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Active Aging Today Series: Thera-Band Exercises for Plantar Fasciitis
Dec 31st
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Plantar Fasciitis by Dr. Phil Page
Plantar Fasciitis is characterized by pain at the bottom of the foot, and is sometimes associated with a ‘heel spur.’ Specific exercises in the First Step to Foot Relief kit can help improve the symptoms of plantar fasciitis. Download and read the article with exercises here.
REFERENCE: Page P. Plantar Fasciitis. Active Aging Today, 2(2), 2010. Available online here
Visit the Thera-Band Academy Plantar Fasciitis Resource Center here
Active Aging Today Series: Exercises for Frozen Shoulder
Dec 30th
Frozen Shoulder Syndrome by Dr. Phil Page
Frozen shoulder, or “adhesive capsulitis” is a painful and debilitating condition that is difficult to manage. Exercise therapy may be helpful in maintaining range of motion and functional ability. The Thera-Band Shoulder Pulley is an important tool to increase shoulder motion. Download and read the article with exercises here.
REFERENCE: Page P. Frozen shoulder syndrome. Active Aging Today, 2(1), 2010. Available online here
Visit the Thera-Band Academy Frozen Shoulder Resource Center here
Active Aging Today Series: Thera-Band Exercises for Muscle Imbalance
Dec 29th
Muscle Imbalance Syndromes in Older Adults by Dr. Phil Page
As we age, muscles develop characteristic patterns of tightness and weakness, leading to muscle imbalance. This imbalance is often associated with poor posture and musculoskeletal pain. Specific exercises with Thera-Band Resistance Bands and Stretch Strap can help restore muscle balance and improve posture. Download and read the article with exercises here.
REFERENCE: Page P. Muscle imbalance syndromes in older adults. Active Aging Today, 1(6), 2010. Available online here
Visit the Thera-Band Academy Older Adult Resource Center here
Active Aging Today Series: Thera-Band Exercises for Hip Osteoarthritis and Replacement
Dec 28th
Exercises for Hip Osteoarthritis and Replacement by Dr. Phil Page
Hip osteoarthritis and replacement are often associated with residual weakness of the hip muscles. Thera-Band Resistance Bands and Stability Trainers are often used for hip osteoarthritis programs both before and after hip replacement. Download and read the article with exercises here.
REFERENCE: Page P. Exercises for people with hip osteoarthritis and hip replacement. Active Aging Today, 1(4), 2010. Available online here
Visit the Thera-Band Academy Hip Osteoarthritis Resource Center here
Active Aging Today Series: Thera-Band Exercises for Fall Prevention
Dec 27th
Human Kinetics Publishers has created an online community for active aging professionals. I provide a regular feature for their online journal, Active Aging Today, on special populations. Each article provides a review of the literature around a condition associated with older adults as well as a set of practical exercises using Thera-Band products. Each day this week, we’ll be featuring a different article from the previous year:
- Monday: Fall Prevention
- Tuesday: Hip Osteoarthritis and Replacement
- Wednesday: Muscle Imbalance Syndromes
- Thursday: Frozen Shoulder
- Friday: Plantar Fasciitis
Exercises for Fall Prevention by Dr. Phil Page
Falls are a major issue in today’s aging population. Exercise can help reduce the risk for falls by addressing impairments in physical function. Thera-Band Resistance Bands and Stability Trainers are often used as part of a well-rounded fall prevention exercise program. Download and read the article with exercises here.
REFERENCE: Page P. Exercises for fall prevention. Active Aging Today, 1(5), 2010. Available online here
Visit the Thera-Band Academy Fall Prevention Resource Center here
