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New Articles written by Sports PT Therapists

Mar. 12, 2013

Importance of Exercise in the Aging Adult

Have you ever thought about the single most important contributor to aging successfully?  The answer is simple- EXERCISE!  By 2030, it is estimated that 70 million Americans will be 65+ years of age and that the fastest growing age bracket is 85+ years of age.  In an aging adult, roughly 23% of deaths are caused by chronic diseases that can cause sedentary lifestyles such as osteoarthritis, CAD, Congestive heart failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, RA and depression.  Exercise is essential in an aging adult and can drastically improve how all systems function. Click the title to read more!

Shoveling Snow and Your Health

It's that time of year again, when undoubtedly, you will have to break out the shovel and get rid of the white stuff covering your driveway and sidewalk. While it becomes a necessary chore when a snowstorm hits, shoveling snow can be a rigorous activity that places heavy demands on the body. Besides heart problems, the leading injury sustained after a session of snow shoveling is low back pain.  Read the full article to find out how to prevent injuries while shoveling.