Low back blues
Article Abstract:
Rehabilitative exercises for athletes recovering from low-back injuries should focus on slowly building up the strength of athletes. Progressive non-resistance exercise followed by lightresistance exercise is the ideal exercise program for recovering athletes.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1993
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The nerve of it: sciatica
Article Abstract:
Sports physicians have diagnosed piriformis muscle syndrome to be a major cause of sciatica among athletes. The syndrome is characterized by sciatic nerve compression or irritation accompanied by pain, weakness, numbness or a combination of these factors.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1993
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Biomechanics and lower back pain
Article Abstract:
Improper pelvic tilt is a structural imbalance that puts abnormal stress on the lower back. The problem can be corrected by a combination of strength and flexibility exercises.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1992
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