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Shoulder Exercises - The Way to a Pain Free Shoulder -
 - Nick Bryant (365)   
After damaging my rotator cuff about six months back I have spent a great deal of my time looking into the subject of shoulder problems and shoulder exercises on the world wide web and have found out that simple exercises can sort out a huge proportion of shoulder problems.
At the end of last... ( added 3 days 5 hours ago.) |
A Torn Rotator Cuff - Nearly Made Me Give Up Golf -
- Nick Bryant (365)
As I am a slightly older dad with young kids I try fairly hard to try to stay active and in shape so that I can keep up with the kids as they grow older. I also enjoy a game of golf, a good walk ruined as they say. I'm not a great player as I am never able to play as frequently as I would like... ( added 3 days 11 hours ago.) |
Pain Stopping Lower Back Exercise -
- Darvin J. Hooey (67)  
Both lower back exercise and lower back relief are very frequent internet searches. Why? Because so many people suffer from pain in this area. Here I examine some of the reasons for and some ways to protect yourself against back pain.
What's the Cause and Solution?
There are two sides... ( added 19 days 6 hours ago.) |
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Should I Exercise After Surgery -
Mike Conley (160)
If you have ever had surgery, chances are exercise has been part of your recovery process. Depending on the type of surgery, exercise is typically used to help you return to pre-operative activities. If done properly, exercise will definitely improve your balance and make you more flexible.... ( added 2 years 358 days ago.) |
How Your Bones Grow -
Chris Maylor (121)
So you are wondering all about your bones and "HOW TO MAKE OUR BONES GROW" huh?? Well there are 206 bones in the human body. Although adults have 206 bones, that number actually decreases as we age. Certain bones fuse, joining individual bones into a fused single segment. Bones serve a number of... ( added 3 years 71 days ago.) |
ACL: Anterior Cruciate Ligament. The Haves and the Have Nots. -
John Platero (976) 
I’m currently contemplating replacing my ACL within 6 weeks, so here are some interesting facts I’ve learned.
· Researchers have shown the knee cruciate ligaments are loaded in the opposite manner from each other during movement and are loaded differently when in WB... ( added 1 year 46 days ago.) |
Knee Pain? Maybe It's Your Feet -
Jeff Davies (147)  
Jeff Davies
There are several painful conditions of the knee that may be caused by problems with your feet. The knee joint is one of the most complex joints in the body. It is a hinge joint, a sliding joint and a rotating joint all at the same time. The proper and pain-free functioning of the knee requires... ( added 1 year 48 days ago.) |
Putting A Stop To Shoulder Pain And Rotator Cuff Injuries -
Jeff Anliker, LMT (521) 
Jeff Anliker, LMT
The acromioclavicular joint (AC Joint or Rotator Cuff) of the shoulder facilitates the largest range of motion of any joint in the body. It is comprised of muscles, ligaments and tendons that work in harmony to coordinate movement in both the scapulae (shoulder blade) and arm. When functioning... ( added 1 year 144 days ago.) |
Ouch! My Back Hurts. -
- Terry O'Brien (2,036)  
Terry O'Brien 
"Ouch, my back hurts!" How many of us wish we never had
to utter those words again? Take it easy for a couple of days
whilst taking some ibuprofen or naproxen sodium to ease
swelling and relieve the pain.
Try these fast-acting Solutions below for immediate relief.
Before you... ( added 1 year 170 days ago.) |
Muscle Imbalance and Chronic Repetitive Strain Injuries -
Jeff Anliker, LMT (521)
Jeff Anliker, LMT
Injuries can occur anywhere and at anytime, but the most prevalent place of occurrence is in the workplace. The reason for such a high rate of injury is that people spend 8-18 hours a day, 5-7 days a week performing unidirectional (one-way) movement patterns, causing an imbalance in the... ( added 2 years 50 days ago.) |
ACL Injury Rehabilitation Procedures -
- Rob Tendick (2,226)
Whether you are a fan of football, baseball, basketball, or any other recreational activity you have at one time or another heard of an ACL injury. Maybe your favorite athlete was sidelined for months with a tear to their ACL, or possibly it was you that had to watch from the sidelines for a few... ( added 2 years 198 days ago.) |
Hydrotherapy or Water Therapy -
R. Wilkerson (98)
What is Hydrotherapy:
Hydrotherapy or "water therapy" is the treatment of disease through the use of water. Hydrothermal therapy is the use of water temperature, such as in hot tubs or spas. The focus of hydrotherapy is to rid the body of toxins that may be causing joint pain and inflammation.... ( added 2 years 268 days ago.) |
Interferential Therapy: Tips for Effective Treatment -
Mitchell Reiff (273)
Interferential Therapy: Tips for Effective Treatment
Interferential the rapy, during the past ten years, has increased in popularity to the point that it is now perhaps the most widely used form of electro the rapy in the United States . First developed in Europe , where this unique... ( added 2 years 337 days ago.) |
Hot Stone Massage Therapy -
Stephanie Macintosh (87)
Massage therapy has been known to have special healing properties, although no one is quite sure why. A massage treatment can be a very therapeutic experience, and one of the fastest growing and most popular treatments is hot stone massage therapy. The magical healing properties of hot stone... ( added 3 years 37 days ago.) |
Portable Oxygen Systems - Tips For Choosing Your Oxygen System -
- Philip Robinson (315)
For the many people who need extra oxygen the last few years have brought many new designs and models in portable oxygen systems. Being able to maintain an active life style is very important to those who depend on supplemental oxygen - and this is one area that can be affected.
The type of... ( added 74 days 6 hours ago.) |
Kinesio Tape -
- Bob Schmuck (338)
Kinesio Tape is one of the efficient ways of curing athletes after having muscular or skeletal injuries. Athletes are prone to get shin splints at some or the other stage of their training. These are quite irritating and painful. Most commonly used re-habilitation techniques include applying ice... ( added 80 days 3 hours ago.) |
The Health Benefits of Keeping Pets -
David Ravech (1,245)
Pets: you can love and hate them at the same time. One moment theyre sinking their teeth into your expensive shoes, and the next, they shower you with affection. But regardless of what they do and how you feel about them, there is no denying that there are various health advantages of having a... ( added 174 days 11 hours ago.) |
The Truth about Back Pain -
Art Martin (99)
Back pain can be caused by many influences, yet most people will blame lifting something, sports injuries, or impact from falling and hitting something. Yes, some of these situations do cause back pain. They will heal up and usually disappear over time. What about the pain that does not go away... ( added 234 days 1 hour ago.) |
Thyroid Problems -
David Ravech (1,245)
The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland which produces hormones. It is situated in the front of the neck just below the Adam's apple and produces the hormone thyroxine. Thyroxine is released into the bloodstream where it controls our metabolism and is responsible for the normal working of every... ( added 256 days 9 hours ago.) |
Physiotherapy Examination of a Joint -
David Ravech (1,245)
Our joints are extremely important for our functional activities, from the temporomandibular joint for eating and talking to the major weight bearing joints such as the hips and knees. Our joints are designed to allow us to move about, to accomplish tasks and to bear weight, a job they do... ( added 300 days 15 hours ago.) |
The 5 Essential Components Of Your Knee Pain Recovery Program - Part 3 (Exercise) -
- Bill Parravano (326) 
Bill Parravano
For the third part of this series I want to cover exercise, or
specifically the exercises you do to address the pain in your knees as
well as strengthen your knee joint.
None of what I am going to share with you today is to be taken as
medical advice. This approach is what I used to get... ( added 325 days 6 hours ago.) |
8 Simple Things You Can Do To Help Relieve Chronic Back Pain -
- Brent Parker (352) 
Brent Parker
Many people are faced with living every day with constant back pain. Others are prone to recurring back pain from performing seemingly everyday activities. This is what is known as chronic back pain and the tips below may help you find relief and can also be used from acute back pain sufferers.... ( added 326 days 22 hours ago.) |
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Do you have knee pain? Genu Valgum may be the culprit. -
John Platero (976)
A friend of mine went on a bicycle ride with me, and after about an hour started to experience severe knee pain. After checking her lower extremity I found she had "knock knees". The clinical term for "knock knees" is Genu Valgum. The opposite would be "bowlegged" or Genu Varum. Since Genu Varum... ( added 1 year 26 days ago.) |
Neck Pain Treatment By Physiotherapists -
- David Ravech (1,245)
Neck pain is a very common symptom and one for which many people consult a physiotherapist. Initially in the subjective examination the physio will want to know how the pain came on and how long ago. Some people can recall a particular event such as cricking their neck or injuring themselves in... ( added 1 year 36 days ago.) |
Healing Touch: Massage Therapy for Seniors -
Julie Northcutt (15)
Benefits of Massage for Seniors The healing touch provided by massage can be beneficial for many conditions, but is especially useful in senior care or if your loved one has limited mobility or is in a wheelchair. Lack of movement causes the circulation to diminish and nerve function to decline.... ( added 1 year 57 days ago.) |
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