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From Laura Inverarity, D.O., for About.com

Stretches for Golfers

Monday April 24, 2006
Stretching before your golf game can add yards to your shot as well as decrease the risk of sustaining an injury during play. Learn some basic golf stretches in ... Read More

Managing Acute Injuries

Saturday April 22, 2006
With summer weather there is an increase in outdoor activities such as running, hiking, soccer, and baseball. As a result, there is a greater potential for ankle, knee, hip, ... Read More

Diastisis Recti

Saturday April 15, 2006
Diastisis recti is a medical disorder that involves a separation of the right and left rectus abdominus muscle. It commonly occurs during pregnancy due to the expanding uterus under the ... Read More

Types of Physical Therapy Jobs

Monday April 10, 2006
One of the benefits of being a physical therapist is the variety of job settings there are to choose from. In my article on physical therapy jobs, I discuss some ... Read More

Gluteal Sets

Wednesday April 5, 2006
Gluteal sets are easy exercises that help strengthen the gluteal muscles of the hip. Strong gluteal muscles help in hip extension as well as joint stabilization. These exercises are very ... Read More

Abdominal Strengthening

Sunday April 2, 2006
The abdominal muscles help stabilize the trunk, provide organ stability, and assist in flexion and rotation of the torso. Strengthening of these muscles help to support the body's frame and ... Read More
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