Elbow flexion Standing step on one end of the band. Hold the other end wrapped around your hand. Bend your elbow keeping elbow tucked on to your side This can be done in sitting holding the band with both hands and keeping the tethering hand at hip level Elbow Extension Can be done in sitting […]
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Shoulder Flexion -Stand on the piece of elastic -Start with your arm by your side, your elbow straight and thumb up -Raise your arm up keeping the elbow straight -Slowly return to starting position https://youtu.be/couxAPR6QFIhttps://youtu.be/42vWFajJjJA Shoulder Extension -Either attach the elastic to a door handle at waist height or Hold one end of the elastic
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The Quadriceps/ Thigh muscle strength is vital to the stability of the knee. Any condition that causes some swelling in the knee, plus any operation or trauma to the knee will lead to weakness in this muscle. Knee strengthening exercise is important to improve the strength of the muscles that control your knee and to
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Following any ankle injury it is not only important to get the full range in order to walk in a normal way but it is also very important to build up full strength and balance reactions. Any ankle that has been swollen for a while will affect your balance. The swelling interrupts the balance receptors
There are numerous potential causes of lower back pain which include poor posture, wear and tear in the facet joints(arthritis) and injuries. Back tightness leads to pain and this in turn can make it difficult to perform daily tasks. Generally, although uncomfortable back stiffness responds well to movement. The joints in the body rely on
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Sit to stand Sitting on a chair- lean forwards and without using your arms stand up and down from the chair x 20 If this is too hard do it from anything that is higher such as a stool or table. If it is too easy go for a lower chair and perform it as
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A torn meniscus is one of the most common knee injuries. Any activity that causes you to forcefully twist or rotate your knee, especially when putting your full weight on it, can lead to a torn meniscus. As you get older the meniscus often already have micro tears and are worn and thin making them
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How should I sit at my desk? If you are working on a computer 1. Your eyes should be level with the top of your computer monitor. This is easier with desktop PCs and is difficult with a laptop as the keyboard and screen are fixed close together. 2. Your shoulders should be relaxed and low away
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Neck pain is most commonly caused by poor posture which causes a strain on all the soft tissues such as muscles and ligaments that support the neck. A strain occurs when the head is held forwards well in front of the shoulders. For every inch the head shifts forwards, an extra 10 lbs of stress
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We all know there are benefits of having a dog but did you know they make you healthier too!! From cardiovascular fitness to mental stability, dogs provide a whole lot more than tail wags and cuddles, and the health advantages of dog guardianship are not limited to people who have a four-legged best friend at
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