Category sport and health

The cause of arthrosis is unknown, so it is thought that the disease is multifactorial, that is caused by several simultaneous causes. It can be stated in general that the state of joint equilibrium is maintained by a normal load exerted on a normal cartilage, therefore all the factors capable of modifying this state can be considered risk factors

clinic Osteoarthritis is characterized by articular signs and symptoms that occur subtly, usually after the age of 40 in the male and after the age of 55 in the female. One or some of the following joints are preferably affected: distal interphalangeal (between the last two phalanges) and, less frequently, proximal (between the first and second phalanx); elbow and ankle joint; knees (particularly in the female sex), coxofemoral (hip) joint, cervical and lumbar spine (particularly in the male sex)

Some Guidelines It is advisable to consult a doctor before embarking on a new physical activity program It is good to avoid too intense or strenuous sports, especially if you are not used to working at high levels of intensity During the second and third semester it is good to gradually reduce the intensity, frequency and duration of physical exercise

Benefits of physical activity for the elderly A personal observation ... In this article I will try to list a whole series of benefits that a senior can achieve by practicing regular physical activity. You have known for a long time that getting around is good for the spirit and the body, but then why not do it

SOME GUIDELINES Physical activity helps keep blood pressure under control In particular, aerobic exercises (running, walking, cycling, etc.) reduce both systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure. It is advisable to consult a doctor before embarking on a new physical activity program Avoid holding your breath during toning exercises, learn the correct breathing technique Weight training can be a valuable complement to cardiovascular activity, however it is important to use moderate loads and perform a high number of repetitions

Guidelines for a correct start to the sporting practice in the developmental age Evolutionary age: age range from 11 to 16 years. In these years it is necessary to become positive elements in the promotion process, capable of giving birth and sustaining motivation in the boy and not just being cold executors of rigid and standardized motor schemes

Lumbago or lumbago is a pathology with very high incidence and extremely high social costs. It represents the first cause of absenteeism from work and is in second place among the most frequent reasons why a medical examination is used (preceded only by coughing). Low back pain is characterized by the absence of spinal root pathologies, present in other forms of back pain such as sciatica or cruralgia

SOME GUIDELINES It is advisable to consult a doctor before embarking on a new physical activity program If you have been sedentary for many years, and have not practiced regular physical activity in recent times, start an undemanding training program and gradually increase the intensity. To allow optimal fat consumption, choose to practice long-lasting, medium-low intensity sports Avoid high-impact activities such as running, which can stress the joints excessively, prefer sports like swimming, cycling, and walking Include some stretching exercises to improve your flexibility, but avoid over-st

Definition and techniques of autohemotransfusion Before the advent of erythropoietin (EPO), the technique of autohemotransfusion was quite common in the sports world. Through this procedure it was possible to increase the number of red blood cells, ensuring greater availability of oxygen to the muscles

By: Balestra Alberto The term "wellness" is born as the set of two terms "well being" and "fitness". However, its true meaning remains a mystery among the most unsolved in the field of Wellness. This term has an undisputed reputation, acquired increasingly in recent years