QiGong is a safe martial arts that incorporates low impact mind body movement that can help manage osteoarthritis by reducing pain, improving joint mobility and stimulating synovial fluid production which keeps your hips lubricated. Benefits for Hip Osteoarthritis !. Joint Lubrication: Slow hip rotations act as a pump to circulate synovial fluid, nourishing the cartilage. …
Low Back Pain
Why do seniors get low back pain? Low back pain is one of the most common problems as we get older. The good news is that, in many cases, there are simple things you can do to reduce pain and keep your back moving well. How does your spine work? Think of your spine as …
Hip Spine Syndrome
Low Back Pain If you have one hip higher than the other, the muscles that stabilize your pelvis (hips) are weak. Low back pain is the result. The lower back and other surrounding muscles are forced to absorb the stress that the powerful hip joint was designed to handle for stabilization. Youe eange of motion …
Keep Your Body’s Muscle Canister Strong
What is the human body’s Muscle Canister? The “muscle canister”—or core canister—is a 360-degree cylinder of deep muscles that act as a pressurized system to stabilize your spine and regulate intra-abdominal pressure. It consists of four main components: The diaphragm, transverse abdominis, and pelvic floor work together to form your body’s natural “corset”. They create …
Escalating Density Training for Seniors
As I approach 80, I notice that I am losing muscle mass and bone density. My balance is off and I know that I need to do more walking for my heart. I do resistance training every day and I think I am doing workouts that address most of my major muscles. I research a …
Back Pain Relief Exercises for Seniors
I am a senior and I believe that “moving with intention” is an absolute must in order to deal with “old” age issues. The best back-pain exercises are gentle, controlled, and aimed at improving mobility, balance, flexibility, posture, and core/hip strength without putting strain on the spine. Exercises Standing Pelvic Tilts (with core activation and …
Spinal Stenosis – What is it? What causes it? How is it treated?
As a senior, some days are physically and mentally better than others. Many of my friends and I chat about our ailments and what we can do about them. One of the most common age related problems we face is posterior pain, especially our low back. I decided to find out what the experts are …
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