Shane Physiotherapy

07/26/2023

A new study suggests “Wall squats and planks best at lowering blood pressure.”

https://www.bbc.com/news/health-66303982?fbclid=IwAR1UbhwFrBL83uDetcFOe_3wQcPGg2diFXJc2ZQGlVKkpsTWgqKTxxVOM9A_aem_ATCFWySSsspjQlpEgkz2ArYObOIhHPBFc8KS4Iv0wt2fj_DMwqGBYxBiMmZiF3DL95g

All exercise is good for blood pressure but research suggests strength training is most effective.

07/20/2023

More and more evidence seems to be emerging that even elite athletes have a host of biomechanical ‘issues’ and yet continue to compete at the highest level.
(An old article but still a good message)

Our articles are not designed to replace medical advice. If you have an injury we recommend seeing a qualified health professional. To book an appointment with Tom Goom (AKA ‘The Running Physio’) visit our clinic page. We offer both in-person assessments and online consultations. Priscah Jeptoo ...

07/08/2023

Pregnancy exercise guidelines: How should pregnant athletes train?

Pregnancy can be a daunting and confusing time for expectant mothers. We've done a deep dive into the research to answer some key questions and establish some pregnancy exercise guidelines.

07/08/2023

21 Myths That People Get Wrong About Physical Fitness

https://simplifaster.com/articles/21-myths-misconceptions-about-physical-fitness/?fbclid=IwAR1FyDEwBDVXVOVgTSa45ZW1tEdXjSkAvYDhRVsqXBTkye8gJHeoeZlR5XE_aem_AfMw5tm00eidm8kmYag49Eum0YhC_QqBDi-OjpgZPr2h2DLLq59wmRxdXWTCEBDuGMI

Fitness myths can cause you to waste your energy and the energy of your athletes. Gain energy, and power, with this knowledge from Lars Avemarie.

06/30/2023

By no means a controlled study but still interesting. My take away is 20 minutes of exercise a few times a week has many fitness benefits.

Ross Turner exercised for twice as long as Hugo for 12 weeks, but his strength, physique, and overall fitness didn't improve more than his brother.

06/21/2023

New Study Suggests Overhead Triceps Extensions Build More Muscle Than Pushdowns. It's a small study but might be worth giving it a try.

A 21-person study found that overhead triceps extensions might be a better exercise than cable pushdowns when it comes to muscle growth.

06/18/2023

Running after a hip replacement, what does the evidence say?

Running after hip replacement is often discouraged, despite no hard evidence exists against it. Here we summarize the best evidence!

06/07/2023

Snapping hip syndrome

Snapping hip syndrome (SHS) is a term describing an audible or palpable snapping that occurs with movement of the hip. This diagnosis is also known as coxa saltans and can be further divided into a few different categories. This article will explain the different types of snapping hip syndromes, alo...

04/01/2023

Are you eating enough protein?

This audio clip is from episode #202 – Peter on nutrition, disease prevention, sleep, and more, originally released on April...

04/01/2023

How does adding affect one’s ability to gain muscle?

As we age, we lose muscle mass and strength. This weakening with age is formally called sarcopenia: sarx means “flesh” in Greek and penia means “loss” or “low”. Nobody likes it, but it affects all of us, so you’re probably interested in what you can expect as you get older. At what age...

03/29/2023

Romanian Deadlift Vs. Deadlift — Which Is Better For Your Program?

The Romanian deadlift and the traditional deadlift are both pulling powerhouses. Read on to find out which one to choose for your program.

03/28/2023

What does the medical literature say about volleyball ankle braces?

A prospective study of high school players concluded that two types of volleyball ankle braces (Active Ankle Trainer II and Aircast Sports Strirrup) protected players who never had ankle sprains. They however did not prevent subsequent sprains in players with a past history of sprain.
Moving up to the collegiate ranks, prophylactic use of double-upright padded volleyball ankle braces significantly reduced the injury rate.

03/28/2023

A high physical activity level after total knee arthroplasty does not increase the risk of revision surgery during the first twelve years.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0968016022001284

03/28/2023

Question: Does performing the recommended levels of weekly physical activity in 1 to 2 sessions (weekend warrior) vs 3 or more sessions (regularly active) influence mortality?

Answer:The findings of this large prospective cohort study suggest that individuals who engage in active patterns of physical activity, whether weekend warrior or regularly active, experience lower all-cause and cause-specific mortality rates than inactive individuals.

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2794038

03/23/2023

https://crescent.co/blog/best-time-for-morning-coffee-not-when-you-wake-up

It may sound like impossible advice but there's science behind postponing that first cup of joe.

03/23/2023

https://www.zdnet.com/article/aktiia-247-blood-pressure-monitor-review-stalking-the-silent-killer/

A new type of wearable. A blood pressure monitor without the cuff. (Note: not a paid ad, just looked interesting)

Once it's set up and initialised, Aktiia's bracelet is comfortable and unobtrusive, and the companion smartphone app delivers blood pressure information quickly and efficiently.

03/20/2023

“The Science-Backed Method To Properly Warm Up Before Lifting Weights”

A physical therapist shares a weight lifting warm-up routine that’s based on research findings. Bookmark it for your next gym session.