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Poor Posture: Fixing It Before It Becomes a Problem
Our posture and alignment are extremely important to our bodies and how they work. If we slump forward, slouch and have our shoulders rounded forward these muscles will suffer.
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Shoulder Pain and Injury in the Adaptive Athlete
Based on the mechanics of adaptive sports, there is a much higher risk of upper extremity and shoulder injury in athletes with physical disabilities. The best strategy for combating these injuries is appropriate injury prevention strategies and training.
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Scapular Dyskinesis
For most people, the scapula moves in abnormal ways due to the repetitive use of the shoulder. These changes, though sometimes asymptomatic, can increase the chances of injury.
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Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy
Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, also known as Landouzy-Dejerine, causes severe weakness in muscles of the face, shoulders and back.
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Yoga for Period Pain
This Helping Hand™ explains how yoga can help with period pain and instructions for common yoga poses.
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Bursitis
Bursitis is swelling or irritation of a bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between tendons, ligaments, bones, and skin.
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Exercises: Upper Extremities Infant (Passive)
Range of motion exercises help keep your baby's joints and muscles loose and easy to move. An exercise program is planned for each child’s needs.
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Swimming Stroke Evaluations
Swimmers experiencing pain or other symptoms may benefit from a swimming stroke evaluation.
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Hockey Injuries: Know the Risks
Hockey season is in full swing and the excitement for end of the season tournaments is just around the corner. For players, parents, and coaches alike, it is important to be aware of the most common injuries that can happen on the ice.
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How to Choose the Right Backpack
With the summer quickly coming to an end, many of us are getting ready for the school year which means shopping for that school supply list. As your child oohs and ahs over backpacks featuring his or her favorite colors and characters, you should also look for a backpack that is safe for your child