Exercises for healthy joints, the complete guide to increasing strength and flexibility of knees, shoulders, hips, and ankles, William Smith ; foreword by Mary Jane Myslinski
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Exercises for healthy joints, the complete guide to increasing strength and flexibility of knees, shoulders, hips, and ankles, William Smith ; foreword by Mary Jane Myslinski
Language
eng
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no index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Exercises for healthy joints
Oclc number
466340773
Responsibility statement
William Smith ; foreword by Mary Jane Myslinski
Series statement
Exercises for
Sub title
the complete guide to increasing strength and flexibility of knees, shoulders, hips, and ankles
Summary
"Don't Let Joint Pain Dominate Your Life </b> As an increasing number of people are living longer, joint pain is becoming more common. However, exercise can play an integral role in promoting joint health by strengthening cartilage and ligaments. Even low-impact exercise can help to prevent joint pain. Exercise is a natural way to keep joint pain and arthritis in check at any age, and studies suggest that implementing exercise later in life can drastically reduce one's chance of developing joint-related pain. <b>Exercises for Healthy Joints</b> shows you how to avoid joint pain through physical activity. You'll also learn about the causes of different types of joint pain and, if exercise is not enough, which surgeries may be necessary for different joint-related issues. Loss of muscle mass, bone, and flexibility does not have to be part of your aging process, and <b>Exercises for Healthy Joints</b> will show you how to remain active and healthy longer. <b>Exercises for Healthy Joints</b> also includes: * Clear pictures of safe and effective exercises * Detailed instructions on how to perform each exercise * New research concerning long-term joint health and the benefits of exercise * Overview of joint anatomy and types of joint pain * A training log to track progress <b>Exercises for Healthy Joints</b> features easy-to-follow sequences designed for the home or the gym with minimal equipment. It is an essential health reference guide"--Provided by publisher"Whether your joint pain is due to arthritis, a sports injury, surgery, or various other causes, treatment is possible. Not only is exercise essential for men and women recovering from joint problems, but it is also necessary for preventing future joint injuries. The latest book in the "Exercises for" series, Exercises for Healthy Joints features an easy to follow exercise plan for both joint movement and strength. It also shows an understanding of the causes of joint pain, its affects on your overall health and well being, and practical exercise applications for treatment. Exercises for Healthy Joints also features: * Up-to-date clinical treatments for joint problems * Daily exercise recommendations * A training log to track your progress The exercises are clearly photographed in easy-to-follow sequences and contain complete descriptions. Don't let joint problems slow you down; reduce pain and prevent injury--or reinjury--with the expert instructions from Exercises for Healthy Joints"--Provided by publisher
Table Of Contents
About the knees, shoulders, hips, and ankles -- What the new studies say -- Long-term joint health -- Path to better health : the benefits of exercise -- The exercises -- Exercise programs and progressions
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