http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Health-and-Fitness:Physical-Therapy EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Okay, I know that if you are suffering from rotator cuff pain at the moment the last thing you need is some cheery soul being glib about how to fix it, but the reality is that for most of us rotator cuff rehab is actually quite simple. The only exceptions to that rule are if you have either managed to acquire a bad tear or what is known as a full thickness tear. If you have then you'll be booking surgery before you start using that shoulder again. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:57:42 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Rehab-As-Easy-As-One-Two-Three&id=3214168 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Rehab-As-Easy-As-One-Two-Three&id=3214168 When you receive the Seal you will understand the importance of recovery from disease and trauma. Researchers are now finding a way to help people walk again after they have had a spinal-cord injury. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:02:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?In-a-New-Medical-Miracle-the-Paralyzed-Will-Walk-Again&id=916909 http://ezinearticles.com/?In-a-New-Medical-Miracle-the-Paralyzed-Will-Walk-Again&id=916909 Arch supports come in a variety of shapes and sizes. They can be purchased "off the shelf" or custom fit. At one time, to get a custom fit support, you had to visit a podiatrist. But, today, you can get a custom fit in your own home. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:30:00 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Arch-Supports-Can-Help-Eliminate-Arch-Pain&id=3204719 http://ezinearticles.com/?Arch-Supports-Can-Help-Eliminate-Arch-Pain&id=3204719 With nearly one third of us suffering a rotator cuff injury at some point in our lives, I can't help feeling that if we all did shoulder exercises as part of our daily routine, we would probably be able to significantly reduce that number. Eight million Americans are going to complain of a rotator cuff problem this year alone. So what is it and how do we sort it out if we do get one? Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:41:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Treatment-Should-Be-Compulsory-For-All&id=3207605 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Treatment-Should-Be-Compulsory-For-All&id=3207605 Physical therapy can be very beneficial in the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal disorders. Unfortunately it can also cause further injury or a delay in healing when the therapy is applied to according to a preconceived protocol rather than taking the patient's individual circumstances into consideration. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:05:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-Therapy-With-the-Patient-in-Mind&id=3187755 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-Therapy-With-the-Patient-in-Mind&id=3187755 If you are looking for a knee brace but you do not want it to remain full of sweat, then this article was written for you. This free article can help someone in your position. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:43:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Moisture-Control-Knee-Support-Top-2-Things-to-Consider-When-Getting-a-Brace&id=3196943 http://ezinearticles.com/?Moisture-Control-Knee-Support-Top-2-Things-to-Consider-When-Getting-a-Brace&id=3196943 An orthopedic pillow is simply a pillow that is designed to relieve pain or stress on some portion of your body or your entire body. Simply put they must provide some sort of therapeutic value to be labeled orthopedic. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:41:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Orthopedic-Pillows-Therapy-For-Your-Entire-Body&id=3187027 http://ezinearticles.com/?Orthopedic-Pillows-Therapy-For-Your-Entire-Body&id=3187027 You've been told to stay off your foot and ankle by using a knee scooter (also known as a knee walker). This article outlines the main differences and various items to consider when deciding which brand, style and supplier best suites your needs. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:56:44 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Look-For-in-a-Knee-Scooter-Or-Knee-Walker&id=3163594 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Look-For-in-a-Knee-Scooter-Or-Knee-Walker&id=3163594 If you are suffering from a painful shoulder injury, a targeted program of physical therapy and shoulder injury exercises could be the solution. However, be careful. An improperly designed program could be worse than none at all. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:53:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Injury-Exercises-The-Wrong-Exercises-Could-Hurt-You&id=3193556 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Injury-Exercises-The-Wrong-Exercises-Could-Hurt-You&id=3193556 Swimming shoulder pain is a common shoulder problem. Swimming is a powerful sport, offering a full body workout through its powerful strokes, kicks, and techniques. The shoulder plays a large part in this activity, and as a result the shoulder often become injured especially as we get older. Poor stroke technique is also a cause of shoulder pain and injury. Swimming shoulder pain is not something that you have to put up with. With proper treatment, shoulder exercise and improved swimming technique your swimming can be pain free. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:11:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Swimming-Shoulder-Pain&id=2609836 http://ezinearticles.com/?Swimming-Shoulder-Pain&id=2609836 When it comes to Whole Body Vibration, you may or may not have heard the term "load" before. The "load" means the pressure or gravitational force on your body when doing a certain activity such as walking, jumping, climbing, etc. With Whole Body Vibration Machines, the load placed on your body can be moderate or very substantial. This makes a huge difference on your joints, ligaments, and organs - especially if you're a heavier or bigger person wanting to use vibration exercise to improve your health. Let's discuss how to make the load as light as possible on the user. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:45:01 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Lighten-Your-Load-With-Whole-Body-Vibration&id=3178384 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Lighten-Your-Load-With-Whole-Body-Vibration&id=3178384 The important thing with any type of torn rotator cuff treatment is to rest and let the injury begin to heal. Working through the pain of a rotator cuff is likely to leave you needing surgery as you do more damage to the tendons. So rest is the first order of the day. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:23:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Treatment-Exercise-Or-Rest?&id=3200533 http://ezinearticles.com/?Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Treatment-Exercise-Or-Rest?&id=3200533 The last thing on your mind when you have rotator cuff tendonitis is exercise but surprisingly that is exactly what you need to do to fix it. But, before you reach for the gym bag and rush off to lift some weights, stop and read the rest of this article. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:21:44 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-You-Fix-Rotator-Cuff-Tendonitis-With-Exercise?&id=3194009 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-You-Fix-Rotator-Cuff-Tendonitis-With-Exercise?&id=3194009 I often get treatment related questions from parents about helping their children progress from various lower positions such the floor to sitting and crawling or from sitting and crawling to standing and walking. You will be amazed with a little guidance and strategy how well your child can move upward. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:14:46 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helping-Your-Child-With-Special-Needs-Progress-Toward-Walking&id=2748682 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helping-Your-Child-With-Special-Needs-Progress-Toward-Walking&id=2748682 The simple answer is yes, most of the time. I put most of the time at the end of that simply because there are some rotator cuff injuries that will need surgery or may benefit from surgery because of the severity of the injury. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:00:40 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-You-Fix-Rotator-Cuff-Pain-With-Exercise?&id=3194617 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-You-Fix-Rotator-Cuff-Pain-With-Exercise?&id=3194617 Despite being told that I needed surgery to correct a rotator cuff tear I managed a full recovery with just exercise. Rotator Cuff Exercise now forms part of my daily routine. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:59:57 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Exercise-Saved-Me-From-Surgery&id=3185895 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Exercise-Saved-Me-From-Surgery&id=3185895 A torn rotator cuff can come about for a variety of reasons. For most of us it will simply be as a result of wear and tear as we get older. This is an injury that is most common in the over fifties but can also be acquired through a knock or fall or even simply through a repetitive action such as throwing a baseball. This is why it is sometimes referred to as pitcher's shoulder. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:27:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Treatment-The-Good-News-is-That-it-Rarely-Involves-Surgery&id=3190083 http://ezinearticles.com/?Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Treatment-The-Good-News-is-That-it-Rarely-Involves-Surgery&id=3190083 If you need some stabilizing knee support, then you came to the right place. This free information will cover the benefits of knee braces and help you make the decision easy for yourself. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:17:54 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stabilizing-Knee-Support-Top-3-Reasons-Why-Braces-For-Your-Knees-Can-Help!-Special-Report&id=3184616 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stabilizing-Knee-Support-Top-3-Reasons-Why-Braces-For-Your-Knees-Can-Help!-Special-Report&id=3184616 If you are looking for a top quality, medical knee support then you need to do a little bit of homework first. This article can help you understand the benefits of a knee brace and can help you get the best support for your needs. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:06:32 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Knee-Support-Top-3-Reasons-Why-a-Knee-Brace-Can-Help-You!-Free-Guide-to-Bracing&id=3178576 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Knee-Support-Top-3-Reasons-Why-a-Knee-Brace-Can-Help-You!-Free-Guide-to-Bracing&id=3178576 Never mind waiting until you mess up your shoulder, start exercising your shoulders before anything goes wrong. I'm not talking about pushing weights and exercising the already dominant muscles, I'm talking about waking up the muscles of the rotator cuff before they let you down. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:56:50 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Rehabilitation-Exercises-Should-Be-Compulsory-For-All!&id=3181602 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Rehabilitation-Exercises-Should-Be-Compulsory-For-All!&id=3181602 Dressing for success is something that we usual hear when referring to landing the job we've applied for. During your hip replacement recovery, dressing for success means wearing what will help you have the recovery success you need. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:10:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Attire-Thats-Good-For-Hip-Replacement-Recovery&id=3153175 http://ezinearticles.com/?Attire-Thats-Good-For-Hip-Replacement-Recovery&id=3153175 In order to understand a rotator cuff impingement it is probably best to find out a bit about the make up of the shoulder joint and problems that can beset it. The shoulder joint comprises of three bones, the humerus or upper arm bone, clavicle or collar bone and the scapula or shoulder blade. All of these bones affect the shoulder. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:14:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Impingement-What-is-it,-and-How-Do-You-Know-If-Youve-Got-One?&id=3174858 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Impingement-What-is-it,-and-How-Do-You-Know-If-Youve-Got-One?&id=3174858 It's an old saying, "..count the cost," yet it has daily relevance. There's nothing wrong with knowing possible outcomes to a serious choice you have to make. While nearly all hip surgeries end with problem free recovery from hip replacement, having the understanding of what can go wrong will help you avoid an uncommon pitfall. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:40:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Complications-That-Can-Prolong-Your-Recovery-From-Hip-Replacement&id=3153493 http://ezinearticles.com/?Complications-That-Can-Prolong-Your-Recovery-From-Hip-Replacement&id=3153493 Working out at home is not a new concept, people do it everyday. But for people wanting to do their hip replacement rehab exercises at home, there are specific precautions to take. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:36:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Equipping-Your-Home-For-Hip-Replacement-Rehab-Exercises&id=3153460 http://ezinearticles.com/?Equipping-Your-Home-For-Hip-Replacement-Rehab-Exercises&id=3153460 A physical therapist working with a patient in hip replacement rehab will introduce the patient to a variety of exercises; exercises that may include both standing and lying flat. Initially it may seem as if all the exercises introduced are only benefiting the successful movement and use of the hip. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:25:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Multipurpose-Hip-Replacement-Rehab-Exercises&id=3153446 http://ezinearticles.com/?Multipurpose-Hip-Replacement-Rehab-Exercises&id=3153446 Hip replacement rehab is something that automatically happens the day after the patient's surgery. Without hesitation, the hospital staff will begin introducing the patient to different methods of regaining their balance and walking. For those who stay for 2 days in the hospital after surgery, the rehabilitation should extend to stair introduction. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:21:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Necessity-of-Hip-Replacement-Rehab&id=3153427 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Necessity-of-Hip-Replacement-Rehab&id=3153427 Ballet dancers, football players, basketball players, and track stars all have the same concerns when it comes to having a hip replaced: will I still be able to perform? Hip replacement surgery doesn't mean that suddenly life as you know it has changed or stopped. Thanks to hip replacement rehab, life with a new hip can be just as good or even better than before. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:20:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Hip-Replacement-Rehab-Means-For-the-Athlete&id=3153393 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Hip-Replacement-Rehab-Means-For-the-Athlete&id=3153393 To the best of your ability you'll prepare for your hip replacement surgery; you'll take all prescribed medications and follow to the letter any dietary suggestions of your doctor. Most people go a step further and start planning for their hip replacement recovery, which is where most of your challenges begin. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:14:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Benefits-of-Creating-a-Hip-Replacement-Recovery-Diary&id=3153289 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Benefits-of-Creating-a-Hip-Replacement-Recovery-Diary&id=3153289 Virtually everyone has at one time or another sustained a twisting injury or sprain to one of their ankles. In fact, sprained ankles represent the most common athletic injury happening today. Despite being so common, the sprained ankle is often misunderstood and under treated. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:14:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dont-Let-a-Sprained-Ankle-Keep-You-Out-of-the-Game&id=3002204 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dont-Let-a-Sprained-Ankle-Keep-You-Out-of-the-Game&id=3002204 Shoulder problems come in all shapes and sizes. It is probably the most involved joint in the body and consequently is one of the easiest to start having a problem with and one of the most common shoulder problems is a rotator cuff injury. Around thirty percent of us will have a problem with these small but important muscles at some point in our lives. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:14:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?If-Youve-Suffered-a-Rotator-Cuff-Injury-Do-Not-Panic,-The-Answer-is-Often-Simpler-Than-You-Think&id=3169003 http://ezinearticles.com/?If-Youve-Suffered-a-Rotator-Cuff-Injury-Do-Not-Panic,-The-Answer-is-Often-Simpler-Than-You-Think&id=3169003 A Rotator Cuff Post Surgery Rehabilitation is mandatory to help the cuff heal and restore strength and functionality. Following an arthroscopy, it is necessary adhere to a rehab protocol that starts with a passive phase, followed by an active phase, a strengthening phase, and finally a full activity phase. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:48:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Surgery-Rehabilitation-to-a-Strong,-Flexible-Shoulder&id=3160225 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Surgery-Rehabilitation-to-a-Strong,-Flexible-Shoulder&id=3160225 During this decade Physical Therapy has become quite a complicated process, much more so than times past. In the 1950's the therapists were beginning to learn about the Masco skeleton processes and rules for dealing with spinal issues and joints. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:52:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-Therapy-Benefits-and-Brief-History&id=3127102 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-Therapy-Benefits-and-Brief-History&id=3127102 If you are interested in the cost of custom orthotics, you are probably suffering from foot, knee, hip, arch or ankle pain. While there are other types of orthotic devices, those designed for the feet are the most popular. They are basically insoles that mimic the contours of a person's feet. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:59:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Cost-of-Custom-Orthotics-Some-Tradeoffs-to-Think-About&id=3148882 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Cost-of-Custom-Orthotics-Some-Tradeoffs-to-Think-About&id=3148882 It might come as a surprise to find out that the majority of shoulder injuries can be sorted out with just physical therapy and rotator cuff problems are no different. But, before you rush out and start pushing weights read the rest of this because doing the wrong exercises can seriously damage a torn rotator cuff. The treatment depends on how severe the tear is and how you tore it. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:52:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Strengthening-Exercises-Prevention-and-Cure&id=3144877 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Strengthening-Exercises-Prevention-and-Cure&id=3144877 Because the shoulder joint is so complex, many disorders or traumas can seriously affect mobility and strength, which can only be cured effectively with specific rotator cuff training. Poor habits, lifestyle, posture and repetitive motions can all lead to inflammations and scarring of the flexible yet delicate structure of a rotator cuff. Bursitis and Tendonitis are amongst the most common conditions, leading to the infamous Impingement Syndrome, so called because of the clicking feeling at every movement. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:08:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Training-How-to-Get-Rid-of-Shoulder-Pain-Fast-and-Effectively&id=3154013 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Training-How-to-Get-Rid-of-Shoulder-Pain-Fast-and-Effectively&id=3154013 When dealing with a shoulder tear it is a good idea to implement a specific physiotherapy in order to aid recovery. Torn rotator cuff exercises should always be performed after an initial assessment by a physician, followed by rest. A course of anti inflammatories may be prescribed to reduce inflammation and soothe pain. Aspirin, ibuprofen and prescription drugs may do a good initial job to help tolerate the discomfort but they cure just the symptoms, therefore they can not be taken as a long term solution because they do not treat the root cause of the problem. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:07:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Exercises-to-Cut-Down-Recovery-Times-Naturally&id=3136735 http://ezinearticles.com/?Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Exercises-to-Cut-Down-Recovery-Times-Naturally&id=3136735 Shoulder Tendonitis is quite simply, inflammation of the tendons in the shoulder, usually brought about by wear and tear and something that you are more prone to as you get older. It appears mostly, but not exclusively, in the over forties and is an inflammation of the tendons in the rotator cuff. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:20:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Shoulder-Tendonitis-and-How-Do-You-Get-Rid-of-It&id=3131702 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Shoulder-Tendonitis-and-How-Do-You-Get-Rid-of-It&id=3131702 The most common treatment for frozen shoulder is based on medications like anti inflammatories, both prescription and over the counter. They are effective at curing the symptoms, relieving pain and soothing inflammation, helping the unfortunate sufferer putting up with a disorder that by nature takes many months or even few years to regress naturally. But it does not need to be like this. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:34:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treatment-For-Frozen-Shoulder-Why-an-Exercise-Based-Treatment-is-Better-Than-Medications&id=3134462 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treatment-For-Frozen-Shoulder-Why-an-Exercise-Based-Treatment-is-Better-Than-Medications&id=3134462 The rotator cuff is the name given to a group of four muscles that help to stabilize the shoulder joint. Having had the dubious pleasure of tearing one of them myself I went to a great deal of trouble to find out as much as I could about them. I could blind you with my brilliance by reciting the Latin names for them but feel that it would be more help to actually talk about the rotator cuff injuries that can occur. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:07:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Injuries-Are-Easily-Acquired-and-Can-Be-Easy-to-Sort-Out-Too&id=3130621 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Injuries-Are-Easily-Acquired-and-Can-Be-Easy-to-Sort-Out-Too&id=3130621 All too often we ignore pain and carry on as normal. We all have aches and pains from time to time and most of us just get on with life regardless. If we stopped work every time we had an ache the country would grind to a halt. But don't ignore shoulder pain, especially if it is fairly consistent. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:36:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Symptoms-Recognise-Them-Early-and-Save-Yourself-a-Lot-of-Pain&id=3122623 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Symptoms-Recognise-Them-Early-and-Save-Yourself-a-Lot-of-Pain&id=3122623 Custom orthotics, as well as non-fitted varieties, can provide a variety of benefits to people with feet problems and to just about anyone. Even if your feet are perfect, your shoes may not be. Shoes that don't provide good arch support or create imbalances in the way that we walk can eventually cause wide-ranging deformities. No one wants that. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:21:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Custom-Orthotics-Prevent-Worsening-and-Sometimes-Heal-Chronic-Conditions&id=3117499 http://ezinearticles.com/?Custom-Orthotics-Prevent-Worsening-and-Sometimes-Heal-Chronic-Conditions&id=3117499 Manual lymph drainage is the third most common type of physical therapy in Europe and is widely used in the health and beauty industries. It is a lovely, gentle technique that imitates the pumping action of the lymphatic vessels, stimulating lymphatic contraction. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:39:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manual-Lymph-Drainage-to-Help-Lymph-Glands-Work-Correctly&id=1097093 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manual-Lymph-Drainage-to-Help-Lymph-Glands-Work-Correctly&id=1097093 The knee joint is a hinge joint as is the elbow but has a complex hinging action. At the end of the thigh bone is the expanded area known as the femoral condyles, with a similar area on the upper part of the shin bone (the condyles of the tibia), making up the knee. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:39:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Human-Knee-Joint&id=3123142 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Human-Knee-Joint&id=3123142 In the last article we touched on the importance of leg length discrepancy on the function of the hip and the back. The longer leg will tend to bend slightly at the hip and knee to even up the level of the head and the eyes, meaning that the hip does not go into full extension at the back of every step. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:47:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Hip-Part-3&id=3103264 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Hip-Part-3&id=3103264 Now, having read the title, don't reach for the gym bag and rush off to lift some weights because that is not the sort of shoulder exercise that I am talking about. Lifting weights with an injured shoulder will only end in disaster. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:18:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Use-Shoulder-Exercises-to-Recover-From-Rotator-Cuff-Injuries&id=3102971 http://ezinearticles.com/?Use-Shoulder-Exercises-to-Recover-From-Rotator-Cuff-Injuries&id=3102971 Accessory movements are the small gliding and sliding movements which occur inside a joint during normal movement but which cannot be performed in isolation by a person. They are essential to the function of a joint and if lost can interfere with the ability to perform movements or can contribute to painful conditions. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:16:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Hip-Part-2&id=3102593 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Hip-Part-2&id=3102593 The three commonly used physical techniques for the relief of back pain includes traction, massage and direct applications of heat or cold. Traction uses mechanical apparatus to stretch the back muscles and ligaments in order to relieve the pressure on spinal nerves and intervertebral discs. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:56:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-Therapy-and-Self-Help-Care&id=3103317 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-Therapy-and-Self-Help-Care&id=3103317 Arthroscopy, or arthroscopic surgery, is a type of minimally invasive joint surgery in which a small camera is inserted into a small incision which has been cut into the body expressly for that purpose, in order to give doctors a close look at the area without making a larger opening. Another small incision allows surgical tools to be inserted into the area. Because of the small holes in the body and the delicate camera, the surgery is a much more minimally invasive procedure for repairing joints than traditional surgical methods. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:55:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Does-Arthroscopy-Work?&id=3104427 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Does-Arthroscopy-Work?&id=3104427 If you have been injured in an accident you will probably want to get on with your life as soon as possible. But it might not be that simple. After all, injuries do take time to heal and you might find that you aren't able to get back to a normal routine, whether that be at work or at home, for longer than you thought it would take. In a situation like this, post-accident physiotherapy can help to shorten the length of time you take to recover as well as helping you to recover more fully. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:52:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Post-Accident-Physiotherapy-Treatment-After-an-Accident&id=3082843 http://ezinearticles.com/?Post-Accident-Physiotherapy-Treatment-After-an-Accident&id=3082843 Torn rotator cuff, shoulder impingement, shoulder dislocation, shoulder bursitis or frozen shoulder. Whichever of these shoulder injuries you are suffering from, exercise will almost certainly feature somewhere in the treatment but you need to make sure that it is the right type of shoulder exercise and that you do it at the right time in the healing process or you could be doing more harm than good. Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:21:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Most-Shoulder-Injuries-Respond-Well-to-Exercise-But-Make-Sure-That-Its-the-Right-Type-of-Exercise&id=3102837 http://ezinearticles.com/?Most-Shoulder-Injuries-Respond-Well-to-Exercise-But-Make-Sure-That-Its-the-Right-Type-of-Exercise&id=3102837 When treating an injury such as a pulled muscle or sprained ankle, hot or cold therapy is often utilized. When using this type of therapy on an injury, many people are often unsure on which type of therapy they should use. The following outlines when to use either hot or cold therapy. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:12:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-to-Utilize-Hot-Or-Cold-Therapy-For-an-Injury&id=3097078 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-to-Utilize-Hot-Or-Cold-Therapy-For-an-Injury&id=3097078 The decision to have a full knee replacement operation is usually a long time coming. As you research the surgery itself, preparations you should make and details about recovery, you may find yourself overwhelmed with advice and tips from friends, family and strangers on the internet. To simplify things a bit, here is a generalized sequence of recovery that most patients go through. To answer the question of what the duration of stiffness after total knee replacement surgery is, read on. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:22:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Duration-of-Stiffness-After-Total-Knee-Replacement-How-Long-Does-it-Take-to-Heal?&id=3067495 http://ezinearticles.com/?Duration-of-Stiffness-After-Total-Knee-Replacement-How-Long-Does-it-Take-to-Heal?&id=3067495 It is not like hitting your funny bone. A shoulder impingement hurts, when you get dressed, when you move, when you sleep, but you can get the last laugh! Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:05:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Impingement-No-Laughing-Matter&id=3089708 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Impingement-No-Laughing-Matter&id=3089708 Almost everybody who exercises will have to deal with an injury at some point in their training. Although it's frustrating, it's important to take time off from exercising to fully recover from your injury. The RICE technique will help get you back on your feet in no time. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:26:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treating-Sports-Injuries-With-RICE-Rest,-Ice,-Compression,-Elevation&id=3075984 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treating-Sports-Injuries-With-RICE-Rest,-Ice,-Compression,-Elevation&id=3075984 Stroke still affects hundreds of thousands of people every year. Stroke rehabilitation may be fairly quick after a minor stroke but last for months going into years after a major stroke. Physical therapy is essential and muscle stimulation allows you to continue your rehabilitation at home, at your own pace and very effectively. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:56:15 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stroke-Rehabilitation-and-Exercise-After-a-CVA&id=3050657 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stroke-Rehabilitation-and-Exercise-After-a-CVA&id=3050657 Once and a while, a company improves on a product to such a degree that it needs mentioning. There are literally thousands of back braces on the market, from hundreds of manufacturers, all claiming to improve this, or modify that. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:53:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Product-Review-The-Hely-and-Weber-Solly-Spine-Brace-System&id=2820052 http://ezinearticles.com/?Product-Review-The-Hely-and-Weber-Solly-Spine-Brace-System&id=2820052 If your child is having knee pain then this article was written for your eyes. This free information can make a difference for someone in your position. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:17:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knee-Brace-For-Children-Even-a-Child-Can-Get-a-Brace-to-Help-Support-Their-Knees!-Special-Report&id=2929510 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knee-Brace-For-Children-Even-a-Child-Can-Get-a-Brace-to-Help-Support-Their-Knees!-Special-Report&id=2929510 Those of us committed to the holistic approach have long been convinced of the benefits of alternative therapy. Recent studies suggest and confirm a bias towards this hands on approach. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:48:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Acupressure-More-Effective-Than-Physical-Therapy&id=214843 http://ezinearticles.com/?Acupressure-More-Effective-Than-Physical-Therapy&id=214843 Frozen Shoulder Syndrome continues to be a challenging diagnosis in the healthcare profession. Outcomes can vary with age, but one common element to success remains - consistency! Frozen shoulder exercise should be performed multiple times per day to prevent taking a step backwards. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:36:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Frozen-Shoulder-Exercise&id=1350515 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Frozen-Shoulder-Exercise&id=1350515 She asked her dentist, she asked her doctor, she asked her friends and they all gave equally unhelpful answers. So, finally, she asked Google. Who else could she ask? Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:15:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-Therapy-For-TMJ-You-Dont-Need-a-Therapist?&id=3041747 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-Therapy-For-TMJ-You-Dont-Need-a-Therapist?&id=3041747 Inflammation of a tendon, a band of tissue that connects the muscles to the bones in the human body, is the main cause of elbow tendonitis. The tendons become painful and tender and there is a creaking sensation you move the elbow joint. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:37:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Elbow-Tendonitis&id=3035142 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Elbow-Tendonitis&id=3035142 Elbow pain joint limits the bending and straightening of the elbow joint. The main symptoms reported by people suffering from this condition are pain, stiffness and limited movement in the affected joint. Your medical practitioner will check the joint for a decrease in stability of the joint which may be responsible for the restriction of movement. The medical expert may also check to see if there is any swelling in the affected area. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:31:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Reduce-the-Discomfort-of-the-Elbow-Pain-Joint&id=3035038 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Reduce-the-Discomfort-of-the-Elbow-Pain-Joint&id=3035038 If you are looking to improve yourself mentally or physically, proper posture will help aid in both areas. There is a mental conception that a fully confident person has the perfect posture and this lends to be very true. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:00:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Improve-Your-Posture-Improve-Your-Life&id=3048110 http://ezinearticles.com/?Improve-Your-Posture-Improve-Your-Life&id=3048110 If you are one of those suffering from frozen shoulder, you would most likely suffer discomfort even from simple dressing and undressing, in sleeping as well as the many other discomfort and difficulties it brings. Read on to find out some of the remedies for this problem. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:13:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Remedies-For-Frozen-Shoulder-Finding-Ways-to-Overcome-This-Shoulder-Problem&id=3031479 http://ezinearticles.com/?Remedies-For-Frozen-Shoulder-Finding-Ways-to-Overcome-This-Shoulder-Problem&id=3031479 When you feel pain and stiffness in your shoulders and it is difficult to move your shoulders, you may have what is called a frozen shoulder or adhesive capsulitis in the medical world. Treating frozen shoulder is important because ignoring this can lead to shoulder injury and may cause more discomfort in your day to day activities. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:11:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treating-Frozen-Shoulder-Dealing-With-the-Pain,-Stiffness,-and-Immobility-of-Your-Shoulders&id=3028622 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treating-Frozen-Shoulder-Dealing-With-the-Pain,-Stiffness,-and-Immobility-of-Your-Shoulders&id=3028622 Getting shoulder pain is one of the many common body problems that may affect your day to day living and prevent you from doing simple activities even just lifting your arms and doing the usual activities you do everyday. If being ignored, this problem can worsen and may become a serious condition. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:09:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Exercises-For-Shoulder-Pain-Simple-Exercises-You-Can-Do-at-Home&id=3028609 http://ezinearticles.com/?Exercises-For-Shoulder-Pain-Simple-Exercises-You-Can-Do-at-Home&id=3028609 A rotator cuff tear rehab program should include specific inward and outward movements to help the cuff muscles strengthening after trauma or surgery. Pain and weakness are the symptoms associated with a tear, difficulty in over head movements and performing tasks. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:27:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Tear-Rehab-That-Can-Slash-Recovery-Times&id=3026668 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Tear-Rehab-That-Can-Slash-Recovery-Times&id=3026668 Specific exercises for rotator cuff strengthening should always be performed as the core part of a rehabilitation program. It does not matter the original cause of a rotator cuff problem, exercises can help it recover fast and naturally from inflammation or trauma. Inflammations range from Bursitis to Tendonitis and Impingement Syndrome. They imply an inflammation of the Bursa or Tendons of the rotator cuff, which both lead to Impingement, a common, clicking, and painful shoulder disorder. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:27:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Strengthening-For-a-Fast-Rehabilitation-of-Traumas-Or-Disorders&id=3026549 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Strengthening-For-a-Fast-Rehabilitation-of-Traumas-Or-Disorders&id=3026549 A breath of fresh air, a view of the clear skies and the blue waves spell nothing but calmness and relaxation. And that's exactly what you get while visiting San Diego. Endowed with beautiful beaches and scenic landscapes, the city is a truly a perfect getaway to distress and rejuvenate. It is no wonder then that the city offers the best spa experiences, which brings together nature and spa services unlike any other. Here's a quick rundown of San Diego's spa havens. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:27:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?San-Diegos-Spa-Havens-You-May-Consider-For-Maximum-Therapeutic-Relaxation&id=2362023 http://ezinearticles.com/?San-Diegos-Spa-Havens-You-May-Consider-For-Maximum-Therapeutic-Relaxation&id=2362023 Sensory therapy is a type of therapy developed for the elderly and disabled. Some elderly and disabled people have one or more of their senses that are over or under sensitive to stimulation. This can cause difficulties in their everyday living. This article is for occupational therapists, care home workers and anyone with elderly or disabled relatives, who may wish to help their relatives live improved lives, with the help of sensory therapy. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:37:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Sensory-Therapy-and-Why-is-it-So-Important-For-the-Elderly-and-Disabled?&id=2997861 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Sensory-Therapy-and-Why-is-it-So-Important-For-the-Elderly-and-Disabled?&id=2997861 The Rotator Cuff is made up of four muscles attached to shoulder blade and converging into the arm bone, the Humerus. They are called Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor and Subscapularis. They are all strategically inserting in different areas of the Scapula on one side, and attaching to the top of the Humerus on the other, so as to provide stability to the arm in any movement, such as elevations, rotations and abductions. Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:14:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Muscle-Exercises-to-Strengthen-the-Shoulder-Joint-and-Recover-Fast-From-Injury&id=3014399 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Muscle-Exercises-to-Strengthen-the-Shoulder-Joint-and-Recover-Fast-From-Injury&id=3014399 A rotator cuff injury exercise program is the best approach for a long lasting solution to any shoulder joint condition. This is because over the counter or prescription drugs can only alleviate the symptoms of pain and inflammation, but not cure the root cause. A rotator cuff is made up of 4 different muscles with tendons strategically attached to the shoulder joint bone, the shoulder blade (Scapula), and the Humeral Head (top of the Humerus, the arm bone). Sat, 03 Oct 2009 08:42:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Injury-Exercise-For-an-Effective-and-Fast-Recovery&id=3014224 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Injury-Exercise-For-an-Effective-and-Fast-Recovery&id=3014224 Snazzy electric wheelchairs are the latest object of desired by wheelchair users. Snazzy means trendy and up to date. Wheelchairs users view it as a form of expression. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:50:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Electric-Wheelchairs-Snazzy-and-Jazzy-For-the-Youth&id=2985805 http://ezinearticles.com/?Electric-Wheelchairs-Snazzy-and-Jazzy-For-the-Youth&id=2985805 We all have heard that after an injury such as a joint strain, ligament tear, or muscle pull we should apply ice. They tell us it will help. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:18:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ice-Ice-Baby&id=2970112 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ice-Ice-Baby&id=2970112 Nerve root lesions in the neck are responsible for causing such extreme arm and shoulder pain that some patients wish they could cut off their arm. Typical presentation with this syndrome involves looking very tired from sleep loss, limited interaction and loss of sense of humour and the keeping of the arm in a guarded position. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:33:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Cervical-Spine-Part-Four&id=2908433 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Cervical-Spine-Part-Four&id=2908433 Plantar fasciitis is a condition which causes pain in the heel and arch of the foot. But what is it? How do you know if you have it? And if you do, what can you do about it? Find out here! Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:13:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Plantar-Fasciitis-Treat-the-Cause-Not-Just-the-Symptoms&id=2971939 http://ezinearticles.com/?Plantar-Fasciitis-Treat-the-Cause-Not-Just-the-Symptoms&id=2971939 By now we have all heard of the concept of The Core. Yes it was a blockbuster movie about a journey to the centre of the earth, but to us Physiotherapists, it's more about certain muscles in our body that are very important. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:36:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Is-The-Core?&id=2969779 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Is-The-Core?&id=2969779 Leading up to the last major run of the year (Standard Chartered Marathon), we have seen an increase in injuries related to increased intensity of training. An important point to remember is that as your mileage increases (the total number of kilometers you run in one week), any weak points like flat feet, leg length differences can start to magnify themselves. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:32:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Running-Injuries&id=2969710 http://ezinearticles.com/?Running-Injuries&id=2969710 The truth about patches, potions and lotions. Do they really help you get your sprained ankle healed or are they just snake oil? Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:22:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Much-of-Sprained-Ankle-Rehab-is-Mental?&id=2953616 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Much-of-Sprained-Ankle-Rehab-is-Mental?&id=2953616 I wore ankle braces throughout my basketball career because I had weak ankles. My ankles were weak as a result of repeated ankle sprains and not getting the proper rehabilitation program. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:19:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Truth-About-Ankle-Braces&id=2953598 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Truth-About-Ankle-Braces&id=2953598 If you have a sprained ankle and you don't rehab it properly, statistics say that you will suffer another more serious sprain within 12 months of your first injury. For years nobody has been able to explain why this is, but a recent study by 2 major universities have found the answer... Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:17:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Warning-Sprained-Ankle-Ahead&id=2953456 http://ezinearticles.com/?Warning-Sprained-Ankle-Ahead&id=2953456 Exercises can be divided into concentric and eccentric. Eccentric Exercises have been shown to be effective against tendonitis. Achilles tendonitis and Tennis elbow are both treated this way. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:41:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Eccentric-Exercise-The-Best-Way-to-Treat-Tennis-Elbow-and-Tendonitis&id=2953545 http://ezinearticles.com/?Eccentric-Exercise-The-Best-Way-to-Treat-Tennis-Elbow-and-Tendonitis&id=2953545 When I was told that I needed rotator cuff surgery it was the last thing that I wanted. With some research and hard work I have managed to avoid it altogether. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:37:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Surgery-Not-Every-Rotator-Cuff-Injury-Needs-Surgery&id=2994086 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Surgery-Not-Every-Rotator-Cuff-Injury-Needs-Surgery&id=2994086 Having a joint replaced after months or years of chronic pain is very enlightening. It is not long after the surgery and you finally get home that you begin to go through several phases of mental rehabilitation. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:47:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Total-Joint-Replacement,-Three-Tips-to-Mentally-Prepare-Yourself&id=2967123 http://ezinearticles.com/?Total-Joint-Replacement,-Three-Tips-to-Mentally-Prepare-Yourself&id=2967123 The rotator cuff is a piece of engineering genius. It is a group of four small muscles that are located in our shoulder and hold the joint together allowing us the wide range of movement that we enjoy in our shoulder. They all start on the shoulder blade and connect to the head of the humerus keeping it pressed against the socket of the shoulder joint. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:32:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Rotator-Cuff-is-the-Achilles-Heal-in-Our-Shoulder-Joint&id=2890471 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Rotator-Cuff-is-the-Achilles-Heal-in-Our-Shoulder-Joint&id=2890471 The rotator cuff is the name for a group of four muscles that hold the top of the arm in place in the shoulder joint. Without them the shoulder would simply dislocate each time that we tried moving it. All these muscles are all connected to the scapula, shoulder blade at one end and the humerus or upper arm bone at the other and form a cuff around the shoulder joint, hence the name. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:32:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Tear-How-Did-You-Get-Yours?&id=2911663 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Tear-How-Did-You-Get-Yours?&id=2911663 This year nearly eight million Americans will consult their doctor over a shoulder injury. Over fifty percent of those will be rotator cuff injuries. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:32:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Injuries-Probably-More-Common-Than-You-Think!&id=2933280 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Injuries-Probably-More-Common-Than-You-Think!&id=2933280 Unbelievably, nearly eight million people in the United States will suffer a shoulder injury this year and well over half of them will be a direct result of injuring the rotator cuff muscles. If you have undergone surgery, suffered a cuff tear or simply have a weak shoulder rotator cuff specific exercises will help with the rehabilitation of your injured or weak shoulder. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:32:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Rotator-Cuff-Exercises-Speed-Up-Shoulder-Rehabilitation?&id=2933846 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Rotator-Cuff-Exercises-Speed-Up-Shoulder-Rehabilitation?&id=2933846 The phrase torn rotator cuff covers a multitude of injuries. Firstly there are four muscles in the rotator cuff, any one of which can be torn. Secondly there are degrees of tear and finally, how you tear your rotator cuff can influence the treatment and how it responds to therapy. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:31:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Cure-For-a-Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Depends-on-How-Bad-the-Injury-Was!&id=2934175 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Cure-For-a-Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Depends-on-How-Bad-the-Injury-Was!&id=2934175 The phrase rotator cuff injury covers a huge range of potential shoulder problems but they all have one thing in common which is that one of the four muscles in the rotator cuff has become damaged either as the result of good old fashioned wear and tear or through it being overloaded perhaps by lifting something too heavy or in some cases by trauma in an accident. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:31:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Do-You-Fix-a-Rotator-Cuff-Injury?&id=2934201 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Do-You-Fix-a-Rotator-Cuff-Injury?&id=2934201 Shoulder injuries like Impingement Syndrome are unbelievably common. Also known as swimmers shoulder or throwers shoulder it can be very painful and is not to be laughed at. I know because a few months ago I injured my shoulder. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:24:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Impingement-Syndrome,-Dont-Suffer-in-Silence&id=2941777 http://ezinearticles.com/?Impingement-Syndrome,-Dont-Suffer-in-Silence&id=2941777 Earlier this year I tore my rotator cuff. I enjoy being active and found this particular injury unbelievably frustrating. Okay, I shouldn't have lifted the desk without some help but I'm fairly impatient and have done things like this loads of time before without any problem. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:24:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Exercises-Can-Be-the-Road-to-a-Quick-Recovery-Even-When-Theyre-the-Last-Thing-on-Your-Mind&id=2928838 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Exercises-Can-Be-the-Road-to-a-Quick-Recovery-Even-When-Theyre-the-Last-Thing-on-Your-Mind&id=2928838 The shoulder joint is the most complicated joint in the body and is also the one that is most likely to give us trouble. Although shoulder injuries become more common as we age they are by no means exclusive to the over fifties. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:23:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Pain-and-How-to-Be-Rid-of-It!&id=2890295 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Pain-and-How-to-Be-Rid-of-It!&id=2890295 A few months ago I tore one of the muscles in my rotator cuff and was told that I would need shoulder surgery to fix it. Now, without surgery, my shoulder is back to normal. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:23:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Surgery-Do-You-Really-Need-It?&id=2818687 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shoulder-Surgery-Do-You-Really-Need-It?&id=2818687 I'm no expert, simply someone who suffered with an injury to my rotator cuff and took a keen interest in it as a result. Understanding the injury was the first step to recovery. Having gone through this painful condition myself and made a full recovery it seemed sensible to write down my experience for others. The rotator cuff is a band of four muscles that help to move and stabilise the shoulder joint. The shoulder is a ball and socket joint but unlike the hip joint the socket is made up of cartilage rather than bone... Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:42:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Syndrome&id=2519465 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Syndrome&id=2519465 This article can be very helpful in breaking down the types of knee supports into a few simple categories. You can go on the internet and look around and although you can find a ton of knee braces, it is hard to figure out which one is best for your needs. We will break knee supports down into 3 different categories here and from there you will be able to have a better idea about braces in general... Sat, 26 Sep 2009 14:41:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knee-Brace-Types-Special-Report-on-Support-and-Pain-Reduction-Knee-Brace-Sales&id=2461384 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knee-Brace-Types-Special-Report-on-Support-and-Pain-Reduction-Knee-Brace-Sales&id=2461384 Rotator cuff injuries can cause both sharp and dull aching pain. Front shoulder injuries often involve the subscapularis muscle. The subscapularis is largest and strongest of the rotator cuff muscles. Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:28:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Pain-Front-Shoulder-Injuries-and-What-to-Do-About-Them&id=2918750 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotator-Cuff-Pain-Front-Shoulder-Injuries-and-What-to-Do-About-Them&id=2918750 As an avid soccer player, I've seen my share of sprains and bruises over the many years that I've played the sport. Luckily, recovery time was always minimal so I didn't have to experience the extremely hard physical and mental work of recovering from a more serious injury. That was true until a few years ago when I had my 1st of two complete ACL tears in my left knee. Sat, 26 Sep 2009 11:11:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Recovering-From-an-ACL-Injury&id=2981023 http://ezinearticles.com/?Recovering-From-an-ACL-Injury&id=2981023 Shoulder pain doesn't have to be permanent. Rotator cuff injuries don't have to be a fact of life. Using the correct rotor cuff exercise techniques and other precautions, it is possible to reduce and/or eliminate shoulder pain for good. Sat, 26 Sep 2009 10:53:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotor-Cuff-Exercise-The-Key-to-Ending-Shoulder-Pain-For-Good&id=2918778 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rotor-Cuff-Exercise-The-Key-to-Ending-Shoulder-Pain-For-Good&id=2918778 Usual torn rotator cuff treatments include rest, cold packs, and anti inflammatories. In the most severe cases, arthroscopy may be performed, but this is largely avoidable. Ultrasound and cortisone injections are also prescribed as ancillary treatments for such a condition, but best of all, specific rotator cuff exercises can and will shorten usually long recovery times, cutting down on drug dependency along the way. Sat, 26 Sep 2009 09:16:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Treatment-Exercises-Are-the-Answer-to-a-Fast-Recovery&id=2976775 http://ezinearticles.com/?Torn-Rotator-Cuff-Treatment-Exercises-Are-the-Answer-to-a-Fast-Recovery&id=2976775 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.