Avoiding Pain & Injury During Exercise
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- Q How can I prevent injuries while exercising?
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Dr. Michael Roizen, Internal MedicineHere are some general guidelines to avoid getting hurt when exercising: Vary your exercise pattern. Don't do the same activity every single day, and certainly not more than two days in a row. If you go jogging three days a week, consider swimming on the... Full Answer
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- Q What do I avoid when doing arm-waves external rotation exercise?
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When performing the arm waves exercise for external rotation it is common for the low back to arch or the cervical spine to have increased lordosis. This is a common compensatory pattern, indicating over activity of the pectoralis major, pectoralis minor... Full Answer
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- Q How do I avoid injury when doing directed stretching for muscle pain?
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Dr. Gerald M. Silverman, ChiropracticThe one thing you don't want to do with directed stretching is cause additional injury or trauma. Don't start directed stretching until you can do it without severe stabbing or shooting pain. It is vital not to cause any injury, so a gradual,... Full Answer
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- Q What should I avoid when doing the gluteal pumps exercise?
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Rick Olderman, Physical TherapyGluteal pumps restore strength to the gluteus maximus (which extends and externally rotates the hip joint as well as guides the femoral head in the hip socket). Gluteal strength is critical for proper hip and knee mechanics. Here are some things to... Full Answer
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- Q What should I avoid when doing the knee-wobbles exercise?
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Rick Olderman, Physical TherapyThe knee wobbles exercise strengthens the lower abdominals' ability to stabilize against pelvic rotation. Here are some things to avoid when doing the knee wobbles exercise: If one hip rises too soon, stabilize using your lower abdominals. Under no... Full Answer
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- Q What must I avoid when doing arm waves for internal rotation?
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Rick Olderman, Physical TherapyCommon errors when doing the arm-waves exercise (an exercise that helps restore normal range of motion to the shoulder joint) for internal rotation include: If your shoulder pops up immediately when moving your arm, increase the thickness of the padding... Full Answer
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- Q What precautions should I take when doing biceps curls?
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Rick Olderman, Physical TherapyKeeping the arm in a mechanically correct position during biceps curls fatigues the biceps muscles more quickly and with lighter weight. However, pushing past fatigue in order to reach a predetermined number of repetitions or lift heavier weight, the... Full Answer
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- Q How can I manage exercise-related rashes on my body?
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Ben Kaminsky, DermatologyMany people complain of skin rashes after exercise, especially if their thighs rub together or clothing irritates the skin. This bright red patch is nothing more than inflamed skin or dermatitis. Sometimes the rash occurs when wetness is trapped next to... Full Answer
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- Q What happens if I exceed my target heart range during exercise?
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Dr. Vonda Wright, Orthopedic SurgeryIf you continually exercise above your target range, your heart may not be able to keep up with your oxygen demand, and you will switch from the efficient aerobic form of exercise to the inefficient anaerobic form. The anaerobic form produces... Full Answer
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- Q How can I avoid joint problems from bicep curls?
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Rick Olderman, Physical TherapyImagine that you are performing a biceps curl, bending your elbow to bring your hand to the top of your shoulder and then lowering it back down to your side. Weight lifters perform this exercise with weights in their hands to strengthen the... Full Answer
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