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Langford Sports and Physical Therapy We are movement specialists who understand that pain-free movement is essential to living your life We don’t just hand you a plan.

As a partner in your physical health journey, we’re here to assist you and make the process as easy as possible. We work with you on a personal level to ensure a therapy plan meets your needs and abilities. We are emotionally invested in seeing you succeed. You’ll see a difference from your first visit. Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaA-u3uBN4Nxc88i4VqI98A

10/15/2026

💪 Are you losing power as you age?

We all know strength is important as we get older, but what about muscle power?

Power isn’t just about being strong. It’s about how quickly your muscles can generate force! While power is essential for explosive movements like jumping and running, it also plays a major role in everyday activities like getting out of a chair, rising from the floor, or climbing stairs.

As we age, our fast-twitch (Type II) muscle fibers tend to decline more rapidly than our slow-twitch (Type I) fibers, making it increasingly important to train both strength AND power.

At Langford, we incorporate quick, controlled, explosive movements with appropriate resistance to help maintain muscle power, improve functional mobility, and support independence as we age.

Have you noticed yourself or a loved one slowing down or struggling with everyday movements? Power training might be the missing piece!

📞 Give us a call to schedule an initial evaluation and learn how physical therapy can help you stay strong, powerful, and independent!

Strong work, Team Langford! 💪🔥Lisa and Cesca represented Langford at the 2026 Samson Challenge at the JCC, taking on 11 ...
10/04/2026

Strong work, Team Langford! 💪🔥

Lisa and Cesca represented Langford at the 2026 Samson Challenge at the JCC, taking on 11 events that put their strength, endurance, and teamwork to the test!

We were also proud to sponsor this year’s event and support a fun day of fitness, competition, and community. There’s nothing like practicing what we preach and getting out there to move, compete, and challenge ourselves! 🏋️‍♀️

Way to show up and represent Team Langford, Lisa and Cesca! 👏

09/25/2026

🏐🏀 Jumping is only half the skill. How well can you LAND?

If your knees are sore after a day of playing your sport, the problem may not be the jumping itself. Your body may not be prepared to repeatedly absorb the forces of landing.

Strong, controlled landings require:
• Quad strength to control knee flexion
• Good knee tracking as you absorb load
• Hip strength and control to help decelerate your body
• Adequate hip and knee flexion to absorb force
• Progression from double-leg → single-leg landing to match the demands of your sport

Here are 3 ways we can train it:

1️⃣ Band-Assisted Jumps
Offload some body weight while practicing quick, repetitive landings and gradually absorbing into deeper hip and knee flexion.

2️⃣ Drop Jumps
Drop from an elevated surface and stick the landing, focusing on eccentric quad control, good hip and knee positioning, and a quiet landing.

3️⃣ Split Squat Jumps
Progress toward single-leg demands while challenging your ability to repeatedly produce AND absorb force with control.

Whether you play volleyball, basketball, track & field, or another jumping sport, don’t just train how high you can jump. Train how well you can land.

And if jumping, landing, or playing your sport is consistently painful, don’t just push through it. A physical therapist can help identify what’s contributing to your symptoms and build a plan to address those deficits while keeping you active in your sport.

📌 Save this post for your next training session!

🚴 Big weekend for Team Langford! 🚴Congratulations to Julie and Ryan for taking on the 25th Annual Tour de Acoma this wee...
09/14/2026

🚴 Big weekend for Team Langford! 🚴

Congratulations to Julie and Ryan for taking on the 25th Annual Tour de Acoma this weekend! The Tour de Acoma takes riders through the beautiful Acoma Pueblo Reservation, with challenging 25-, 50-, and 100-mile routes.

👏 Ryan completed the 50-mile ride, putting in some serious miles and earning that finish!

🥈 Julie competed in the 25-mile race and finished 2nd female overall! An incredible accomplishment and a well-earned spot on the podium!

We love seeing our Langford team out there practicing what we preach and finding their own ways to stay active, challenge themselves, and keep moving.

Way to represent, Julie and Ryan! 💪🚴

08/29/2026

Dizziness and Vertigo aren’t the same thing!

Many people use the terms dizziness and vertigo interchangeably—but they actually describe different sensations.

🔹 Dizziness is a broad term that can include:
• Feeling lightheaded
• Feeling off balance or unsteady
• Feeling like you might faint

🔹 Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness where you feel like you or the room is spinning or moving, even when you’re standing still.

Why does this matter? Because different symptoms often point to different causes—and the right treatment depends on finding the source.

Many causes of dizziness and vertigo can improve with a thorough evaluation and individualized physical therapy, especially when the inner ear or balance system is involved.

If dizziness or vertigo is interfering with your daily activities, don’t ignore it. We can help determine what’s contributing to your symptoms and guide you toward the right treatment.

Always learning. Always improving. 💡Chris recently led a skills lab at our Nob Hill clinic focused on Achilles tendinopa...
08/21/2026

Always learning. Always improving. 💡

Chris recently led a skills lab at our Nob Hill clinic focused on Achilles tendinopathy rehab—reviewing assessment, loading strategies, exercise progressions, and ways to help patients safely return to the activities they love.

These hands-on labs give our team the opportunity to collaborate, share knowledge, and continue sharpening the skills we use every day in the clinic. 💪

A big thank you to Chris for leading the discussion and helping our team continue to grow!

08/19/2026

Every PT clinic has that call at the end of the day… 👀

📞 “Hey! We had an opening… any chance you can come in a little earlier?”

We promise we’re not trying to ruin your day… we’re just hoping to get you in sooner (and maybe get everyone home a little earlier too 😅).

If you can make it, awesome. If not, no worries—we’ll see you at your scheduled appointment! 😂

08/16/2026

Love swimming, but worry about getting out of the pool?

One of the most common concerns we hear from patients is feeling strong enough to exit the pool without relying on the ladder or stairs. The good news strength can be built! With the right exercises you can feel more confident in both in and out of the water.

Some of the exercises we commonly used to help improve the strength needed for getting out of the pool include:
🏊 elevated planks
🏊 elevated push-ups
🏊 tricep push-ups
🏊 lap pull downs
🏊 chair dips
🏊 high step ups

If getting in and out of the pool is holding me back from enjoying lap, swimming or aquatic, exercise, or physical, therapist can assess your strength identify areas to improve and create a plan tailored to your goals.

📞 ready to dive back in with confidence? Give us a call to schedule an evaluation today!

08/03/2026

POV: When you’re just trying to find the foot pedal, but your body decides it’s time to hit the Stanky Leg. 💃😂

Every PT knows the struggle.

07/29/2026

⚖️ Want to make your single-leg balance training more functional?

Standing on one leg isn’t just a balance exercise, it’s a skill you use every day.

Single-leg stability helps you confidently shift your weight while walking, navigate stairs and curbs, step over obstacles, and reduce your risk of falls. The stronger and more stable you are on one leg, the more efficient and confident your movement becomes.

Looking to level up your balance? Try incorporating these functional exercises:
✔️ Forward alternating step taps
✔️ Lateral alternating step taps
✔️ Single-leg object taps
✔️ Isometric clamshell
✔️ Runner’s step-ups

These exercises are for general education and may not be appropriate for everyone. If you’re unsure whether they’re right for you, consult a physical therapist before trying them.

If you’re struggling with single-leg balance or have difficulty walking, climbing stairs, or stepping on and off curbs, our team is here to help. We’ll assess your strength, balance, and movement to create a personalized plan that helps you move with confidence.

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📞 Call today to schedule an evaluation!

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4400 Lead Avenue SE
Albuquerque, NM
87108

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Monday 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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