Morning Stretching Exercises
Wednesday March 30, 2005
Stretching in the morning is a great way to "waken" up your muscles, and get them ready for the day. Stretching losens up your body while increasing blood flow ... Read More
Maximum Heart Rate
Monday March 28, 2005
Planning on starting an endurance training program? How do you know what intensity you should be working out at? A good place to start is to calculate your maximum heart ... Read More
Human Anatomy- The Knee
Friday March 25, 2005
The knee joint, medically known as the tibiofemoral joint, is the largest joint in the body. Four stong ligaments surround the knee and help support it during daily activities. ... Read More
Kegel Exercises
Thursday March 24, 2005
Kegel's are a specific type of exercise that target the muscles of the pelvic floor. These muscles support the rectum, vagina, and the urethra in the pelvis. Strengthening the pelvic ... Read More
Spinal Stenosis
Sunday March 20, 2005
Spinal stenosis refers to a narrowing of the spinal canal. This causes compression of the spinal cord and nerve roots. As a result, radicular pain, paresthesias, and muscle ... Read More
Herniated Disc
Tuesday March 15, 2005
A herniated disc is often referred to as a "slipped" or ruptured disc. But what exactly does this mean? Read this brief overview to learn more about herniated discs ... Read More
Common Causes of Back Pain
Sunday March 13, 2005
If you suffer from back pain, you are far from being alone. Four out of five adults experience the symptoms of low back pain at least once in their lifetime. ... Read More
DVT-Deep Vein Thrombosis
Friday March 11, 2005
March is deep vein thrombosis month. Increase your awareness of this blood disorder. Read my glossary to learn what DVT means, and the danger associated with it.
Compartment Syndrome
Wednesday March 9, 2005
Compartment syndrome is a medical emergency. It occurs when pressure builds up in one of the fascial muscular compartments of the body. This is a painful condition that can lead ... Read More
Stress Fractures
Monday March 7, 2005
A stress fracture is an overuse injury that results when muscles are over worked. As a result, a small crack develops in the bone. Learn more about stress ... Read More
Exercising During Pregnancy
Wednesday March 2, 2005
There are many safe activities that can be performed while pregnant. Learn what activities you can perform to help keep you in shape through out your pregnancy.
Torticollis
Tuesday March 1, 2005
Torticollis is a medical disorder found in children. Read the definition of torticollis to learn more about this condition.