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Does Glenohumeral internal rotation deficit affect shoulder health in overhead sports?

In 2012, a groundbreaking study, Maenhout, et. al., have uncovered crucial insights into the shoulder mechanics of athletes who regularly engage in overhead sports, such as baseball, tennis, and swimming. The study, led by Annelies Maenhout and her team, investigated the link between glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD) and shoulder impingement, offering a promising intervention for affected athletes. Athletes performing repetitive overhead motions often experience … Continue reading Does Glenohumeral internal rotation deficit affect shoulder health in overhead sports?

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Can supervised hip flexor stretching transform gait in frail elderly? A groundbreaking study unveils answers

In 2011, a pioneering double-blinded, randomized, controlled trial, researchers led by Jaclyn R Watt aimed to investigate the efficacy of a 10-week supervised hip flexor stretching program in frail elderly subjects. The study, sheds light on potential interventions to address age-related decline in gait function. Seventy-four frail elderly individuals participated in the study, with 41 subjects allocated to the control group and 33 subjects to … Continue reading Can supervised hip flexor stretching transform gait in frail elderly? A groundbreaking study unveils answers

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