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Kinesio Tape
Attend a sporting event, and you’ll probably see colorful tape wrapping, covering, striping various body parts of the athletes. What is it? Kinesio tape. This is not typical athletic tape, this tape is believed to help the natural healing process of the body and uses several body systems to accomplish this.
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Stable vs Unstable Exercise Surface Training
Over the last few years, unstable exercise surface training has become a growing fitness trend. An unstable exercise surface increases the difficulty level of the overall routine.
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Cellulitis
Cellulitis is an infection that can cause the skin to swell, turn red, hot to the touch, tender, glossy and painful. If it is not treated aggressively and quickly, it can become a life-threatening systemic problem.
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Exercise Myths
Regular exercise plays a vital role in overall wellness and has been linked to lower body weight, lower incidence of cardiovascular disease, more energy, and generally a better quality of life.
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Plyometrics
Many athletes looking to develop intensive speed and power utilize a series of exercises known as plyometrics. People of all ages and sizes have begun performing these exercises to help develop greater strength throughout their musculoskeletal system.
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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a condition of pain and swelling on the back of thumb and stretching down along the wrist. People suffering from this disorder may experience a continual ache that inflames when the thumb is used to grip or lift.
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Snapping Hip Syndrome
Do you ever hear a snap or feel snapping sensation in your hip when walking, sitting, or moving around? Snapping hip is a common condition. Almost everyone has experienced a “pop” or “crack” sensation in one of their joints at some time.
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Patella Dislocation and Instability
A sudden change in direction whether in sports or simply due to a fall can dislocate the patella (kneecap). The knee buckles and excruciating pain grips the young athlete. Patella dislocation occurs when the kneecap slides out of place due to direct impact or a sudden twist in the knee.
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Staying Safe in Hot Weather Exercise
Working, exercising and playing games in hot weather can be exhausting and even hazardous without proper preparation. Prepare to stay safe during hot weather exercise by taking a few common sense precautions and by learning the signs of heat related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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Muscle Cramps
One minute you’re relaxing and the next minute you’re experiencing muscle cramps. Suddenly your leg tightens and locks in a spasm, and you experience shooting pain.
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