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Why strengthening your hip flexors is important, according to new research
Why strengthening your hip flexors is important, according to new research
Source: Runner's WorldWhen it comes to strengthening your lower-body muscles that power your running, most runners focus on quads and hamstrings—but are you showing your hip flexors enough love? A recent study in the Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics suggests that ignoring them could lead to mobility issues as you age.
In terms of glenoid defects, does size matter?
In terms of glenoid defects, does size matter?
Source: Orthopedics This WeekApparently so. A new study looking at the postoperative recurrence rate after arthroscopic bony Bankart repair found that it was lower in male competitive rugby and American football players with a large glenoid defect, in fact 3x lower, than in those with a small glenoid defect.
Elite climbers may develop cartilage abnormalities, osteophytes in finger joints
Elite climbers may develop cartilage abnormalities, osteophytes in finger joints
source: HealioResults presented at the Virtual EFORT Congress showed an increase in the occurrence of osteophytes and decrease in cartilage thickness in the distal and proximal interphalangeal joints of elite climbers in a 10-year period.
IT Band Stretches and Treatments to Relieve Knee and Hip Pain
IT Band Stretches and Treatments to Relieve Knee and Hip Pain
source: healthessentialsIT band syndrome is a common overuse injury that sidelines even the hardiest endurance athletes. The pain it brings can turn simple steps into an achy shuffle. Targeted stretching and exercises can help ease or even prevent IT band syndrome by improving your flexibility and strengthening key muscles.
Pop goes the shoulder– now what?
Pop goes the shoulder– now what?
source: University of Utah HealthIf you are worried you have a shoulder dislocation, don’t panic, but do get specialized care right away.
