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Recipe
for Success by Kevin M. Cronin, PT, ATC, JSCC, Advanced
Rehabilitation Clinics, Inc. - Is the neuromuscular approach to
painful soft tissue conditions the missing ingredient in physical
therapy? (Reprinted from M.D. News.)
Healthy Advice for Navigating
the Hazards of an Active Lifestyle - Many experts agree
that regular physical activity is the best medicine for improving
and maintaining one's health. The challenge for most of us who are
either currently engaged in an active lifestyle, or considering
one, is to find activities that are at least somewhat enjoyable
while at the same time safe and effective.
Pregnancy and Low Back Pain
- Obstetric low back pain is a common complaint during
and following pregnancy. Although some think low back pain in pregnancy
is just fatigue, the fact is, there are biomechanical aid hormonal
changes which can cause this prevalent problem.
Nutritional Immunology -
According to most longevity experts, the human body can easily remain
vital for as long as 100 years. If this is true, why aren't we living
longer? What are we doing wrong, and what can we do right to preserve
our health and youth, and live longer, more vibrant lives?
Cycling - Proper Mechanics
for an Easy Ride - Are you ready for a new fitness routine? Why
not give cycling a try? If you do, here's how to maintain good riding
position to increase efficiency and decrease fatigue and stress
on muscles and joints.
Tips for Maximum Safety When
Exercising - These tips should help you exercise more
safely and avoid injury.
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Walking
and Health - Almost everybody knows that one of the
easiest ways to get exercise is by taking a walk. But for Americans,
walking has become an increasingly rare practice. The article explains
why, as well as how important walking can be to our overall health.
Desktop
Fitness Part 1
- Tips to reduce neck, back and arm stress while working at a desk
or computer work station.
Desktop
Fitness Part 2: The One Minute Muscle Manager - Working
at a desk or computer station all day is physically demanding. Learning
how to reduce strain in the neck, shoulders, and low back will help
to make you more comfortable, healthy, and efficient on the job.
No
Proper Sleep...No Health and Wellness. Know Proper Sleep...Know
Health and Wellness - Without adequate restful sleep,
optimal health and wellness cannot be achieved. Yet, the fact remains
that most people do not get the sleep they need. Perhaps even more
troubling, according to the National Sleep Foundation, most people
are not aware how sleepy they actually are, or how much their lack
of good sleep impairs their daily functioning.
Beginning
Running 101 - If you have never run before or are coming
off an extended layoff, you are more likely to injure yourself than
someone who has been running regularly. If you follow these guidelines,
you will minimize your chance for injury and maximize your improvements.
Running
Shoes 101 - As the temperature begins to rise and the
days get longer, many people shake the dust off their running shoes
and hit the pavement. But before returning to your pre-winter mileage,
following a few simple suggestions will help you to ease back into
the season safely and without injury.
Starting
an Exercise Program - The start of a new year is the
time many people pledge to begin exercising. There are several things
you can do that will help you start exercising and keep you exercising
safely.
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Other Resources
LifeStart
Wellness Network delivers comprehensive, medically-advised
health, fitness and wellness services and education to corporations
and individuals. Advanced Rehabilitation Clinics, Inc. recently
expanded into the LifeStart Wellness Centers.
Augmented
Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTM) is a leading edge,
non-invasive treatment that stimulates the body's capacity for healing.
ARC physical therapists are certified in the use of this technique.
NewBalance
Shoes-Chicago 10% discount on New Balance shoes
McKenzie
Institute Low back treatment technique
Jones Institute-Strain/Counterstrain Info on this miraculous
technique
Michigan Head Pain
and Neuro. Institute
Chicago Area
Runner’s Association
Titleist Performance Institute Golf performance institute
Advanced Rehab
Systems P.T. products Purchase physical therapy related
products
Relax
The Back Stores Purchase back and neck comfort products
Chicago
Home Fitness Equipment
The
Institute of Physical Art
The North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy
Team in Training Runner’s training for races
efi Sports Medicine
Hot on 1 Salsa
David Grotto, RD, LDN
Illinois Animal Rescue
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