Stretching before and after exercise can create flexibility in joints and muscles, but it is not clear if it prevents athletes from being injured. Stretches should be done until they almost hurt.
Sports chiropractors identify and correct alignment issues, the root of many running injuries. These injury prevention tips from a sports chiro can keep you off the table and on the road.
Feeling sore after getting out of the water? It may not be entirely obvious that you may be developing an injury somewhere in your body. Feeling any type of tightness or nagging aches in your shoulders or knees may mean that you’re not moving correctly when you’re on the water. Most surfing-related injuries could be Read More…
All physical activities carry some risk of injury. But before you retreat to the safety of the couch, it’s important to remember the benefits far outweigh the risks.
Who knew that "working from home" still meant slouching in front of a computer for hours? Add these moves to your weekly arsenal and improve your posture, back pain, and even your workouts.
With the heavy snow Erie has been seeing, many people suffer back and shoulder injuries from shoveling outside.
Helpful tips from a professional stuntwoman for how to fall and hit the ground as softly as possible to prevent serious damage to your health.
Many people enthusiastically start a new exercise program just to get sidelined shortly after due to a fitness injury. With the right precautions and mind se...
As part of an overall injury reduction program, some businesses have greatly reduced their workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) by including warm-up stretching before shifts start.
If anything, it seems to slightly sap your muscle strength
If you believe you are suffering from a gym-related injury and need specialized orthopedic care, OSS provide excellent treatment options available for you.
They're simple exercises, but they might help you run injury-free for the rest of your life.
Emphasis is on trying to prevent injuries rather than reacting to them.
You should not experience any pain while performing these exercises. Consult with your Doctor or Physical Therapist if you have any issues or questions
When you strap pads and a helmet onto your child before they run out onto the playing field, you feel assured that the equipment will protect them from any injuries. But, with the youth baseball season in full swing, we're reminded that not all injuries can happen in an instant during a game - some take time to develop<br>"Kids are young and agile, so we don't think they're at risk of overuse injuries, but, in fact, they are," said Dr. Kevin Colleran,…
Perform these three hamstring exercises to prevent injuries and get faster as a track athlete.
Follow these techniques to strengthen your knees for optimal weightlifting performance.
More than half of all ophthalmologists will report significant neck or back pain over the course of their careers. And many will be forced to stop practicing because of physical injury. How can you av
How often have you heard the statement “No pain no gain”? Unfortunately, for many, the opposite is true: pain stops us from achieving our full potential.
Instagram star and golfer Paige Spiranac demonstrates some exercises to help you avoid injury when out on the course.<br>Everyone’s fitness level is different and constantly fluctuating. So tailor the number of reps or duration you perform each move to your immediate capabilities. Don’t forget to also perform one-sided exercises with the opposite side or in the other direction.