Articles of Interest (updated November 2010)
Strength Training Works Safely for Children - A German study recently revealed that strength training for kids can be safe and have numerous benefits...if done correctly.
Being Physically Fit May Cut Risk of Colds - Information on studies that have shown that people who are more active tend to be less at risk of getting colds.
EXERCISE & WEIGHT CONTROL: Myths, Truths, and Gender Differences - A great article that clears up a lot of myths regarding gender and exercise.
How Athletes Can Stay Cool in the Heat - Some tips from professionals with the English Ladies Golf Association on how to stay cool on the golf course in the heat, but they’re also timeless and relate well with any outdoor sport.
Treating Tendonitis - Tendonitis can be successfully treated but it is important to note that the treatment protocol for tendonitis is unique and different than treating other acute injuries.
Sports Injuries Put Youth At Risk - The Arthritis Foundation urges parents to understand the risk of sports injuries can lead to arthritis later in their child's life.
Exercise to Erase Symptoms - Physical activity spurs new ways for surviving brain cells to function in people with Parkinson's disease. ADVANCE for Directors in Rehabilitation.
Get moving, Grandma! Exercise fights arthritis - Study: The more older women work out, the longer they'll be pain-free.
Related Web Sites
Active Release Techniques®- www.activerelease.com
American Academy of Family Physicians - www.aafp.org
American College of Sports Medicine - www.acsm.org
American Physical Therapy Association - www.apta.org
Family Doctor - www.familydoctor.org
Kinesio® Taping - www.kinesiotaping.com
Medco Supply Company - www.medcosupply.com
Sole Supports - www.solesupports.com
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products - www.optp.com
Videos
"Oh My Aching..." Dealing with Chronic Knee and Back Pain
Knee pain sends more than 20 million people to the doctor each year. These TODAY Show videos are the part of the series, "Oh my Aching..." and are about Knee Pain and Back Pain.
Falls Can Be Deadly For Elders
Falling is the main cause of injuries leading to death among the elderly. In 2005, nearly 16,000 died after falling. Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports on a growing effort to stop this deadly problem.
