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Category: Stretching

Oct 26, 2009

Stay Limber and Stay Healthy!

This column will address a question that is frequently asked by people of all ages and activity levels…stretching.

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Jun 13, 2009

Muscle Cramps

A muscle cramp is defined as an involuntary contraction or spasm of a muscle that will not relax. The tight muscle spasm is painful and debilitating. It can involve all or part of the muscle and groups of muscles.

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May 15, 2009

Injury Prevention and Safety for Spring and Summer Sports

Soon summer will be here. It is that time of year when kids begin playing summer sports and attending summer sports camps. It is also a time when injury rates are high due to extreme temperatures, poor conditioning, and poor hydration. One concern I have always had was the fact that well-intended coaches did not always have the information or staff to have an effective plan to prevent or manage injuries.

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May 15, 2009

Hamstring Injuries Common in Soccer and Football

Hamstring strains are very common in football, both American and European. Each fall, as the season begins, many players suffer from pain in the back of their thigh when they pull or strain the hamstring muscle. New research shows that these injuries can be prevented by following a specifically designed intensive training program.

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May 15, 2009

Groin Strain

A groin strain is a tear of the muscle fibers of the groin muscle. This injury, like others, varies in intensity.

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May 10, 2009

Prevention of Shoulder Injuries in Tennis: Stretching the Shoulder. Part III of III

Last week we discussed the importance of strengthening and stabilizing the shoulder muscles to prevent injuries in tennis. This week we will focus on stretching the shoulder for injury prevention.

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