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… problems caused by trouble brushing. Injuries caused by falls and other accidents. Even though CP can't be cured, … your child make the most of their abilities and physical strength. Complications of CP Some children with CP may have … physiotherapy with your doctor. It can include special exercises and devices, which can help keep your child moving …
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… Most cases of tennis elbow respond to rest, ice, rehab exercises, pain medicine, and using a counterforce brace . … The best way to prevent tennis elbow is to stretch and strengthen your arm muscles so that they are flexible and … elbow. Learn more Tennis Elbow: Stretches and Strengthening Exercises Symptoms Tennis elbow symptoms usually start …
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… is known as a transfer. If you have enough upper body strength, you may be able to do this yourself. Your injury … your transfer. This could include arm or leg rests. Prevent falls. If you will be walking on a floor, be sure you have … your transfer. This could include arm or leg rests. Prevent falls. If you will be walking on a floor, be sure you have …
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… move better and to restore or increase your flexibility, strength, endurance, coordination, and/or balance. First, … always includes exercise. It can include stretching, core exercises , weight lifting, and walking. Your … stretching to reduce stress on joints, core stability exercises to strengthen the muscles of your trunk (your back …
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… alcohol on aging bodies Alcohol and medication Alcohol and falls Alcohol and driving Dealing with life changes Warning … only one or two drinks, putting you at increased risk of falls or injury. If you’re on medication and think you might … Mental Health: Alcohol Use in Older Adults Healthy aging Preventing falls as you age … Research shows that drinking …
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… (especially the ribs and spine), or loss of muscle tone and strength. Changes in sex hormone levels. In women, this may … to your doctor before you start any exercise program. Avoid falls, which can lead to broken bones and other injuries. … to your doctor before you start any exercise program. Avoid falls, which can lead to broken bones and other injuries. …
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… toddlers Sun safety for children (HealthlinkBC File # 26) Preventing injuries and illnesses Resources to help you … from infections Child safety: Washing toys to prevent germs Preventing poisoning in young children Head injuries in … Hip injuries: Age 11 and younger Child safety: Preventing falls Child safety: Preventing burns Burns and scalds in …
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… Medicines to Children More self-care Child Safety: Preventing Falls Exercises for Arm and Wrist Preventing Children's Injuries …
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… can also improve: Your cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength Day-to-day activities including your balance and … activity if you have: Cardiovascular disease Experienced falls Difficulty with balance or walking Difficulty with … as well as stories from other people living with stroke. Exercises for stroke survivors (Stroke Association, UK) This …
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… such as brisk walking, riding a bike, or running. They strengthen your heart and lungs and build up your endurance. Strength training activities . These make your muscles work … weights or doing push-ups. These activities help tone and strengthen your muscles and bones. Stretches . These let you …
