Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a common condition characterized by a stiffness in one or both shoulders, which reduces the mobility, as well as persistent pain in the upper shoulder joint. This condition usually affects people aged between 40 and 60, and about 3% of the population. If you suffer from this condition, you should seek medical attention to treat it and prevent additional complications. The pain and stiffness in the shoulder gradually develop over time, and their cause is not fully understood. The symptoms are divided into three…
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How to Exercise
Bending upto a certain point is easy, beyond this point you feel tension in your muscles and if you still go further you will feel pain. Do you exercises upto the point of tension. If you keep on doing exercises the mobility of the joints goes on increasing. The point of pain becomes the point of tension in a few days and gradually you can still go beyond this point without pain. This principle has been used in exercising the patients with stiff joints passively. Movement and pain are indirectly…
Read MoreSelected Exercises that Can Be Done in Twenty Minutes
Selected exercises which could be done in twenty minutes with small rest periods are listed: Toe Touching Stand erect, feet together arm at side. Take a deep breathe. Raise head, breathe in deeply breathe out slowly as you go down. Touch the floor out side left foot, come up little and down again to touch floor between feet, and touch between feet once more. Come up and touch out side right foot. If you can not touch just move in that direction. Hold your breathe when you come up to…
Read MoreWorld Bicycle Day, this is why cycling is the best exercise you need to lose weight
On World Bicycle Day (June 3), take a look at the benefits of cycling. It’s one of the best forms of exercise if you want to lose the extra kilos. By: Manali Shah If the monotony of a gym routine bores you, or you hate being cooped up indoors, cycling is the best exercise for you. You can connect to nature and let go of some stress, while getting fitter in the process. And oh, cycling to places instead of driving does wonders for the environment. So it’s pretty much a win-win. But…
Read MoreWorld Hemophilia Day 2018 tomorrow: World Federation of Hemophilia to promote and encourage ‘Sharing Knowledge’
World Hemophilia Day is an opportunity to help people with bleeding disorders live healthier, longer and more productive lives by educating and empowering them through knowledge sharing. On April 17, 2018, the global bleeding disorders community and the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) will come together to promote and encourage Sharing Knowledge and the role it plays in building a stronger community. World Hemophilia Day is an opportunity to help people with bleeding disorders live healthier, longer and more productive lives by educating and empowering them through knowledge sharing, information…
Read More5 Things About World Spine Day
Celebrate back and neck health on October 16. by: Kelly Rehan Practically everyone on the planet understands back pain, as it’s the leading worldwide cause of disability. The spine endures a lot of wear and tear over the course of a lifetime, but knowing how to care for your back can prevent serious pain and disability. With this in mind, World Spine Day was launched to educate the public about spine conditions—and inspire them to become more active in their own health. What Is World Spine Day? World Spine Day is…
Read MoreWorld Diabetes Day: Experts concerned over obesity & heart diseases among children
MUMBAI: Obesity, which is a serious public health concern, has become a major cause for increase in juvenile diabetes and even heart diseases among children, said experts ahead of the World Diabetes Day which will be observed tomorrow. Children diagnosed with diabetes are also at higher risk of contracting chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, bone or joint problems and sleep apnea, well-known bariatric surgeon from Bengaluru M G Bhat said. In addition to biological or genetic factor, children are becoming overweight due to modern life-style, excess…
Read MoreUse Apple Cider Vinegar To Treat Arthritis And Joint Pain – An Amazing Homemade Recipe!
Arthritis can affect different parts of the body and you can feel very strong pain. Joint pain is a common medical condition and it can be from mild to severe. This kind of pain can be relieved with a proper rest and proper therapy, but sometimes this pain can be unbearable. You have tried a lot of painkillers hoping that they will help you get rid of the pain, but it was unsuccessful. The natural cures are more effective and they are based on healthy ingredients and safe treatments. These…
Read MoreBEAT ARTHRITIS: 3 EXERCISES TO STRENGTHEN YOUR JOINTS
There are 3 types of exercises that are essential for healthy joints as well as for people with arthritis. These include flexibility exercises, aerobic exercises and strengthening exercises. Each one plays a role in maintaining and improving your ability to move and function. 1 . FLEXIBILITY EXERCISES These exercises are aimed at improving range of motion. This means that they improve the ability to move your joints through the full motion that your joints were designed to achieve. -Flexibility exercises include gentle stretching and movements that take joints through their…
Read MoreEat smart to slow down ageing and increase longevity!
Ageing is a condition which every adult thinks about with progressing age. Will they age gracefully or will they counter various age-related problems? Crow’s feet, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, joint pains, weak bone health, etc. are some of the problems that come along with age. But, eating healthy and eating smart can slow down the process of ageing. It’s just a matter of smart food choices and eating habits. Along with slowing down the process of ageing, your eating habits can also prolong your longevity, Want to know what they are? Read…
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