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New study examines efficacy of manual therapy for sacroiliac joint pain
A recent study led by researchers at University Hospitals (UH) published a systematic review and meta-analysis examining the efficacy of... Read more
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How long does back pain last? And how can learning about pain increase the chance of recovery?
Back pain is common. One in 13 people have it right now and worldwide a staggering 619 million people will... Read more
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Can smells improve your athletic performance?
Did you know that the scent of peppermint can make you run faster? That a whiff of ammonia will make... Read more
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New study analyzes link between digit ratio and oxygen consumption in soccer players
The efficiency of oxygen supply to tissues is a factor in the severity of important diseases such as COVID-19 and... Read more
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Is it broken? A strain or sprain? How to spot a serious injury now school and sport are back
Kids are back at school, playgrounds, sport and general mucking around. This can lead to two things: happy children and... Read more
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School uniform policies linked to students getting less exercise
School uniform policies could be restricting young people from being active, particularly primary school-aged girls, new research suggests.... Read more
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Research suggests tai chi outperforms conventional exercise in improving mobility and balance for seniors
While tai chi is understood to be beneficial for functional mobility and balance in older adults, such benefits are not... Read more
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Heat stress may affect the muscles for longer than we think
People who experience heat stress during exercise may need more recovery time to let their muscles heal, according to a... Read more
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Study finds high levels of physical activity lower risk of developing COVID-19 infection and hospitalization
A cohort study of older adults found that those who followed recommended exercise guidelines before the pandemic had significantly lower... Read more
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Examining how 'micro-breaks' could break workplace cycle of fatigue and injury
It may seem like common sense, but there is now hard evidence that short rest breaks prevent muscle fatigue and... Read more
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Dancing may be better than other exercise for improving mental health
New research finds that undertaking structured dance of any genre is generally equal and occasionally more effective than other types... Read more
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Monkey see, monkey do: How sideline sports behaviors affect kids
For children's sports, there's no doubt that parents are essential—they're the free ferry service, the half-time orange supplier, and the... Read more
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Study suggests tai chi is better at reducing high blood pressure than aerobic exercise
A large team of medical researchers affiliated with several institutions in China reports that volunteers engaging regularly in tai chi... Read more
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Ask the Pediatrician: How to keep the fun in sports to keep kids active
Does your child dream of becoming the next Olympic star or pro athlete? While you might share those goals, the... Read more
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Physical activity may lessen pain intensity for cancer survivors
People who have had cancer often experience ongoing pain, but a new study reveals that being physically active may help... Read more