According to study, average adults sits between 8hour to 12hours a day. Sitting related to office work, driving, dining, or lounging. Sitting in a chair causes the angle between the torso and the thigh to shorten. It causes the hip flexor muscle in the front of the hip to shorten. […]
Although, we discourage joint replacement surgery. Sometimes conservative treatment does not work due to joint deformity and bone-on-bone arthritic due to lack of cartilage. When that time comes, there are things that you should be aware of and prepare for. Immediately within the first 24 hours, most people experience […]
Alter your posture or position frequently. Avoid prolonged sitting or standing Avoiding bending at the waist while working or performing activities. Sit, stoop or kneel instead of bending For activities that require prolonged standing, use a cushioned mat and wear low heeled shoes with good arch support. Place one […]
Secret #1 – What Is Arthritis? Arthritis literally means, “joint inflammation”. A joint is a location where 2 bones come together. Inflammation is the body’s response to tissue damage. the most common types are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The symptoms of arthritis usually develop over time, but they may also appear […]
Here is a scenario for you: Imagine a mother of one year old decided to return to the gym after having a baby. She goes to the gym, does the usual bicep curls, triceps curls, leg press, crutches etc., pretty much focuses on big muscles groups. She went home and […]
After taking almost 2 years off from teaching Zumba. I finally had my first day. A class of 6 people. For me, that was great. I was nervous teaching for the first time and covering for another Zumba instructor. I quickly introduced myself, so the student won’t walk out. Trust […]
From the side, spine has a s-shaped curved. The neck (cervical) and low back (lumbar) regions have a slight concave curve, and the thoracic and sacral regions have a gentle convex curve. The curves work like a coiled spring to absorb shock, maintain balance, and allow range of motion throughout […]
