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Knitting is a good past-time, but is a repetitive motion and can lead to a variety of injuries. It can put a strain on the hands and wrists, but also on the neck and upper back due to the extended length of time knitters are looking down at their work in a seated position. Knitting is also a cause of carpel tunnel syndrome related to wrist positioning and grip technique in serious cases.
Did you know that by the end of January, 50% of people have already abandoned their New Year's resolutions! Because resolutions are complex, complexity leads to procrastination or even paralysis. So, instead of resolutions that often don't stick, here's a simple idea. Find One Word that you can apply to your life each day of the year. To discover and apply your One Word, here are the steps recommended by Jon Gordon, Jimmy Page and Dan Britton in their book, referenced below.
Would you believe that more than 50% of young people will experience low back pain before they reach their teens? Studies show that a backpack weighing more than 10 to 15 % of a child’s bodyweight increases this risk. Prolonged wearing of a heavy or unevenly distributed pack can also lead to poor posture and misalignment of the spine. Symptoms of “Pack Pain” may include headaches, neck, back and arm pain and sometimes numbness. Consider these buying and wearing tips to help your students create good backpack habits.
Knee pain is quite common. In fact, 23% of the general population and 29% of adults experience anterior knee pain, annually. You may have heard of this knee pain being referred to as patellofemoral pain or runner's knee. Typically experienced behind or around the knee cap, this pain may limit a person's ability to perform basic activities, interfering in their daily life. Besides running, this pain can also be aggravated by kneeling, squatting, jumping, walking up and down stairs, or sitting with bent knees for long periods of time. Since good function of the knee is essential for posture, balance and normal gait, it is important to address knee issues early on to prevent build up.
Long or frequent driving, vehicle vibrations, bumpy roads and sitting in a constrained position can place a lot of stress on the neck, shoulder and back muscles. Here are a few things you can do to help minimize your risk of developing an MSK (musculoskeletal) condition and associated pain.
Travel plans this summer? Note these tips to help your back on long flights:
When you consider the spinal rotation that goes into a golf swing and the fact that the speed of the club can reach 160 km/hour, it’s easy to understand that golf puts significant stress on your body. One key to success on the golf course can’t be found at the pro shop. It’s the physical condition of the golfer. Pain shouldn’t be par for the course. Stay in the game by protecting your back.
It's that season to move your indoor running routine to the beautiful outdoors! If you are feeling unsure about the transition, don’t stress, we’ve got your back! With a good fitting pair of running shoes and some healthy preparation you will be well on your way to experiencing the benefits of outdoor running. Below are some helpful tips to help you get started!
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