Posted on May 29th, 2008 by ratha78
Shoulder Pain : FROZEN SHOULDER :ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS
Frozen shoulder is characterized by pain and loss of motion or stiffness in the shoulder. An inflammation in or around the shoulder may trigger the body’s normal defensive response of stiffness. When the shoulder becomes stiff, it becomes too painful too move. Someone with frozen shoulder may not be [...]
Filed under: ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS, FROZEN SHOULDER, Ortho Physiotherapy, Orthopedic conditions, SHOULDER PAIN, exercises | 4 Comments »
Posted on May 29th, 2008 by ratha78
Physical therapy is extremely important for patients who have had or who currently have neurological diseases or injuries. The brain and spinal cord control movement and sensation. Injuries to the brain or spinal cord can cause death of the cells that control certain movements and sensations, and therefore you lose function. Without physical therapy following [...]
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Posted on May 29th, 2008 by ratha78
Why should everyone do exercise?
Exercise may not reduce wrinkles but it has been shown to lower the risk of heart attacks, stroke, and adult-onset diabetes, or Type II diabetes.
Here are some of the benefits of exercise:
Improve or maintain your physical health
Relieve anxiety
Build up strength
Slim down
Enjoy social interaction with others who exercise
Prepare for an upcoming athletic [...]
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Posted on May 28th, 2008 by ratha78
The knee is a “hinge” type joint that allows the leg to bend and straighten (flex and extend). There are three compartments to the knee joint: an inner and outer compartment located between the thigh bone (femur) and the lower leg bone (tibia), and a knee cap compartment located between the knee cap (patella) and [...]
Filed under: Knee pain, Ortho Physiotherapy, Orthopedic conditions, Physiotherapy Treatment | 8 Comments »
Posted on May 24th, 2008 by ratha78
The computer is a vital tool in many different occupations. However, long periods of working at a computer can increase the chance of developing an injury. Muscle and joint pain, overuse injuries of the upper limbs and eyestrain can result from inappropriate computer use. Regular computer users run the risk of several health problems. The [...]
Filed under: Computer related injuries, Health, Low Back Pain : Causes and Treatment, Ortho Physiotherapy, Orthopedic conditions, ergonomics | 2 Comments »
Posted on May 24th, 2008 by ratha78
The term “ergonomics” is derived from two Greek words: “ergon”, which means work and “nomoi”, which means natural laws. According to the National Pain Foundation, ergonomics is “the science of designing the job to fit the worker, rather than physically forcing the worker’s body to fit the job.” Workers who do more of “static work” [...]
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Posted on May 24th, 2008 by ratha78
Exercise is no doubt one of the most critical components to effective weight management. It is something that we cannot take for granted. Exercise does not need to painful. Consistency is the key and moderation is the rule. Here are some suggestions for exercising for weight-loss:
Aerobic Exercise - Aerobic exercise involves movement which can be [...]
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Posted on May 22nd, 2008 by ratha78
Sounds simple doesn’t it? So why are coronary heart disease and stroke the No. 1 and No. 3 killers of Human.
One reason is undeniably a lack of commitment to a heart-healthy lifestyle. Your lifestyle is not only your best defense against heart disease and stroke, it’s also your responsibility. By following these three simple steps you [...]
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Posted on May 14th, 2008 by ratha78
Tennis elbow is a condition caused by inflammation of the tendons on the outside of the elbow at a bony prominence of the upper arm. Certain repetitive movements of the wrist can cause this condition. It is not limited to tennis players.
Causes
Any repetitive motion of the wrist, including tennis, hedge clipping, excessive use of [...]
Filed under: Ortho Physiotherapy, Orthopedic conditions, Physiotherapy Treatment, Sports Physio, Tennis Elbow | 2 Comments »
Posted on May 9th, 2008 by ratha78
AFTER YEARS OF TELLING PEOPLE CHEMOTHERAPY IS THE ONLY WAY TO TRY AND ELIMINATE CANCER, JOHN HOPKINS IS FINALLY STARTING TO TELL YOU THERE IS AN ALTERNATIVE WAY .
Cancer Update from Johns Hopkins
1. Every person has cancer cells in the body. These cancer cells do not show up in the standard tests until they have [...]
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