Do Concussed Service Members Underestimate the Influence of Rest during Acute Recovery?

Research Paper Title Beliefs About the Influence of Rest During Concussion Recovery May Predict Activity and Symptom Progression Within an Active Duty Military Population. Background To evaluate relationships between beliefs about the impact of rest and the level of activities and symptoms over time among active duty Service members sustaining concussion, and whether these relationships… Read More

What are the Physiologic Adaptations to Resistance Training?

1.0 Introduction This article provides an overview of the physiologic adaptations to resistance training. It outlines the adaptations associated with strength and power followed by endurance. 2.0 Strength and Power The benefits of resistive exercise extend beyond the obvious improvements in muscle performance to include positive effects on the cardiovascular system, connective tissue, and bone.… Read More

Muscle Weakness: An Overview

1.0 Introduction Muscle weakness (myasthenia, asthenia or muscular debility) happens when your full effort does not produce a normal muscle contraction or movement, and can range from a brief bout of weakness to paralysis. It is sometimes referred to as reduced muscle strength, muscular weakness, and weak muscles. Whether you are ill or you simply… Read More