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Fibromyalgia & Exercise: How Can It Help?
Exercise, while difficult for those with fibromyalgia, can be very helpful as a part of their overall treatment plans. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing how exercise can help, and some of the precautions that need to be considered.
Fibromyalgia: What Is It?
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that can be very distressing for those affected. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing what fibromyalgia is, and how it impacts a person’s health.
COPD & Exercise: How Can It Help?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is just one of the diseases that can benefit from exercise. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing the various benefits of exercise for our lungs, and ways to get started.
COPD: What Is It?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disease that affects millions of Canadians, and can impact their abilities to stay active. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing what COPD does to our lungs, and how it impacts our daily lives.
Osteoporosis: How Can Exercise Help?
Exercise is important for everyone, even those who have had bone fractures in the past. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing how exercise has positive effects on our bones, and some precautions for those with a history of bone fractures.
Osteoporosis: What is it?
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become thin and porous, decreasing bone strength and leading to increased risk of breaking a bone. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing how our bones develop, and how they are affected by osteoporosis.
Falls Prevention & Exercise: Common Exercises
There are various types of exercises that can help with falls prevention. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing the various categories of exercises you can include, along with sample exercises that you can try!
Seniors’ Fitness: Common Upper Body Exercises
Our spine, neck and shoulder are some of the more complex joints in our bodies, and have been shown to be positively affected by exercise. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing some common exercises that are commonly used to treat upper body disfunctions.
Seniors’ Fitness: Common Lower Body Exercises
Exercise has been shown to help decrease pain and improve overall function as we get older. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing some exercises that are commonly used to treat hip, knee and ankle disfunctions.
Nutrition & Meal Planning: Strategies For Meal Planning
Meal planning can be quite a challenge, especially for those who are cooking for one or two people. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing some ideas to help eat healthy while maintaining variety in your meals and being budget friendly.
The Digestive System, Nutrition And Exercise: How Do They Work Together?
Exercise and good nutrition have been shown to help in various areas of our lives, from mental health to chronic disease prevention. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing how good food choices and exercise can help to improve our gut health.
Stroke: How Can Exercise Help?
Exercise can be a great addition to a person’s stroke rehabilitation. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing what effects exercise can have for a person’s stroke recovery.
Stroke: What Is It?
A stroke can have very serious effects on our brain and overall health. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing the various types of strokes, potential side effects, and the signs to look for.
The Knee and Exercise: How To Help?
Exercise has been shown to help with various types of knee pain. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing common exercises to help reduce knee pain and improve function.
The Knee & Tendonitis/Bursitis: What Happens?
Over time, our knees can cause pain when walking or moving, which could be the result of bursitis and/or tendonitis. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing what the difference is between these two conditions, and how they affect the knee from working properly.
The Knee and Arthritis: What Happens?
Arthritis is a very common concern, and the knee is one of the most common areas to be affected. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing what can cause arthritis, and some common treatment options.
The Knee: How Does It Work?
Many of us do not know how our bodies function, and therefore struggle to give it the attention it deserves. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK, will be discussing how our knees are built and how they work to keep us moving.
Exercise & The Heart: Short & Long Term Benefits
There are many ways to take care of our hearts, and everyday movements can be a great starting point. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK will be discussing how we can reduce our risk of heart disease through exercise.
Heart Disease: Signs and Prevention
There are various problems that can affect the heart, and each one has their own side effects and treatments. Cristiane B. Cruz, R.Kin, MPK will be discussing 4 types of heart disease, and how they differ from one another.
The Circulatory System: How Does It Work?
Along with the heart, our bodies have a whole system devoted to transporting blood (and other contents) around our bodies. Cristiane B. Cruz, MPK, R.Kin will be discussing how our bodies work as a team to transport vital materials around our bodies.