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Running Does Not Cause Arthritis

Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Physical changes happen to us as we age; it is a fact of life.  For example, most people will develop wrinkles or grey hair.  Similarly, degenerative changes or arthritis will also likely develop.  These physical changes affect some people worse than others. 

Get Active With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Gillian White – MSc, PhD (C), University of Toronto, Department of Exercise Sciences Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease causing pain, swelling, and dysfunction of the joints in roughly 1% of adult Americans (Scott, Wolfe, & Huizinga 2010). Because of its autoimmune nature, symptoms can be improved with lifestyle behaviours that reduce inflammation. Although

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Don’t Let Your Twisted Ankle Become A Chronic Problem

Ryan Cross It seems as though everyone has twisted their ankle at some point in life.  It can happen walking across the street, going down stairs, or during any recreational activity.  Some reports estimate that over 23,000 ankle sprains occur every day in the United States (Hertel, 2002).  Since this injury is so common and

5 Hip Exercises For Prevention And Performance

Ryan Cross – B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist at CBI Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada The hip joint has implications in a number of injuries and can contribute to decreased performance.  Improving mobility and strength in the hip area can have a positive effect on treatment of an injury and