Chiropractic Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy - Alternatives for Fibromyalgia Patients
There is a plethora of alternative therapies for Fibromyalgia. Each FM patient is unique in so many ways. We all vary in our degrees of pain, where we hurt most, what medications work, what therapies work, what over-lapping conditions we might have…the list goes on forever! It is important to know what is available to us and educate ourselves in order to better our quality of life and help manage our pain. The idea of Integrative Medicine was developed to help medical and other health professionals to expand their practices by and integrating accessible, effective Complementary/Alternative Medicine (CAM) protocols for the treatment of their patients. This would bring patients[..]
The Horse Riding Muscles and How to Train Them
The horse rider muscles require specific training to be the best they can. While sitting on a horse there is little movement in the body and hence the joints. The horse rider muscles shorten and lengthen in a very small range; this is isometric work, unlike playing a racquet sport or running. Asa Physiotherapist I know about the horse riding muscles. Let's list the Function of some of the Horse Riding Muscles The explanation of these muscle is described in detail in the Applied Posture Riding program. Hamstrings 0 bends the knee. This is the muscle used to gain more impulsion and a deeper independent seat. Quads 0 straightens the knee Used in jumpingused in the rise trot Calf Muscle Not[..]
Creating a High Performance Coaching Style
Sports Coaches all have a preferred coaching style. A coaching style is a way of behaving. Coaches spend most of their time using their preferred coaching style. Sometimes this style works well for them. Sometimes it doesn't. Knowing what your coaching style is and being able to change it, is critical in order to appeal to the different types of athletes that you coach. Using a style that is incompatible with your athlete's needs will result in you becoming frustrated that the athlete is not making changes and it will also result in the athlete becoming frustrated that they are not being coached effectively. The problem is, so often I have seen the incorrect coaching style used with the[..]
ACL Prevention Strategies - Part I
ACL injuries are reaching epidemic proportions amongst athletes from the junior high/high school level on through the professional levels of all sports. The occurrence of ACL injuries is on the rise among the weekend warriors as well. Prevention programs are popping up all over the web and in schools with research showing that progress can be made depending on the approach. This series of three articles will cover some of the best preventative strategies available when it comes to jump mechanics. Landing incorrectly is a major cause of ACL injuries. These strategies are simple to implement and extremely effective. When discussing jump mechanics and ACL injuries, it is the landing that is[..]
Vibram Five Fingers Footwear Suitable For Barefoot Running
Vibram Five fingers footwear is different than any other foot wear on the world . When you wear the Vibram range you will feel like your not wearing anything at all and this brings you nearer to your environment. Vibram five fingers sport shoes deliver a number of positive health benefits-by leveraging each and every one of the bodies normal bio mechanics, so you can move as nature intended. Vibram fivefingers sport footwear are a variety of shoe made by Vibram. Firstly developed as a "barefoot substitute" for maritime and hiking, the footwear has narrow, lithe soles that are contoured to the profile of the human foot. Time Magazine declared the foot wear manufactured by Vibram as one[..]
How to Prevent Ankle Sprains - The Ankle Sprain (Part 2)
Now that you understand some of the anatomy involved at the ankle joint, you are ready to learn about the different types of ankle sprain, how they are graded and how they are caused. Once you have a good foundation of the anatomy and the injury we can begin to discuss how to go about minimizing the chances of sustaining this common injury. A sprain is the term used when a ligament is damaged or ruptured. There two ways in which sprains happen. One way is to put a sustained stretch on a ligament. When a ligament is held in a stretched position for a long period of time it loses some of its elasticity. These sprains are typically midland can heal quickly if the ligament is allowed to[..]
Magnetic Therapy and Pain Relief
Have you ever wondered when those aches and pains would go away? Are you tired of taking medicines to relieve the daily twinges? Do you keep saying I could do do __________ if just this pain in my knee or hip was better? Have you gone to a health care provider only to find another prescription medication to temporarily relieve the pain? Magnetic therapy has been healing ailments since ancient Greece. In today's society, the medical profession is still is on the fence about the value of magnetic therapy for their patients. Most people seek alternative therapy without assistance from their doctors. Magnetic therapy is one of the least invasive of the alternative therapies and is relatively[..]
Training Your Biceps Could Be Deceiving
When people want to train their biceps, they don't realize the upper arm is actually a combination of a group of muscles. When you say the word 'biceps' you must specify which set of "biceps." There are two sets of biceps and both sets of muscles have two "heads." When someone says "nice guns", they are referring to the biceps brachii, which is a shoulder muscle and an elbow muscle. There is another set however, called the biceps femoris, which is a hip and knee muscle. Both muscles have a long head and a short head. To maximize the "look" of your biceps brachii it is important to train the other two muscles in that region of the body. There are the brachioradialis which is an elbow and[..]
Juicing For Vitamins Can Help With Osteoarthritis
There are actually more than 100 types of arthritis! The most common form is osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease. Osteoarthritis is caused by the wearing down of cartilage in our joints over time, causing the joints to become stiff and painful. Certain joints are more susceptible to developing this health condition, such as the knees, hips, hands, neck and the lower back. However, every joint can develop osteoarthritis symptoms. The cause of this degenerative joint disease is unclear, though definite risk factors include aging, joint damage/injury, obesity and heredity. At present there is no known cure for osteoarthritis. However, there are[..]
How to Prevent Ankle Sprains - Risk Factors (Part 3)
There have been numerous studies about how ankle sprains are caused and what factors increase your risk for ankle sprains. In this article I will go over some of the more and less common risk factors for incurring an ankle sprain. While ankle sprains can occur in anybody who walks or runs, they occur most frequently in athletes. There are several proposed risk factors for ankle sprains in athletes. While it can be difficult for researchers to design good studies of risk factors there are a few that are generally accepted for ankle sprains. History of Ankle Sprain. The strongest predictor of ankle sprains is a previous history of ankle sprains. This conclusion is shared by nearly every[..]
Choose Physical Therapy - Excellent Way To Maintain Good Health
Maintaining individual health and a consistent feeling of well being are dependent on the correct form of medical care. Careful thought needs to be given to deciding the right form of medication and therapy. For the purpose of rehabilitating the body or restoring its mobility, physical therapy can be counted upon as the best option. This is applicable whether recovering from an operation or an ailment. All systems of the body benefit from physical therapy, whether cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, or some other. It is a time honoured method of treatment and everybody has faith in its power of healing. It may be the first option for some and the last recourse for many; however the benefits[..]
Rotator Cuff Repair Exercises - Can You Heal Without Surgery?
When you think of rotator cuff repair exercises you are probably thinking of exercises to perform after a surgical repair procedure. What if you could perform exercises that would help an injury heal without the need for surgery? With the right circumstances many injuries to the rotator cuff can heal without surgery. This article will discuss the importance of exercise in the healing process. Once you have developed an injury to the small muscles of this muscle group the exercise program needed for the rehab process has to be specifically designed to promote healing of the injured muscles and tendons while at the same time protecting them from not getting worse. You can't just perform[..]
The Manual Medicine Known As Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a unique healthcare that believes in "whole body" healing through manual therapy that is based upon the biomechanical principals and a wide range of manual manipulations that treat musculo-skeletal issues and other medical functional disorders of the human body. The World Health Organization recognizes Osteopathy as a medical discipline. Osteopathy is practiced all over the world. Osteopaths can treat anything from back, foot, and neck pain to pains experienced in peripheral joints including the ankles, knees, muscle strains, and tendonitis. They also treat work-related injuries such as repetitive strain injuries, improper posture injuries and also sports-related injuries.[..]
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment
An injury to the elbow such as a dislocation or fracture can tear or inflame the ulnar nerve, which extends down the arm, across the elbow, and into the hand. The inflamed nerve can swell and become trapped, causing a condition called ulnar nerve entrapment or cubital tunnel syndrome. Diagnosis Although the problem is in the elbow area, most symptoms occur in the hand and fingers because the ulnar nerve controls movement and sensation there. Both sensory and motor skills are affected. Symptoms of an ulnar nerve entrapment include: # tenderness along the inside of the elbow # tingling and numbness in little and ring fingers (especially at night) # numbness in your hand when the elbow is[..]
Avascular Necrosis Treatment India- Cost Avascular Necrosis Treatment
Avascular Necrosis Treatment in India Avascular Necrosis – Stem Cell Treatment Avascular necrosis is a disease resulting from the temporary or permanent loss of the blood supply to the bones. Without blood, the bone tissue dies and causes the bone to collapse. If the process involves the bones near a joint, it often leads to collapse of the joint surface. This disease also is known as osteonecrosis, aseptic necrosis, and ischemic bone necrosis. Although it can happen in any bone, avascular necrosis most commonly affects the ends (epiphyses) of long bones such as the femur, the bone extending from the knee joint to the hip joint. Other common sites include the upper arm bone,[..]
Running shoes could exacerbate osteoarthritis
A study published in the December 2009 issue of PM&R: The journal of injury, function, and rehabilitation concluded that the use of modern running shoes could cause damage to knee, hip, and ankle joints. The study, conducted on 68 healthy adult runners, showed surprising results. For the study, subjects were observed using a treadmill with a motion analysis system. None of the participants had any history of musculoskeletal injury, and each was in the habit of running 15 miles per week. Each participant was required to run both barefoot and wearing typical running shoes. The results showed that running with shoes may increase the stress on knee joints by up to 38%. "There is an[..]
Generating More Power from Hip Rotation - Lessons from Martial Arts
One of the important lessons of Martial Arts training is the ability to use hip rotation as a way to generate power and speed for maximum impact. Martial artists know that the hips are where the body's 'center of gravity' is located. It lends balance and stability to every move. The lower body is designed for power- the upper body for finesse. If you can translate this knowledge into a better golf swing, you will be blessed with both power and accuracy. Here are a few tips to get you started: Hip rotation holds the key to a powerful swing. Do you want to turn easily from the hip and get more yards out of your swing? It's not hard when you know the proven secrets of golf pros. The first[..]
TMJ Relief - Discover the Secret
When there occurs any health hazard in or around the temporomandibular joint, the phenomenon is medically termed as TMJ disorder. The fallout of these problems are a set of highly complicated and distressing effects, which include migraine issues, cluster pains in the head, a dizzy feeling, sensations of pain at the TMJ joint, cluster pains in the head, uneasiness while closing or opening the mouth and ear aches, apart from, of course, a range of other related problems. All this makes it pretty evident why a person with TMJ disorders would crave for a TMJ relief procedure, as quickly as possible. The present world has seen a wide array of different alternative treatment techniques for[..]
Wearing a Weight Vest Increases Calories Burned Walking
Do you walk for exercise? Many people do. Walking is a great, low impact way to get some exercise. Did you know that you can increase calories burned walking by wearing a weight vest. Like most technological advances, weight vests are moving more and more into the main stream. Gone are the days that weight vests were bulky 50lbs devices used only by firefighters or football players. Today's weight vests are stylish, comfortable, adjustable and allow users to start with a very manageable weight. But why use a weight vest over hand weights or ankle weights? Many walkers who want to increase resistance and calories burned walking will use hand or ankle weights. Using hand or ankle weights[..]
Solutions for Shin Pain
A large majority of runners and exercisers in general experience shin pain. This condition is commonly referred to as "shin splints" which really is a catchall term for the condition. A more appropriate term is medial tibial stress syndrome. This condition is more common in females and is often noted in beginner runners, or even experienced ones that have recently changed some aspect of their training regimen (new shoes, worn-out shoes, downhill running/overstriding, different surface). There is a strong relationship between the mechanics of the foot and the resulting torque (twisting forces) being transferred to the bones of the lower leg. It is suspected that these repetitive forces[..]
Watch the PGA Tour and you'll see professional golfers get upset with shots you would kill to make consistently. Occasionally, you'll see them hit one into the netherworld and somehow escape with par or bogie. How do they do it? It's the biggest difference between professional golfers and amateur golfers. When a pro goes to the driving range, he's there to warm up, check how his swing feels and maybe make some minor tweaks to adapt his shots to the course conditions. An amateur is trying to find his golf swing. Once he's found his golf swing, his battle will be to keep it working and pray that it doesn't disappear once he's out on the golf course. The difference is that the professional[..]
The New Puma Complete Ventis
The Puma Complete Ventis has been a hot selling running shoe during the past several months. Known for its light and fast ride, it is no wonder that competitive athletes favor this shoe. Here are some feature and benefits of that shoe. Ortholite Sockliner - a comfort sockliner which consists of two layers for maximum fit and comfort, fast material regeneration, and optimized air circulation. The sockliner is also antimicrobial. IdCELL - EVA based cushioning material for improved shock absorption in the heel crash zone and as a full length top layer.duoCELL - Long lasting cell insert in hell for improved shock absorption. KMS Lite - Midsole EVA foam provides better cushioning properties[..]
Hogan's Real Golf Secret
Ben Hogan's secret was his extraordinary ability to focus. This was not a gift from heaven. No, Hogan spent long hours perfecting his focus technique. Robert DeLeon, my mentor and a golf biomechanics instructor, grew up in Austin Texas. Besides taking lessons from Harvey Penick, he had the opportunity as a kid to sit and watch Hogan practice. Hogan would take hours to hit just forty balls. He would hit a ball and spend a few minutes to rewind the shot in his mind and go over every aspect of it. Before he hit the next ball he knew everything he did right and wrong with that shot and was ready to hit the next one even better. Hogan fine tuned every swing until it was perfect. He didn't[..]
Improving Your Torso Flexibility for Golf
Golfers need to have good upper torso mobility and flexibility. Common swing faults usually occur when an individual is tight and has a lack of mobility in the shoulder, and the hip joint. When shoulder rotation is restricted the body tends to compensate with excessive spinal rotation. This can result in a back injury because most people already lack flexibility in the spine. The result is golfers will notice that they have difficulties in keeping their eyes on the ball and maintaining an optimal swing plane. During the swing the results usually mean hitting those retched fat or thin shots. Even worse the chances of a hook or slice increases. The tightness you experience in your hip[..]
Quick Golf Tips for Restoring Muscle Imbalances
As a golf biomechanic, my focus is on looking for areas of poor flexibility and muscle imbalances which effect the mechanics of the golf swing and create opportunities for the body to break down in injury. Each of these situations presents possibilities for improvement in your swing as well as keeping the body in an injury free state. When the body is out of balance, this means some muscles are shorter than normal and some muscles are longer than normal. When muscle length is less or more than optimal, swing mechanics are altered. According to Paul Chek of the Chek Institute, there are five factors which influence the flight and destination of the ball. - Club face alignment - Swing[..]
Kyphoplasty, The Latest Treatment For Vertebral Compression Fractures
Vertebral compression fractures may occur with major trauma, such as a motorcycle accident, or with something as insignificant as a sneeze, or stepping off of a curb. With a compression fracture, the bone compressed and collapses into itself, similar to squeezing a Styrofoam peanut between your fingers. How much force it takes to cause a compression fracture, depends on the quality of the bone. Elderly women with osteoporosis have frail, thin bones, which are easily crushed. But even the young strong bone of an 18 year old, will collapse if sufficient force is applied. These fractures may also be caused by metastatic disease, and multiple myeloma, which can weaken the bone to the point[..]
Intra-Articular Injections For Pain Management
In cases of severe pain, patients often seek medical help and advice on the best possible solution or course of treatment for the pain. One such treatment is the intra-articular injection for pain management. An intra-articular injection is one that is placed within the cavity of a joint. This form of pain relief will most often be administered when the patient has followed other courses of pain management to no avail. Intra-articular injections for pain management are administered to patients with pain of the joints of the body. Specific conditions indicating the administration of intra-articular injections for pain management include relief of inflammation causing a reduction in range[..]
Bunions
What are bunions? A bunion is inflammation of the soft tissues around the outer edge of the big toe at the joint where it is attached to the foot. The medical term for this type of inflammation is 'bursitis' and refers to the bursa or sac near the joint. Bunions are associated with various diseases of the joints including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis but usually there is no obvious underlying illness. What causes bunions and who is at risk? A bunion occurs as a result of a deformity in the big toe known as 'hallux valgus'. This is when the bone inside the foot which joins the big toe becomes displaced outwards and the joint rubs against the inside of footwear. Hallux valgus,[..]
Experiencing Pain In The Joints Of The Spine?
What does French tennis player Tatiana Golovin, comedian Lee Hurst or Taiwanese musician Jay Chou have in common? It's none other than the disease known as ankylosing spondylitis. Formerly known as Bechterew's disease, Bechterew syndrome and Marie Strumpell disease, ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic, inflammatory arthritis and auto immune disease, which mainly affects the joints in the spine, the sacroilium in the pelvis and in the long run, can cause the merging of the spine. This disease typically affects young male, aged 18 to 30. Symptoms such as chronic pain and stiffness in the lower part or the entire spine, which indirectly inflicts pain in the buttocks or the back of thighs[..]
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries in Sports
Football is popular in the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. Every town in the Middle east has a large stadium and the game is played in the streets and village playgrounds. with the world cup around the corner, many amateur footballers will try their skills at the game. The game of football extracts a heavy toll of ligament and cartilage injuries of the knee joint. These are the commonest ligament injuries and the anterior cruciate ligament has been considered as the most valuable piece of connective tissue in the human body as professional football clubs hand over contracts to footballers worth several millions of Euros and dollars and withdraw them immediately if the player is[..]
Advanced Oxinum knee launched in Chennai
An advanced Knee replacement manufactured from a revolutionary material called Oxinium was launched in Chennai a year ago. Since the introduction in November 2008, orthopedic surgeon Dr.A.K.Venkatachalam has been implanting it successfully mostly in young and middle aged patients. Two designs called the Genesis II Oxinium knee and the Journey Oxinium knee have been placed in several patients from Europe, Iraq, Mexico & the US. The first patient was a Dutch male who had his left knee replaced in November 2008. The second was a female Indian. Her surgery was the first live Twitter cast from India on the 19th June 2009. Subsequently 3 patients from Iraq had both their knees replaced with[..]