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
Any condition of the knee that causes swelling or loss of range of motion in the knee will have a knock on effect to the strength of your knee muscles. No-one is entirely sure why but the knee particularly if swollen causes wasting of the Quadriceps which are the main knee muscles. If you have
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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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Immediately post op 1st Day for the first few days it is important to keep your feet moving up and down to prevent blood clots and also to take deep breaths to prevent chest problems. 1. Deep breathing– take in a large breath hold to a count of 3 then release. Repeat 4 times then have
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Knee replacement is now the most common type of joint replacement and the number performed each year is rising. In 2016 a total of 110,000 replacements were performed in the UK which is 30% more than 6 years earlier. The average age for the procedure is now 69 and the cause is mainly osteoarthritis. Obesity has
Pilates is wonderful for everybody of every age and the elderly can really benefit from attending Pilates sessions. Pilates helps improve balance, strength, flexibility, focus and even your breathing. It is gentle enough to be right for you at any age and every exercise can be modified for you. For the older population keeping fit
Yoga Yoga is an ancient form of exercise that focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing to boost physical and mental wellbeing. The main components of yoga are postures (a series of movements designed to increase strength and flexibility) and breathing. The practice originated in India about 5,000 years ago and has been adapted in other countries in
Take the plunge! A water workout is huge fun and a great cardiovascular workout. It strengthens and tones the muscles by using the resistance of the water. Water can also be used to loosen stiff joints and can be used straight after joint surgery. All of this within a weightless environment so there is no
