Exercise
Walk more to reduce fibromyalgia fatigue highlights large new study
People with fibromyalgia need encouragement to walk more as they will become less tired and have a lower chance of developing additional conditions, highlights a large study in Rehabilitation Nursing. Continue reading
Hip abductor strength improves long-term function in knee osteoarthritis
Build up strength in hip abductor muscles to lower the impact of knee osteoarthritis after research shows the muscle group may be more important than previously realised. The hip abductor muscles include the gluteus maximus and minimus (ie the buttock) and the tensor fascia lata (an outer thigh muscle). Continue reading
Physical exercise reverses functional decline in the over-75s says new study
A research project highlights the vital part that a personal exercise plan can play in the quality of life of older people, a team reports in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Continue reading
Pilates has a range of benefits when it comes to chronic musculoskeletal conditions says small study
A Pilates exercise programme was found to have multiple benefits for people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis and lower back pain, a research team reports in Musculoskeletal Care. Continue reading
Building quad strength improves function in women with osteoarthritis
Modest improvements in quadricep strength are linked to better performance in chair-stand tests in women – but not men – who have (or are at risk for) knee osteoarthritis says a study in Arthritis Care & Research. Continue reading
