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When patients look at their objective progress reports, they know they’re getting better. There’s no guessing whether patients are progressing and no question about what’s making the difference. The strongest driver of his incredible compliance rate is the MCU’s evidence-based, objective measurement.
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The Lee Silverman Voice Technique focuses on big amplitude of movement to compensate for the hypokinesia associated with PD. All exercises are performed with the largest possible motion. This high-intensity exercise helps improve neuroplasticity of movement.
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Since sciatica is a form of radiculopathy, a lumbar herniated disc is usually to blame. Some research shows that a lumbar herniated disc causes up to 90% of sciatica cases. Stretches and exercise are often the most effective methods to address sciatica pain.
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“For neck rehab, the MCU does what TheraBands and manual therapy can’t do...It was so obvious, what’s missing is neck strength. With the MCU we can finally address the underlying problem."
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While PFPS can be debilitating, treatment usually focuses on optimizing strength and function. One of the most effective known treatments for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome is guided exercises to increase knee and hip strength.
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Patients in this position often have one priority: get back the use of their affected extremity. Stroke assessments like the Fugl-Meyer Assessment of Motor Recovery and the Beck Depression Inventory help clinicians make important decisions in the recovery process.
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Ergonomic evaluation and consulting are done within the workplace. In order to understand the basics of good body mechanics, practitioners must also be aware of the risks associated with improper ergonomics.
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Research has been gradually amassing over the years in favor of eccentric training. Many controlled trials show increased strength, size, and control of muscles after eccentric training.
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Preventive exercise programs may be able to reverse the trend. But only if they effectively address the root causes. Here you’ll find a review of the literature on fall risks for older adults and interventions that can help prevent fall-related deaths.
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You don't have to be a spine specialist to safely and effectively treat sever neck pain. This evidence-based approach applies many of the same principles you use for other conditions. As always, start with evaluation. Consider the client’s ADLs, job tasks, degenerative changes within the spine, disease, and muscle imbalances.
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Working our way from isolated strengthening to fully integrated movement, we’ll show you five shoulder exercises on the PrimusRS.
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TherapySpark’s Best of 2020
CategoriesHere you’ll find a roundup of our most popular resources of the year, according to you, our readers. From our new COVID-19 treatment guideline videos to our first e-book about ACL recovery and more, check out the best of TherapySpark 2020.