Hope for Osteoporosis Sufferers
Fresh medical research into relief for osteoporosis sufferers has demonstrated positive preliminary results! An experimental injection is being developed that has the potential to help the large amounts of older people who suffer from this age related condition. Approximately 2,500 post-menopausal women took part in the study which took place over the course of 18 months. The average age of the women who participated was 69.
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Swimming for Optimum Health
Swimming is a popular activity that people partake in both for fun and for exercise when they are increasing or maintaining their fitness. It is most likely something that you learnt to do at school during your younger years, but this isn't the case for everyone!
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Understanding and Avoiding Runners Knee
Chondromalacia patellae is a condition often referred to as “runner’s knee”. This is where the cartilage located just on the underside of the kneecap (or patella) has deteriorated due to overuse or misalignment, causing strain on the joint. The knee joint feels as though it is grinding when in use. A big problem with developing this condition is that it causes pain that cannot be relieved through rest alone.
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Yoga and Osteoporosis
Finding ways to care for yourself and your body as you age is essential if you are to remain as happy and healthy as you possibly can in your later years!
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Squats: Good or Bad?
In the world of working out, the squat exercise is often hailed as one of the simplest ways to burn fat and improve muscle. As it uses some of the strongest muscles in the body, it is often recommended as a good way to get in shape. However, many people may have read that squats can be damaging to joints such as the knees and hips, and are afraid to try them out in case of injury. The best way to evaluate this particular exercise is to examine what it actually entails and what its effects could be on different types of physiques.
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