Ankle injuries, prevalent in sports and daily life, are often overlooked until post injury, rehabilitation becomes mandatory. Stabilizing therapies may fail to fully engage foot proprioceptors. Thus Innovative methods, including wobbleboard exercises, can enhance ankle proprioception and help to rehabilitate or prevent injuries. Identifying risk factors for ankle instability and promoting appropriate training modalities can be effective strategies for prevention and recovery.
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Benefits of Physical Rehabilitation Exercises
Physical rehabilitation exercises are essential for post-injury recovery and age-related, physical decline. Consistency in performing them is key to rehabilitation success. While surgery may be necessary for severe injuries, physical therapy often provides a preferable alternative. Regular movement is vital for maintaining functionality, especially in older adults, for promoting independence and preventing falls.
Balance is Born of Adversity
Balance is an overarching component of total health. It is beneficial for the child on the playground, the competitive athlete, and the elderly individual.
Importance of the foot
The foot is critically important for functioning in the bi-pedal posture (standing on two feet). All body motions are dependent upon the stabilizing and movement facilitating actions of the foot (foot/feet, ankle(s) will be used interchangeably). The necessity for foot health is often disregarded until a musculo-skeletal (muscle, bone) compromise occurs in that area. Keeping … Continue reading Importance of the foot
Yoga and your knees
We can use the practice of yoga to maintain the health of our knees.** The gentle, continued practice of yoga is suited for many of the issues that we face due to the condition of our knees. Knees are strong: they support nearly the entire weight of the body. However, many people in modern society … Continue reading Yoga and your knees
