Further therapeutic measures | Eccentric training

Further therapeutic measures Eccentricity is also caused and applied in postisometric relaxation. This method aims at muscle relaxation through a preceding muscle tension, as well as progressive muscle relaxation. In Postisometric Relaxation, the therapist performs the exercises on the patient, while in Progressive Muscle Relaxation the patient works independently. More information and exercises can be … Further therapeutic measures | Eccentric training

Eccentric training

The term eccentric training refers to a certain way of working muscle activity. “Eccentric” means “from the origin” This is a muscle activity that absorbs or holds a weight or resistance and does not attract the weight. The muscles become longer with increasing tension. If, for example, someone puts a box of water slowly on … Eccentric training

Achillodynia treatment

Achillodynia is a chronic change of the Achilles tendon. This is the attachment tendon of our calf muscles and is inserted in our heel bone. Long-term incorrect loading leads to inflammation of the tendon. The disease occurs particularly frequently among athletes. In almost half of the cases, the Achilles tendon is affected on both sides. … Achillodynia treatment

Exercises at the workplace during PC work

Introduction Physiotherapeutic exercises at the workplace offer an effective compensation for the lack of movement and can intensively counteract the forced posture at the desk. These exercises require little time and can best be performed at the workplace together with other employees. With a targeted exercise program (a so-called back school), every employee should start … Exercises at the workplace during PC work

Which exercises can I do sitting down? | Exercises at the workplace during PC work

Which exercises can I do sitting down? Sitting at a PC workstation is particularly suitable for small exercises that can release tension in the neck and shoulder area. You sit straight on the chair, your back leaning against the backrest. Afterwards, the arms are stretched out to the front and one’s own hands are grasped. … Which exercises can I do sitting down? | Exercises at the workplace during PC work