Welcome back, friends! In today's video, Michael O'Connor, PT, DPT a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 25 years of experience, guides you through a simple yet effective hip exercise routine designed for individuals over 40 years old with joint pain, muscle weakness, or Osteoarthritis. This video focuses on increasing hip strength, flexibility, and preventing injury.
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What You'll Learn:
- The importance of hip movement: flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation.
- A series of three easy-to-follow hip exercises suitable for most fitness levels (please check with you Physician to make sure these exercises are suitable for your situation).
- Alternative seated isometric exercises for those with sore hips or limited mobility.
Exercise Breakdown:
Warm-Up: Get your hips ready with simple marching, flexion/extension, and rotation movements.
Isometric Hip Abductions: Strengthen your hips in the seated position, with a towel and a chair for support.
Standing Hip Abductions: Progress to weight-bearing exercises for optimal hip strength.
Key Takeaway:
Dr. O'Connor emphasizes the importance of counteracting the effects of too much sitting by incorporating hip extension exercises into your routine. Discover how to stretch your hip flexors and relieve back issues effectively.
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This channel and its contents, is for informational purposes only. The information is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, such as your physician, for any questions about a medical condition and to determine if the methods suggested on this channel are appropriate for your individual situation.
2 июл 2024
