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      Founder Russ Paine at ASMI 2019This January, mTrigger co-founder Russ Paine presented at the American Sports Medicine Institute's 37th Annual Injuries in Baseball Course in Hoover, Alabama.A recap of the materials presented can be found below:Rehab Following ATS (Shoulder) - Russ Paine Jan 26 2019Scapulothoracic Training - Russ Paine Jan...
      Intro to mTrigger with Russ Paine & Mike ReinoldmTrigger 101 – watch the video above to see mTrigger in action with Russ Paine - PT and mTrigger co-founder - and Mike Reinold of mikereinold.com as they meet on the show floor of the 2018 Combined Sections Meeting of the APTA to discuss how...
      WEBINAR: Russ Paine on eccentric training with sEMG for safer deceleration WEBINAR: Russ Paine on eccentric training with sEMG for safer deceleration Russ Paine practices as a sports physical therapist out of Houston, Texas and is the co-founder of mTrigger. Russ has an extensive background of knowledge and experience treating athletes of all levels. During this interview we discuss the topic of eccentric training. We cover how...
      Out-of-Clinic Therapy with Russ Paine & Kevin Wilk [WEBINAR RECORDING]Review the plethora applications and benefits of using biofeedback in sports and orthopaedic rehabilitation! Hear directly from PT Russ Paine (Director of Sports Medicine Rehab at UT Physicians, Houston, TX; Career Service Award, ASMI 2009; Sports PT Hall of Fame inductee, 2018) and DPT Kevin...
      Podcast: mTrigger Biofeedback in an Everyday Sports Practice with Russ Paine and Chris Gallina Podcast: mTrigger Biofeedback in an Everyday Sports Practice with Russ Paine and Chris Gallina Today I am joined by Russ Paine and Chris Gallina of UT Physicians Sports Medicine Rehab in Houston, Texas.Russ is one of our mTrigger biofeedback co-founders as well as the Director of Rehabilitation at UT Physicians in Houston, Texas. Russ has been recognized on a...
      Restoring Muscle Function with Biofeedback ft. Mike Reinold"The mTrigger device is really amazing and ridiculously affordable, there's no reason why everybody shouldn't be using this. Some of the best sports physical therapists I know are using it." -Mike Reinold Spend a quick 20 minutes with renowned physical therapists Russ Paine and Mike...
      Top Clinical Applications for the mTrigger Biofeedback SystemWith Dr. Kevin Wilk & Russ Paine, PT Get an in-clinic view with sports PT experts Dr. Kevin Wilk and Russ Paine as they review their most impactful uses of biofeedback to help their patients get results.Click here to view the entire webinar recording!Do you...
      Using Biofeedback to Combat the Effects of Muscle InhibitionLet’s take a deeper look at how muscle inhibition occurs and why biofeedback can be a great solution for preventing the long-term effects of muscle inhibition. If you haven’t checked out Mike Reinold’s “The Sports Physical Therapy Podcast” episode with Russ Paine, co-founder of mTrigger...
      Deceleration: There's More To It Deceleration: There's More To It mTrigger co-founder Russ Paine and his colleagues recently published a Clinical Viewpoint in the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy on the role of the quadriceps muscle during deceleration movements. Previously, deceleration has been associated with non-contact knee injuries; however, the current battery of return-to-sport...
      The Value of Backwards, Medial, and Lateral Hop TestingHop testing has long been a gold standard when assessing return to sport readiness following a knee injury. However, the standard “single leg hop”, “triple hop”, and “cross over hop” tests may not provide the relevant information we once believed. The standard 90% limb symmetry...
      Conservative Management of Rotator Cuff Tears [WEBINAR RECORDING]Rotator cuff tears are a common injury for athletes and average joes alike, but conservative management thereof can come with its own unique challenges and opportunities. Hear directly from PT Russ Paine (Director of Sports Medicine Rehab at UT Physicians, Houston, TX; Career Service Award,...
      Why You Should Be Using Biofeedback in RehabilitationBy Russ Paine, PT | Originally featured on MikeReinold.comI have been involved in the evaluation and treatment of sports medicine injuries for 33 years. I have been very fortunate to have a “true” sports medicine practice that predominantly includes professional, college, high school, amateur, and...
      Addressing Muscle Atrophy in Post-op Knee Patients Muscle atrophy is a hurdle all musculoskeletal injuries can bring about. Understanding the cause of and options to work against atrophy is absolutely critical to deciding on an effective recovery path for patients. Above, Russ Paine, PT and Dr. Kevin Wilk discuss: Type I &...
      mTrigger: Advanced Clinical Applications for Shoulder [WEBINAR RECORDING]Shoulder rehabilitation is a common process for many therapists, with its own unique challenges and opportunities. Hear directly from PT Russ Paine (Director of Sports Medicine Rehab at UT Physicians, Houston, TX; Career Service Award, ASMI 2009; Sports PT Hall of Fame inductee, 2018) and...
      Get to Know mTrigger® Biofeedback: Intro Webinar (updated)Ever wonder how biofeedback made its way onto the scene, and why mTrigger is so focused on bringing it back to the main stage? Curious as to some basic applications of our new mobile system? Want to learn from an industry leader in sports rehab?...
      Podcast: Biofeedback History and Case Examples with Dr. George DaviesAt Combined Sections Meeting 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts I sat down with Dr. George Davies, a legendary athletic trainer, physical therapist, researcher, and educator whose contributions to the profession of physical therapy span nearly 60 years. We discussed how he has integrated biofeedback into his...
      ACL Protocol ACL Protocol ACL injuries can significantly impact performance and require a structured rehabilitation approach. Early after surgery, quadriceps function may drop by up to 50%, making neuromuscular re-education and activation a top priority.Using mTrigger biofeedback alongside strengthening exercises helps clinicians:• Re-establish quadriceps activation early in rehab• Improve...
      Podcast: Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Dr. Lauren Diehl Podcast: Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Dr. Lauren Diehl Today I am joined by Dr. Lauren Diehl, a pelvic floor physical therapy expert who uses mTrigger biofeedback in her daily practice. Lauren received her doctorate in physical therapy from Arcadia University in Pennsylvania before beginning clinical practice and specializing in treatment of the pelvic floor. Today,...
      Returning to Sport with BiofeedbackBy Russ Paine, PT | Originally featured on MikeReinold.comReturn to sport is a hot topic in rehab right now.  It’s difficult to determine if the athlete is ready to return to sport.  There are many obstacles when assisting your athlete towards their ultimate goal of...
      Motor Unit Recruitment & Biofeedback in RehabilitationBy Russ Paine, PT | Originally featured on MikeReinold.comSo how do I re-establish normal neurological function?  The use of biofeedback is my preferential method of attacking the neurological deficit following surgery or injury.New advances in biofeedback devices have recently provided a general assessment of the...
      Podcast: Using External Cueing and mTrigger Biofeedback for Motor Learning and Research with Dr. Joe DeHope Podcast: Using External Cueing and mTrigger Biofeedback for Motor Learning and Research with Dr. Joe DeHope Today I am joined by Dr. Joe DeHope, an embedded physical therapist for the Air Force in Colorado Springs. Joe received his undergraduate degree and a Master’s in Sports Psychology and Motor Behavior from the University of Tennessee. He spent some time after this working...
      Biofeedback or Neuromuscular Stimulation?By Russ Paine, PT | Originally featured on MikeReinold.comNeuromuscular electrical muscle stimulation (NMES) is often used to stimulate muscle contraction.  There is a vast amount of literature supporting NMES for use during rehabilitation. Until recently, NMES has been a reimbursable modality, thus there was much...
      NMES vs Surface EMG BiofeedbackWhen first using mTrigger biofeedback, many patients ask, “Is this STIM?” From a rudimentary perspective, based on the look of the electrodes, electrode placement, and device set up, this is a reasonable question. However, at the root of their functions, neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) and...
      The Value of EMG in Analysis and Return to SportReturn to sport testing can become a gray area for many therapists seeking guidance on individualization of programs and identification of significant testing criteria. What’s the best plan of action? To shed some light here, we’ve pulled together a few references and resources. Below you...
      Neuromuscular Deficit Test: Return to Play Just Got FunAfter an injury, return to play is the ultimate goal for athletes of all ages, and standard return to sport evaluations are tried and true. However, one thing they don't explore is the impact of neuromuscular activity on the ability to return to sport. Beyond...
      How to Use Biofeedback in RehabilitationBy Russ Paine, PT | Originally featured on MikeReinold.comI use biofeedback on virtually every knee patient that has decreased neurological EMG output.  As previously mentioned, we are able to use the mTrigger Biofeedback System to provide a side to side assessment of EMG activity.This information...
      Not Another Knee Injury - Biofeedback from Start to FinishAnterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries tend to get a lot of attention due to their high prevalence in sports and amongst young athletes. However, the capability of biofeedback extends well beyond ACL recovery. In fact, our co-founder Russ Paine, states that the knee is the...
      Biofeedback is Critical Care for Knee Injury RehabKnee injuries are one of the most common issues treated in physical therapy, with their cause being multifactorial. The lower body experiences significant impact forces during sporting activities and everyday life. With joint forces reaching 2-3x body weight during running and even higher for landing...