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		<title>Thera-Band exercise program can improve lower limb biomechanics in females</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Female athletes are particularly susceptible to anterior knee pain and injury to their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). This increased risk is thought to result from poor dynamic control of the hip and knee, particularly when the foot hits the ground. The inability to control hip adduction, knee valgus, and internal rotation in the transition from&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Thera-Band exercises can improve fitness and function in older women</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[As women age, the transition to menopause often results in an increase in body fat and a reduction in muscle mass. This change in body composition is also associated with a decline in function and an increase in physical disability. German researchers evaluated the effectiveness of an exercise program for community-dwelling older females they developed&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Wobble board exercises can reduce ankle injuries in soccer players</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Neuromuscular training has long been performed in Europe as part of sports training and injury prevention. Neuromuscular training involves progressive balance training using unstable surfaces such as Thera-Band® Stability Trainers, Stability Discs, and Balance Boards. Several studies have reported that proprioceptive exercises and training reduce injuries in athletes. Researchers in Hungary evaluated the effects of&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Squatting on unstable surfaces does not increase muscle activation</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Unstable surfaces such as foam pads and air-filled disks have historically been used to increase muscle activation of the legs while performing a squat. Some believe that standing on an unstable surface requires more activation of muscle to maintain stability. Research featured on the Academy Blog has shown, however, that standing on unstable surfaces actually&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Thera-Band® exercises improve posture and strength in women with excessive kyphosis</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[NOTE: In the Academy Blog, I like to report on the most current research; however, I periodically come across references from  years ago that are significant contributions to practice; and thus, “blog-worthy.” I’ve come across a few of these recently, so you might see a couple of ‘older’ references…but I’m sure it will be valuable&#8230;]]></description>
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