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“Stand up straight.” That’s timeless advice we’ve probably all heard at one time or another. It’s worth heeding. Good posture is important to balance: by standing up straight, you center your weight over your feet. This also helps you maintain correct form while exercising, which results in fewer injuries and greater gains. And working on…

A truly effective exercise routine is one that is maintained throughout its course until the end goal is reached, whether that be losing weight, improving one’s time in a run, or getting stronger. The biggest challenge most people face is staying consistent. Why is that? A common answer is ‘life happens’. After a long stressful…

A common request many women have whenever it comes to losing weight is to only get rid of fat in certain areas and leave others untouched. Some may just want to lose the belly but keep the hips. Maybe get rid of the bingo wings (fat below arms) and nothing else. The desire to lose…

A foam roller is a lightweight foam cylinder that you can use to self- administer deep tissue massage. It helps to get rid of annoying muscle aches, prevent pain and soreness and improves overall comfort. Types of foam rollers. Foam rollers comes in various densities and shapes. It is important to make sure you choose…

Most people are unaware of the fact that it is necessary for them to schedule a checkup with their physical therapists. It is common to find people promptly taking their vehicles to the mechanic for routine servicing to avoid breakdowns. And ensure that their automobiles are in optimal working condition. Why then, would you ignore…

The right pillow is essential in keeping the neck in a supported position with neutral alignment during sleep. Without the right pillow support, the intricate structures in the neck will be stressed, which will worsen any existing neck condition and lead to daytime neck pain or stiffness. The key is to find a pillow that…

Think the scar tissue formation like the game of pick-up sticks, different fibers going in many different directions. Whereas, the fibers in the tissue it is replacing are all be oriented in the same direction. For some Moms, the scar tissue formation may not really affect them that much. For example, they may notice some…

Exercise is good for the body, and with proper precautions, sports injuries can often be prevented. The quality of protective equipment, padding, helmets, shoes, mouth guards has helped to improve safety in sports. But you can still be susceptible to injury. Always contact your healthcare provider before starting any type of physical activity, especially vigorous types…

Is your growing child (10 – 16 years) complaining of knee pain especially after vigorous activity or even mild activity? They have no history of a fall or trauma to the knee. Well they could be suffering from a knee condition called Osgood schlatter disease. Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common cause of knee pain in…