There are three basic types outlined: isometric, isotonic, and isokinetic. Kraus reveals that while exercise is an important factor in the prevention of injury, it is also important in the prevention of reinjury ĭifferent type exercise programs are available that apply Davis’ Law to produce better integrity of the joint. Adams reports that habitual exercise can cause a significant increase in the strength of ligaments surrounding a joint and therefore prevent injuries. Thorndike reports that exercise to strengthen joints can reduce the incidence of injuries. To avoid injury, Gallagher states patients should supplement recovery activities with exercises to increase the size and the strength of the muscles, which will then protect joints from injury. Reid and Schiffbauer indicated that hypertrophy of muscle through exercise protects against bodily injury. Accelerated rehabilitation and return to activity after injury. Decreased severity should an injury occurĤ. The patient who participates in a well-devised, scientifically based, properly instructed exercise program should benefit in at least four areas: [ 4ģ. Exercise, therefore, should be as specific as possible to the individual’s goals and needs. The more specific the exercise, the more specific the adaptation. The cornerstone of exercise is Davis’ Law, or the (SAID) principle that states that the body makes specific adaptation to imposed demands. Įxercise programs can be designed to increase strength, aid weight loss, increase cardiorespiratory efficiency, or simply improve overall musculoskeletal performance.Īll exercise programs should have specific goals in mind. Properly conducted individual exercise programs help prevent many injuries and serve to shorten the recovery period necessary to restore the patient back to health. Knowledge of various training methods and exercise techniques are thus among the most important requirements for effective treatment. Strengthening exercises for the muscular system play an essential role in the chiropractic management of various neuromusculoskeletal disorders. Christensen, DC, © 1990, and used here with permission.

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