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Pain Management and Brain Wellness The brain is the most important organ in all human beings. This is so because, it is involved in the process of thinking, how people act, how they perceive things and more also how they relate to each other. It is said that with a better brain the outcomes are a better life. Therefore, the brain coordinates other parts of the body hence all that people do is determined by the brain (Arloski, 2014). This study is primarily directed towards health and wellness…

may be needed. Follow these instructions at home: Rest and protect your back as much as possible. Change positions when you sit, stand, and lie. This can help take pressure off your nerves. Follow instructions from your doctor about what exercises to do. Do exercises to: Strengthen the middle part of your body. Build your energy (endurance). Develop good joint movement (range of motion). Lose weight if your doctor suggests…

are a few things they should make a priority. Seniors Should Look for Communities that Promote Active Lifestyles One of the best ways seniors can ensure that they meet or exceed the average lifespan within the United States is by remaining active. Exercise routines and hobbies allow seniors to occupy their time and seniors can benefit both…

are usually self-employed and may work for a number of health and fitness facilities. To work in this sector, you must be accredited with a Certificate III in Fitness, however a Certificate IV will allow you to obtain specialised roles such as in exercise therapy.…

Swedish Massage The Swedish massage style, which actually originated from a Dutch massage expert Ohann Georg Mezger, features massage techniques such as kneading, sliding, friction, vibration, and rhythmic tapping to in order to reduce pain, joint stiffness, and fix mobility issues in patients suffering from musculoskeletal problems. Medical Analysis When you first entre your massage therapist’s office, they will ask detailed questions about your general health and any specific medical…

Alexis Griffin is the Clinical Director and a Physical Therapist at Performance in Motion. She works with clients who have sustained serious injuries and need rehab. Alexis and the team at Performance in Motion also work with populations who aren’t injured are seeking to improve their sports performance. I chose Alexis because a friend of mine was seriously injured while weight training and they told me about how grateful they were that did physical therapy with Alexis. I went to Performance in…

The article I chose to find more research on in the field of physical education was about weight training and the effects it has on the youth. The main reason why I chose this topic is because I hear a lot of arguing on this topic. This argument is between if starting weight training is better for a young child or will starting early with weight training effect this child in the long run when he or she grows older. This topic really intrigues me and I hope many others because it can very…

How A Podiatrist Tests You For A Gait Problem If you have foot pain or a physical abnormality that affects your gait, you can develop pain in your back, hips, knees, or feet. The solution to this problem is to visit a podiatrist to have your gait assessed so the doctor can recommend shoe inserts or orthopedic shoes to compensate for the way you walk. By bringing your body back into alignment when you walk, you can often eliminate chronic pain and foot soreness. Here are a few ways your…

The importance of social support in wellness is a very important step in the healthy life style we are all learning to adjust to everyday. There is always that self doubt that comes into mind when you’re a beginning at working out and you do not know what to do or where even to begin. This is where social support comes in, it Is “indicated that an individuals social network/group support is a contributing and sustaining factor in mental health (Granello)” that leads to stress relief as well as…

Physical Education instructors will track the fitness assessment of their students from junior high to high school. The fitness assessment will consist of a PACER test (aerobic capacity), One-minute crunch test (abdominal strength and endurance), One-minute pull up or push up test (muscular strength and endurance), sit and reach (flexibility), body composition using an hand-held device, and height and weight. The results of these tests will be compared to the appropriate norm so students can get…