Archive for 2012
The expression “no pain no gain” first became popular in the 1980s among the body building community as meaning that exercise that “burns” or causes pain is the only type that brings results. This statement has been proven to be not entirely true. While some discomfort is expected with resistance training, pain can sometimes be […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →Selecting a physiotherapist We have been telling you a lot about the wonderful ways that physiotherapy can help you combat illness and injury and return to your prior level of functioning. You now decide to take the plunge and see a physiotherapist, but where do you start? How do you choose a therapist that will […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →Types of rehabilitation When someone sustains injury requiring rehabilitation, he or she may receive services from different members of the rehabilitation team, depending on the type of injury. The members of the team work in consultation with each other to bring about the best possible outcome. While some areas of their specialty may overlap, each […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →Exercising with a knee replacement Following a knee replacement, many people experience pain, discomfort as well as decreased range of motion. All of this makes the task of exercising very daunting. However, if you want to return to your prior level of functioning, while at the same time saving your knee, your best option is […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →Nintendo Wii: real exercise or fad? Who would have thought that a video game manufacturer would actually come up with a fitness “game” that can be used by the whole family? Well, it has happened. Nintendo, the leader in this field, has revolutionised the way we think about, and use, video games by creating Nintendo […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →To rest or rehabilitate Following a bout of illness or injury, the natural inclination would be to rest. Pain, loss of energy, restricted movements will all play their part in making you want to stay between the covers, however whether you rest or rehabilitate will depend on a lot of factors. And the final decision […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →Cheating in exercise Importance of proper technique for maximum benefit. The word “cheating” always has negative connotations, whether it’s cheating on an exam, cheating on a spouse or cheating on your taxes. And with all of the above, you will eventually have to pay for your misdeeds. Exercise is no different. When a you cheat […]
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