In recent years, the trend of working out at home has gained significant popularity, driven by convenience, privacy, and the flexibility it offers. While exercising at home can be incredibly rewarding, it’s essential to prioritize safety to avoid injuries and make the most of your fitness journey. Whether you’re a seasoned fitness enthusiast or just […]
As we journey through life, maintaining balance becomes increasingly important. Aging brings about changes in our bodies and minds, making it crucial to prioritize practices that support physical stability and emotional well-being. This article explores the ten best things you can do to help maintain balance as you age, enabling you to lead a fulfilling […]
All exercise is beneficial. But even stacked up against other types of workouts, body-weight exercise has a lot to offer. Not only does it provide an excellent workout, but it can also help you overcome some common excuses for avoiding exercise, like “I don’t have time to go to the gym” and “I don’t have […]
Tennis elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition that affects many individuals, not just tennis players. It is characterized by pain and tenderness on the outer side of the elbow, often caused by repetitive gripping or wrist extension activities. While tennis elbow is commonly referred to as an “itis” (indicating inflammation), recent […]
A large study recently published in the British Medical Journal finds that active commuting, particularly biking and walking, is associated with multiple health benefits.1 Results show people who cycle to work have a 46 percent lower risk of heart disease and a 45 percent lower risk of cancer compared to those who have a sedentary […]
While most people have an idea of what physical therapy is, many may not realize the wide variety of conditions physical therapists can treat. Physical therapy is commonly associated with rehabilitating injuries and aiding recovery after surgery. While that is a big part of what the profession handles, there is much more to physical therapy […]
Most physical therapy and rehabilitation programs have patients do exercises at home as part of the recovery and long-term maintenance. Adherence to home exercise in rehabilitation is a significant problem, with estimates of nonadherence as high as 50%, potentially having a detrimental effect on clinical outcomes.1 It’s important to stay on top of home exercises, […]
Patellofemoral syndrome is a common source of knee pain. In fact, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians, patellofemoral syndrome is the most common cause of knee pain. It’s usually known as runner’s knee or jumper’s knee. This is because it’s often seen in athletes, but it can happen to anyone. The telltale sign […]
Falls are a marker of frailty, immobility, and acute and chronic health impairment in older persons. Falls in turn diminish function by causing injury, activity limitations, fear of falling, and loss of mobility. Most injuries in the elderly are the result of falls; fractures of the hip, forearm, humerus, and pelvis usually result from the […]
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body. Unlike most other joints in the body, the shoulder is held in alignment almost entirely by the strength of soft tissues such as muscles and ligaments. This plus the shoulder’s superlative capacity for movement make it one of the body’s most vulnerable regions […]
