According to the 2017 National Diabetes Fact Sheet, 30.3 million children and adults in the US have been diagnosed with diabetes – 9.4% of the US population. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form and is recognized as a major global health concern. Risk Factors and Complications for Diabetes Some modifiable risk factors for […]
Neck and back injuries are relatively rare in sport and more often occur from activities of daily living, such as waking up with a wry neck (torticollis). Neck injuries that are sustained in sport must be taken very seriously, especially if they are associated with symptoms of a concussion or referred pain into the […]
Lower body strengthening for older adults is important. Older adults will make up 20 percent of the population by the year 2035. Nearly 80 percent of this population is affected by a least one chronic disease, including arthritis, hypertension or osteoporosis. Exercises: Lower Body Strengthening for Older Adults Chair squats Calf raises Ankle dorsiflexion Knee […]
Falls are a leading cause of injury and death in adults over the age of 65. One in four persons over the age of 65 will fall in their home. Falls often result in fractures of the hip and hand. Balance exercises for fall prevention One leg balance Calf raise Hip raise Hip extension […]
As seniors age it is common for them to experience a loss mobility. This is the main reason for many seniors living less active lifestyles. When you’re used to walking around your entire life unaided, learning to walk with a walker, cane or even using a wheelchair is a struggle. As you age, it’s a […]
