How aerobic exercise and resistance training preserves muscle mass in obese older adults
As obesity increases in aging Western populations, frailty—which is exacerbated by obesity—is becoming a greater health concern and a major healthcare cost.
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Does Foam Rolling Help Sports Tissue Injuries?
Foam rolling has become increasingly popular in recent years. However, scientific evidence supporting its health benefits is still scarce, says Dr Christian Baumgart, a German expert on performance diagnostics and exercise science at the University of Wuppertal, Germany.
Home exercise program reduces rate of falling in at-risk seniors
An in-home exercise program reduced subsequent falls in high-risk seniors by 36%, according the results of a 12-month clinical trial.
Physical therapy clinic introduces new way to heal
LOOKING for ways to better serve its clients and expand the services it offers, physical therapy clinic Almario Physio Team (APT) has come with a new program which it touts as an “error-free method” for treating recurring pain.
Stretches for tight hips: Tips and how to do them
Targeted exercises and stretches can alleviate tight hips, a problem that occurs when tension builds up in the hip flexors and other muscles around the hips.