The rotator cuff is a group of muscles which surround the shoulder joint and help keep your upper arm (the humerus) firmly attached to the shoulder socket. These muscles are small, but strong and powerful – and incredibly important! The rotator cuff muscles also help with abduction, which is moving the arm away from the …
As the weather warms up, no doubt you will start to do more outdoor activities! Some of the more popular activities that seniors like to participate in are sports such as golf and bowls, as well as gardening around the house. It is important that these activities continue to make sure you say active in …
Many people want to be “stable”. Whether it is on their feet so that they don’t fall, or in the muscles that support their joints. However when we exercise, some of the best benefits occur when we are unstable. A study published in 2015, looked at the differences in muscle activity when a person exercises …
