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January 29th, 2015 - Posted in Exercise, Health, Nutrition
The Truth About Belly Fat Surprise: Everyone has some belly fat, even people who have flat abs. That’s normal. But too much belly fat can affect your health in a way that other fat doesn’t. Some of your fat is right under your skin. Other fat is deeper inside, around your heart, lungs, liver, and […]
Continue ReadingJanuary 28th, 2015 - Posted in Arthritis, Back Pain, Exercise, Health, Hip Pain, Knee Pain, Physiotherapy
Low Back Pain- What Can you do? Part 2 Try: Bird Dog Start on your hands and knees, and tighten your stomach muscles. Lift and extend one leg behind you. Keep hips level. Hold for 5 seconds, and then switch to the other leg. Repeat 8 to 12 times for each leg, and try to […]
Continue ReadingJanuary 26th, 2015 - Posted in Arthritis, Back Pain, Exercise, Health, Knee Pain, Neck Pain, Osteoarthritis, Physiotherapy
Low Back Pain- What Can you do? Part 1 Lower Back Pain: How Exercise Helps You may feel like resting, but moving is good for your back. Exercises for lower back pain can strengthen back, stomach, and leg muscles. They help support your spine, relieving back pain. Always ask your health care professional before doing […]
Continue ReadingJanuary 22nd, 2015 - Posted in Arthritis, Back Pain, Exercise, Health, Nutrition, Physiotherapy
Tips to Keep Joints Healthy- Part 2 Full Range of Motion is Key Move joints through their full range of motion to reduce stiffness and keep them flexible. Range of motion refers to the normal extent joints can be moved in certain directions. If you have arthritis, your doctor or physical therapist can recommend daily […]
Continue ReadingJanuary 21st, 2015 - Posted in Uncategorized
Tips to Keep Joints Healthy- Part 1 Move to Help Prevent Joint Pain Keep joints healthy by keeping them moving. The more you move, the less stiffness you’ll have. Whether you’re reading, working, or watching TV, change positions often. Take breaks from your desk or chair and move around. Joint Pain and Arthritis With overuse […]
Continue ReadingJanuary 13th, 2015 - Posted in Back Pain, Exercise, Neck Pain, Osteoarthritis, Physiotherapy
Managing Osteoarthritis Pain Part 1 Exercise Can Keep Joints Strong Exercise helps keep joints flexible and strong. It can also help you lose weight, which takes pressure off aching joints. Every pound you lose takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips. If you have any joint issues, ask […]
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