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Exercises and stretches for hip pain
Posted on: 07-Jul-2025
Hip pain can have a range of causes, from minor injury to chronic inflammation. In many cases, gently exercising and stretching the hips can help relieve pain and restore mobility.
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Understanding the Causes of Knee Pain on the Outer (Lateral) Part of Your Knee
Posted on: 23-May-2025
An injury or arthritis most likely causes pain outside the knee. A doctor can determine the cause based on your other symptoms and the results of imaging tests.
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Q&A: How lunges, squats and holds can build stronger tendons and ligaments
Posted on: 11-Apr-2025
UC Davis Health molecular exercise physiologist Keith Baar specializes in sports medicine. He studies the effects of exercise on bone, muscle and tendon health. In this Q&A, he discusses how intensive exercising after injury or when overweight can cause damage to ligaments and tendons. He also talks about the importance of integrating isometric or static exercises into our fitness routines.
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How to identify and treat inner knee pain
Posted on: 11-Apr-2025
The inner or medial knee refers to the part closest to the other knee. Injuries and arthritis are two possible causes of inner knee pain. Treatment options depend on the cause and include warm or cold packs, exercise, and medication.
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Boost Your Mobility With These Gait Training Exercises
Posted on: 11-Apr-2025
Gait training exercises are movements designed to help improve strength, balance and coordination when walking. They may be part of a physical therapy program for a person recovering from a stroke, an injury, or surgery, as well as those dealing with a chronic condition that affects their ability to walk.
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