Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. For many people, playing sports is a fun way to burn extra calories, socialize, and get fit. Unfortunately, this also means the occasional sports injury or a flare up of an old injury or condition.
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Prevention & Treatment of Sports Injuries
• KNEE INJURIES: According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the knee is the most commonly injured joint. The teamatVineyardComplementaryMedicinecan treatmany orthopedic and repetitive motion injuries without the need for invasive surgeries or medications. In fact, most doctors have their patients try physical therapy first before recommending any other procedures. The team at Vineyard Complementary Medicine can customize a program that addresses the weakness of your particular musculoskeletal system, allowing you to recover quickly and remain active. Even if you have an old injury, it is important to have it evaluated by our physical therapists to prevent long- term damage like arthritis. If you have sports or orthopedic injuries like tendonitis, arthritis, a stress fracture or low back pain, our therapists can design a treatment plan to promote improved function, wellness and minimize the risk of re-injury.
Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. For many people, playing sports is a fun way to burn extra calories, socialize, and get fit. Unfortunately, this also means the occasional sports injury or a flare up of an old injury or condition. You don’t have to be a professional or even an amateur athlete to suffer a sports injury. In fact, many times, those most susceptible to sports injuries are people who have just started exercising or participate on a recreational level. • SPRAINS: A sprain occurs when the connective tissue that joins the end of the bone with another is stretched or torn. Those connective tissues are known as ligaments. Sprains are caused by trauma such as a fall or blow to the body that knocks a joint out of position. • STRAINS: A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is pulled, torn or twisted. Strains are non-contact injuries, such as those that occur from overstretching. The most common sports injuries include:
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Don’t Let Pain Sideline You! There is nothing more exciting than taking on a new challenge, sport or activity. For most of us, the thrill of accomplishing a physical goal is what we live for. However, are you prepared for it? The term “weekend warrior” means a person who doesn’t really train for what they are doing; they just Most sports injuries occur from ill-prepared individuals who just jump into the activity without first increasing their strength, endurance and flexibility. Your muscles, tendons, ligaments and other tissues need to be warmed up to work properly. They take enormous strain during running and sports activities. Therefore, if they are not in top condition, they are more prone to injury. Injuries Increase As You Age If you think back to when you were in your late teens, you could go into a full sprint no problem, take a flying leap and do a whole lot without the slightest thought about it. As you get older, your tissues become less elastic and in fact a little “drier.” When your muscle, tendon and ligament 1 7 7 3 6 5 9 5 2 1 9 6 5 1 8 6 5 go out and do it on the weekend. How Do Most Injuries Occur? 7 3 8 7 8 1 4 5 1 7 1 http://1sudoku.com http://1sudoku.com n°315825 - LevelHard 6 4 7 7 9 3 8 5 9 4 3 5 1 2 2 1 3 4 6 8 1 6 8
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Exercise Essentials
Learn More About The Special Services We Offer! • Chiropractic • Orthopedic Fitness Training
Get in shape for your sport, don’t use your sport to get in shape!
1. WALKING HAMSTRING STRAIGHT KICKS (“TIN MANS”) Walking straight leg kicks with opposite arm reach. Keep chest lifted. Alternate 20 times each side.
2. WALKING LUNGES (STEP AND LUNGE)
Dropping back knee down, pause, lean trunk back slightly. Use both legs to come back up and step lungewith the other leg. Repeat 20 times.
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• 1-2 tsp. vanilla extract • 1 tbsp. honey
• 2 cups unsweetened Greek yogurt • 1 orange • 1 cup pineapple chunks
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Instructions In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine all ingredients. Process until completely smooth. Pour into popsicle molds and freeze until solid. Try swapping the orange with different fruit. Serves 6.
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