Sentences with phrase «by joint compressions»

Most parents whose children have received OT have been trained to do a particular kind of routine called the Wilbarger protocol, which involves using a soft - bristled brush applied in a specific way to provide deep pressure, followed by joint compressions, several times a day.

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The compression garments work by drawing in stretched muscles to provide a 360 ° support structure around the torso, thus, reducing strain on ligaments and joints in the lower back, pelvis, and buttocks.

The first four steps of first aid for sports injuries to joints such (elbow, ankle, knee, finger, wrist sprains) are known by the acronym «RICE,» which stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation.

Therall Arthritis Gloves use light compression to reduce joint pain and swelling, while the neoprene material keeps the fingers and hand warm by retaining body heat.

The multicenter study, led by Scripps Clinic orthopedic surgeon Clifford Colwell, MD evaluated the efficacy of a mobile compression device that is small and portable enough for patients to use at home for 10 days or longer after joint replacement surgery.

Lumbar spinal stenosis is brought about by a narrowing of the spinal canal caused by the degeneration of the vertebrae, discs, joints, and ligaments that comprise the spinal column, resulting in a compression of nerve roots.

Not only that, but by providing extra support to muscles and joints compression wear may also help to prevent injuries in much the same way as strapping does.

The compression in this tiny joint (my hands were not involved at all in the strength test, by the way) caused my body to go into safe mode.