I lost 20lbs in 3 months without a gym membership but just by doing what I love to do. So, you want to lose some weight and be in a good shape but not the strongest person in the world then...
Subacromial impingement syndrome Shoulder pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders seen by physical therapists with many potential contributing factors and researched treatment methods. Among various causes of shoulder pain or pathologies studied, subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) is the...
A must read and must download resource on concussion in sport. Consensus statement on concussion in sport – the 5th international conference on concussion in sport held in Berlin, October 2016. Click below links to download free available PDF files. 2017...
Introduction Vertical jumping ability is an essential motor skill in many sporting, athletic and daily activities. It is common in many sports to perform loaded or unloaded jump series for better performance and explosive strength. This is the reason why many...
Rating of Perceived Exertion – RPE Scale The best way to live a healthy life is to stay active and exercise regularly. But how do you evaluate your fitness level or how do you know if your health status is improving...
This page contains health and physiotherapy related terms with their brief definitions. The page will be updated frequently and regularly with new terms and definitions. Co-ordination ability to execute smooth, accurate, controlled motor responses or movements Agility ability to rapidly and...
Introduction Determination of energy requirements during exercise only on the basis of maximal oxygen consumption (VO2 max) is not perfect, Wilmore, Costill and Kenney, (2008). According to studies of Astrand and Rodahl, (1977) and Wilmore, (1977), well trained athletes especially endurance...
Cerebral Palsy (CP) in a child is often known for its varying degrees of movement disorder, positional or mobility issues. However, impaired thoracic mobility causing respiratory issues in the child with CP is one of the major and life threatening problems....
