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

Elbow Injuries and Rehabilitation

Monday July 28, 2008
The elbow is a hinge joint that is formed by the union of three bones: the humerus, radius, and ulna. Through the action of four muscle groups, including the well-known ... Read More

Rotator Cuff Injury and Rehab

Saturday July 26, 2008
Four muscles form the rotator cuff. These are the: Supraspinatous Infraspinatous Teres Minor Subscapularis Rotator cuff tears result when the muscles and tendons of the rotator cuff become frayed under ... Read More

Back Pain E-Course-Educate Yourself On Back Pain Injury and Rehab

Sunday July 20, 2008
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

Muscle Tightness In Runners

Sunday July 13, 2008
Tight hamstring muscles are a common complaint among runners. The action of this muscle group is to bend the knee and extend the hip; the movement performed when pushing off ... Read More

Muscle Tightness in Runners

Thursday July 10, 2008
Many runners complain of a pulling sensation in the muscle group located in the back of the thigh. What they are actually experiencing is tight hamstring muscles. The action ... Read More

Back Injury

Sunday July 6, 2008
Back pain and injury is one of the leading causes of emergency room visits throughout the year. Often back injuries can be prevented by applying safe back techniques. ... Read More

Ankle Rehabilitation

Thursday July 3, 2008
Each year, approximately 2 million patients are treated for ankle injuries. Ankle sprains comprise one of the most common injuries of the ankle. Learn more about the ankle and ... Read More
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