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4 Signs of Arthritis

Ryan Cross, Physiotherapist Most people know someone affected by arthritis or have symptoms of arthritis themselves. Often people will relate aches and pains to arthritis without even getting diagnosed. Arthritis is something that happens to us as we age, but some people will develop pain. On average, people will have symptoms for over 7 years

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5 Ways to Get Rid of Shin Splints

Ryan Cross, Physiotherapist Pain related to “shin splints” is one of the most common ailments that athletes will complain about. Most runners have had a run-in with the dreaded shin splints at one time or another. Shin splints can be easily identified, but getting rid of the pain can be more difficult. The challenge lies

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The Screening That May Predict Sport Injuries

Ryan Cross, Physiotherapist The risk of injury is present in all sports and activities.  The cause of injury can sometimes be difficult to pin point because in most cases it is multifactorial.  There are many reasons that can lead to the onset of sports injuries, making prevention of injury challenging.  If there are ways to

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Training Factors to Improve Sprint Performance & Speed

Ryan Cross, Physiotherapist One of the most exciting events in the Summer Olympics has to be the 100 m sprint.  The winner of this race is considered the fastest on earth.  To get to this level of speed, proper training is required.  In fact, speed is an important aspect for most sports. Coaches and trainers

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7 Key Exercises To Prevent Shoulder Injuries

Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Have you ever had difficulty reaching up to the top shelf or doing an overhead lift? Most people have encountered a shoulder injury or know someone who has dealt with shoulder pain.  The shoulder joint is highly susceptible to injury because it

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Strength Training Can Improve Chronic Plantar Fasciitis

Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist Do you feel sharp pain on the bottom of your heel during the first few steps you take in the morning? Is heel pain limiting progression of your running program?  You might be dealing with plantar fasciitis.  It is difficult to pronounce, and sometimes even more

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7 Ways To Prevent Running Injuries

Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Running is one of the most common activities that people participate in to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.  Running injuries happen regularly and evidence suggests that 40-50% of runners experience an injury on a yearly basis (Fields, 2010).  These injuries can

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Fascia Warm Up, Strength, & Stretch Plan

Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Last week we learned about what the fascia is and why it’s important.  The fascia is difficult to study and understand; therefore it is sometimes overlooked when developing a training program. In order to target the fascia there are some principles to

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What Is The Fascia And Why Does It Matter?

Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada For as much as we know about how the body works, there are still mysteries when it comes to anatomy and body functions. The fascia is one area of functional anatomy that is not well understood and is sometimes overlooked.  The fascia

Avoid Back Pain & Stretch Your Hip Flexors | FastTwitchGrandma Tips & Tricks

Prolonged sitting can tighten your hip flexors and when you stand it pulls on your lumbar spine. This can cause severe back pain and muscle dysfunction. This hip flexor stretch is prescribed 2-3 times a day with a 30-60 second hold. For more fitness tips and motivation visit our website www.Forever Fit Science.com. Related Video:

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How To Treat 7 Common Running Injuries

Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Running is an activity that can provide many benefits. It improves cardiovascular function, aids in weight control, and can alleviate stress.  Runners don’t like to stop their running routine, even if pain or injury develops.  Seeking professional help can go a long

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The 4 Stages Of “Frozen” Shoulder

Ryan Cross, B.A. Hons (Kin), MScPT, FCAMPT Registered Physiotherapist in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Anyone who has hurt their shoulder before can understand the difficulty reaching up for the coffee mug in the morning or tucking in their shirt before work.  Shoulder pain is a common occurrence because your shoulder joint can move through a wide