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ACE PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS MEDICINE INSTITUTE 12TH ABEBE BIKILA DAY MARATHON & HALF
Boston Qualifier – ACE Physical Therapy & Sports Med Marathon and Half Marathon
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TREATING A COMMON ANKLE SPRAIN
Tid Bits of Info Ankle sprains account for nearly 30% of all orthopaedic injuries. 1 in every 10,000 people sustains an ankle sprain daily in the U.S. Lateral or inversion sprains account for 85% of all ankle sprains. The Anterior Talofibular Ligament,...
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WHY DO YOUR FEET OR ANKLES HURT SO MUCH?
Tid Bits of Info The foot has 26 bones. Women have 4x as many foot problems as men and high heels are one of the major causes. The average person walks more than 100,000 miles in their lifetime. Toenails thicken as we age. If you have sore or painful feet,...
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HOW BAD IS BELLY FAT?
Tid Bits of Info Measure around your waist just above the hip bones: women should be less than 35 inches and men less than 40 inches. Visceral fat surrounds the organs to protect. Too much of it can lead to Type II diabetes, cardiovascular problems and some...
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NECK OR SHOULDER PAIN MIGHT ORIGINATE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BACK
Tid Bits of Info The human head weighs between 10-15 lbs. Rounded shoulder posture leads to neck and shoulder dysfunction. The acromion (part of the shoulder blade above the humeral head) is separated by only 9-11 mm in the healthy shoulder. Many neck muscles...
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THE LINK BETWEEN CONCUSSIONS AND LOWER EXTREMITY INJURIES
Tid Bits of Info Concussions are a form of traumatic brain injuries. More than 300,000 sports-related concussions occur every year. Nearly 20% of all concussed people suffer multiple concussions. Concussions appear to adversely affect the nervous system even...
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CHOOSING A BIKE AND ENJOYING BIKING BENEFITS!
Tid Bits of Info There are twice as many bikes as cars throughout the world. One hour of vigorous cycling can burn between 590 and 930 calories. Riding a bike is not the most effective way to burn calories, therefore longer workouts are needed. Biking helps...
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NEW APPROACH TO TREATING A DAMAGED TENDON
Tid Bits of Info Tendons attach muscles to bone and help to control the movement. Tendons are made up of collagen which has a consistency like leather. Tendons handle tremendous loads but can be damaged with repetitive stress. Tendons can take up to one year...
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HIGH INTENSITY OR CONTINUOUS ENDURANCE TRAINING PERFORMED TO PREVENT PREDIABETES
Tid Bits of Info Type II diabetes affects more than 90% of all people diagnosed with the disease. Normal blood sugar levels are 70mg/dl to 99mg/dl. Diabetes can cause damage to blood vessels, particularly in the heart and kidneys. If you are 45 years old you...
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INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT EXERCISE
When people begin consistently exercising, they experience all kinds of benefits like more energy, clearer thinking, improved sleep, and better moods. At the same time, people hear all sorts of advice, tips, and techniques related to various forms of fitness. If you...
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