Proper Stretching Techniques
Wednesday December 26, 2007
It is essential to practice proper stretching techniques. Doing so will allow you to avoid any unnecessary injury. Incorporate these seven steps in your stretching regimen:
Warm up first
Hold each ... Read More
Shoulder Rehabilitation Exercise Program
Monday December 24, 2007
A thorough post operative exercise program is essential for adequate recovery after shoulder surgery. Muscle weakness and stiffness of the shoulder joint result too often due to delayed initiation of ... Read More
Plantar Fasciitis
Sunday December 16, 2007
Plantar fasciitis is an overuse injury caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick fibrous band that connects the heel bone to the base of the toes. Symptoms ... Read More
Groin Strain
Sunday December 9, 2007
A groin strain occurs when the muscles of the inner thighs are stretched beyond their normal length. This results in tears within the muscle that cause pain and inflammation.
Groin strains ... Read More
Physical Therapists Prescribe Wii Time
Thursday December 6, 2007
Physical therapists at Ohio State University Medical Center's Dodd Hall Rehabilitation Hospital in Columbus have recently started incorporating the use of video games as part of their rehabilitation training. ... Read More
Phantom Pain
Sunday December 2, 2007
Phantom pain describes a painful sensation which occurs in a limb that is no longer present due to trauma or surgical amputation. It is described as a shooting or burning ... Read More
