistent challenge that differs for a variety of climbing movements and can significantly hamper performance. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to improve overall wrist health for climbing. This article provides tips and exercises tailored to [...]
Climbing demands immense strength and endurance from various muscle groups, particularly the wrists and fingers. Incorporating exercises in your regimen for maintaining stability in these areas is crucial for injury prevention and optimal climbing performance! But not every climber has the money to buy rehab tools and exercise equipment. So we decided to [...]
While upper body strength often takes the spotlight in discussions about rock climbing, the significance of lower body flexibility should not be underestimated. In this blog post, we will discuss the role that flexibility in the lower body plays in enhancing a climber's performance. Understanding and prioritizing lower body flexibility will assist in [...]
Climbing is a sport that requires not only physical strength but also mobility and stability in various body parts. One area that often gets overlooked but plays a crucial role in climbing is the wrists. In this blog post, we'll delve into the significance of wrist mobility, stability, and strength for climbers. We'll [...]
These are many different types of foot and toe injuries that climbers may encounter. The primary mechanism of almost all of these injuries is shoe fit. Many climbers, particularly those with higher ability, climb with shoes that are smaller than their feet.
This video serves as a supplement to the article on climbing movement performance assessments featured on Medbridge. Climbing requires a delicate balance of strength, power, endurance, mobility, and control.
A Spanish Translation of the research article "Clinical Management of Finger Joint Capsulitis/Synovitis in a Rock Climber." Article written by Dr. Jared Vagy DPT “The Climbing Doctor” and translated by Alita Contreras. Original article below: Click here to read the full article in English Resumen Este estudio de caso presenta a un escalador [...]
In this engaging presentation, Dr. Allison Tran, a physical therapist and a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist, presents a case study on managing a talar neck fracture in a rock climber. This session outlines the injury background, surgical interventions, and a comprehensive rehabilitation plan focused on returning to climbing. Dr. Tran's expertise guides viewers [...]
In this conversation, Jared Vagy and Jack Brown discuss the necessity of developing a climbing-specific fitness battery for youth climbers. They explore the metabolic and biomechanical demands of climbing, the importance of assessing injury resilience, and the components of a comprehensive fitness assessment. The discussion includes a detailed breakdown of a two-day testing [...]
In this conversation, Jared Vagy and Joe Manoles discuss the concepts of motor learning and motor control, particularly in the context of climbing. They explore key terminology, the stages of motor learning, and practical applications for climbers. The discussion also goes into into personal challenges faced by climbers, types of practice and feedback, [...]