Regular walking keeps you fit even a brisk 10 mins or slower 15 minutes a day will help towards the recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise. The benefits of a 30-minute daily stroll are nearly boundless, from slowing mental decline and lowering blood pressure, to improving sleep and relieving depression. Researchers at the Harvard School […]
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Benefits of a Static bike A cycling machine provides both cardiovascular and strength building benefits. Highly recommended by most knee surgeons this non- weight bearing form of exercise is perfect for anyone who needs to build up muscle in their legs without aggravating the symptoms. Bicycling increases your heart rate, improves circulation, helps you burn
What is sciatica? Sciatica is the term used for anyone with pain that radiates down some or all of the distribution of the sciatic nerve. Some experts estimate that up to 40 per cent of people will experience sciatica at least once in their life. Anything that irritates this nerve can cause pain, ranging from
What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis literally means “porous bone” It is a disorder that leads to thin and weakened bones making them more prone to fractures. Because there are usually no symptoms until a bone is broken, it is often called a “silent” disease. The body is constantly breaking down old bone tissue and replacing it
Most common reasons for falls Your vision may decrease which can lead to falls due to not seeing clearly. Chronic health problems such as Parkinson’s, strokes, nerve damage Your hips and legs can become weaker making it harder to walk. Poor posture or spinal degeneration and osteoporosis make it harder to stand up tall The
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Getting up from the Floor Watch the film attached at the end of this article For those with physical limitations due to age, illness or injury it is very important to learn how to rescue yourself from the floor if you have had a fall. The longer you spend on the floor the more serious
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Most of these exercises need a chair to stand beside. Chose one that is solid and stable without arms. It must be at a suitable height so that you can sit on with your feet flat on the floor with the knees at around 90 degrees. Wear suitable clothing that does not restrict movement Try
As many as 30% of over-65s will fall during each year costing the NHS a whopping £2.3 billion each year. This can cause minor or serious injury but more importantly seriously affects self confidence in older, disabled or less mobile patients. Rising numbers of elderly people are being admitted to hospital following falls. In the
What is Cellulitis? It is a bacterial infection of the skin and tissues beneath the skin (dermis and subcutaneous layers) caused usually by staphylococcus and streptococcus although there can be other bacteria involved. This can occur anywhere in the body but is commonly in the legs. It is more commonly found in middle aged and
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of pain on the bottom of the heel. Approximately 2 million patients are treated for this condition every year. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the strong band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot becomes irritated and inflamed. Where is the plantar fascia?
