Exercise ball activates core muscles more than exercise on a stable surface
We are starting a new weekly “Throwback Thursday” feature to the Academy Research blog. Each Thursday, I will be providing a review of relevant research prior to 2009 (per the 5-year rule!), which is...
View ArticlePlyometric Shoulder Exercises for Tennis Players
As winter thaws and spring is upon us, tennis players are ready to hit the courts! Over 5 years ago, physical therapist and tennis professional Todd Ellenbecker provided a great post for us on special...
View ArticleReducing Fall Risk Factors in Women with Osteoporosis
Throwback Thursday! Older women with osteoporosis are at a higher risk of fracture resulting from a fall due to their decreased bone mineral density (BMD). While osteoporosis itself may not contribute...
View ArticleTheraBand Exercise for Shoulder Impingement
Throwback Thursday! In 2004, researchers published a paper to examine an exercise program in patients with shoulder impingement syndrome. They specifically wanted to identify changes that might occur...
View ArticleSensorimotor Training improves strength and muscular balance
Throwback Thursday! In 2001, German researchers published a paper comparing the effects of isolated balance training (sensorimotor training) or strength training on knee strength, as well as muscle...
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