Mobility & Flexibility

Aside from exercise, mobility & flexibility are two of the key components the human body needs to retain proper function throughout its structures.  The bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and other tissues work together to allow a range of movement and maintaining proper fitness. This, along with and a balanced nutritional diet, can help keep the body functioning properly. Great mobility means executing functional movements with no restrictions in the range of motion (ROM).

A flexible person can have core strength, balance, or coordination but cannot perform the same functional movements as a person with great mobility. Remember that flexibility is a mobility component, but extreme flexibility really is not required to perform functional movements.

Maintaining these abilities is key to being mobile in old age. Without mobility and flexibility, an individual will not be able to tie their own shoes or walk to the mailbox. According to Dr. Alex Jimenez’s compilation of articles on mobility and flexibility, individuals who don’t stretch their body often can experience shortened or stiffened muscles which decrease their ability to move effectively.

Recognizing & Treating Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

“For individuals experiencing pelvis pain symptoms and associated problems, can integrating pelvic floor physical therapy exercises help with treatment and prevention?” Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy…

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Reduce Risk of Plantar Fasciitis Flare-Ups with These Tips

“Individuals with plantar fasciitis may experience consistent flare-ups. Can knowing the causes help to find pain relief?” Plantar Fasciitis Flare-Up Plantar fasciitis is a common…

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Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression for Pain Relief: What You Need to Know

Can healthcare professionals help individuals with spinal pain by incorporating non-surgical spinal decompression to restore mobility? Introduction Many individuals don’t realize that putting unwanted pressure…

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Dealing With a Broken Collarbone: How to Move Ahead

“For individuals with a broken collarbone, can conservative treatment help in the rehabilitation process?” Broken Collarbone Broken collarbones are very common orthopedic injuries that can…

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Joint Manipulation Health Benefits

Individuals at work, school, etc, perform all kinds of repetitive physical tasks that put their bodies through a great deal of musculoskeletal stress, what are…

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MET Therapy’s Approach To Chronic Pain Problems

Introduction The musculoskeletal system comprises muscles, ligaments, and tissues surrounding the skeletal structure and vital organs. These components have various functions, including transporting blood and nutrients throughout…

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MET Therapy Protocol For Muscle Pain

Introduction Regarding the musculoskeletal system, the various muscles, tissues, and ligaments help protect the spine and vital organs that make the body functional. These muscles…

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Joint Injury Rehabilitation Exercises: EP Health Coach Clinic

Joints are the musculoskeletal areas where two bones connect. The joints have soft tissues around them, like cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. Cartilage is the flexible…

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Body Stiffness: EP’s Health Coach Clinic

Body stiffness is common, especially as the body ages. Stiffness can result from intense work, lack of physical exercise, or specific conditions. The reasons vary…

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Improve Range of Motion: EP’s Health Coach Clinic

Range of motion – ROM measures the movement around a joint or body part. When stretching or moving certain body parts, like a muscle or…

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Improving Walking Posture: EP’s Health Coach Clinic

For individuals with aches and pains after walking, the first thing to check is posture. How an individual holds their body is important in walking…

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