Category: Exercise & Rehab
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Resistance Exercise Linked to Reduced Depression Symptoms
June 14, 2018 Reuters Health News People who do resistance exercises like weight lifting and strength training may experience fewer depression symptoms, a research review suggests. The study team analyzed data from 33 clinical trials that randomly assigned a total of 947 adults to participate in resistance training programs and another 930 adults to be…
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Noninvasive, Drug-Free Treatment for Chronic Pain
Chronic low back pain: At short term, massage, yoga, and psychological therapies (primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) (strength of evidence [SOE]: moderate) and exercise, acupuncture, spinal manipulation, and multidisciplinary rehabilitation (SOE: low) were associated with slight improvements in function compared with usual care or inactive controls. Except for spinal manipulation, these interventions also improved pain. Effects…
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How to Treat Plantar Fasciitis
By Brad Beer Posted June 7, 2018 In Lower Limb, Running How common is plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of plantar heel pain in both runners and non runners, and one of the most prevalent causes of foot pain in general with 10% of people experiencing plantar fasciitis across…
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Aerobic Exercises vs Weight Lifting For Chronic Back Pain
Aerobic vs. resistance exercise for chronic non-specific low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis Article type: Research Article Authors: Wewege, Michael* | Booth, John | Parmenter, Belinda Affiliations: Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia Correspondence: [*] Corresponding author: Michael Wewege, Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty…
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The faster you walk, the longer you may live
Monday 4 June 2018 A new study brings good news to walkers — and especially to those who favor a brisker pace in their strolls. The faster you walk, the more you may be prolonging your lifespan, the researchers have found. It’s a known fact that walking can help to protect our health and prolong…
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Does Running Cause Further Damage To Knee Arthritis?
The authors of this study wanted to find out if running caused damage to already arthritic knees in overweight men and women that were somewhat overweight. The runners ran at their own pace over a period of about 4 years. They concluded that knee pain improved and the x-rays did not show any more damage…
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Exercise Good For Hip/Knee Arthritis, PLUS much, much more.
Exercise is good medicine. This study found that, “physical activity and exercise therapy not only improve symptoms and impairments of osteoarthritis, but are also effective in preventing at least 35 chronic conditions and treating at least 26 chronic conditions, with one of the potential working mechanisms being exercise-induced anti-inflammatory effects.” ~ Dr. Broussard Physical Activity…
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Effect of Tai Chi vs Aerobic Exercise for Fibromyalgia
British Medical Journal — | March 23, 2018 Wang C, et al. – Experts undertook a comparative scrutiny of the effectiveness of Tai chi interventions vs aerobic exercise, a current core standard treatment in patients with fibromyalgia. Furthermore, they intended to contemplate if the effectiveness of Tai chi depended on its dosage or duration. Results…
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Running and fast walkingexercise strengthens the intervertebral disc
Slow running and fast walking at about 4.4 mph can strengthen the intervertebral discs. ~ Dr. Broussard Daniel L. Belavý Scientific Reports volume 7, Article number: 45975 (2017) doi:10.1038/srep45975 Abstract There is currently no evidence that the intervertebral discs (IVDs) can respond positively to exercise in humans. Some authors have argued that IVD metabolism in…
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Vigorous Physical Activity Associated With Healthy Spinal Discs
The spinal discs have a higher water content than unhealthy discs. The discs depend on movement in order to get the water and other nutrients into themselves. Physical activity, particularly vigorous activity, is beneficial in helping maintain disc health. If the spine doesn’t move around enough, the discs will tend to dry out and degenerate.…