Motion Compress Blog — #motion compress

Although walking with crutches may not come naturally, most people get better over time. The ultimate goal is to protect the injured leg from undue stress and strain during recovery. From sitting to standing, here’s a overall breakdown of how to use a standard pair of underarm or axillary crutches. This list is not a replacement for professional medical advice. If you need instruction on how to use crutches, always contact your healthcare provider. 1. Use both crutches to leverage yourself from a seated to a standing position. When seated, place both crutches on your weaker side and push off with the stronger...

Whether you’re running a marathon, playing basketball, hiking --you name it, make sure you are choosing the socks that will help your feet in the long haul! The best materials to be on the lookout for include: Coolmax is a moisture-wicking technical fabric developed by DuPont in 1986. Best used during extreme physical exertion and in combination with other materials to provide warmth.    Nylon or Polyamide is a lightweight polymer fabric that is extremely strong, easy to clean, and resistant to heat and water, meaning there’s a decreased chance for blisters to form!   Polyester is a synthetic fabric that is quick drying, strong whether wet or...

Seeking a third victory on the West Coast this season, the Washington Redskins will head into Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers with tight end Jordan Reed (hamstring), wide receiver Maurice Harris(concussion) and safety Montae Nicholson (concussion) ruled out for the contest.  Tackles Morgan Moses (ankle) and Trent Williams (knee), center Chase Roullier (hand), defensive lineman Terrell McClain (toe) and linebackers Zach Brown(hamstring/Achilles) and Martrell Spaight (ankle) are questionable for the game. This will mark the sixth consecutive game that Reed has missed as the Pro Bowl tight end continues to rehab a hamstring injury that removed him from Washington’s Week 8 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Reed hasn’t practiced for a month...

It’s a little unclear when Stephen Curry will return to the Golden State Warriors. After spraining his ankle during Monday’s victory against the New Orleans Pelicans, Curry left the arena on crutches, and it was determined that he would be reevaluated in about two weeks. That could mean that he’ll be back in two weeks. Or, it could mean that the team looks at the ankle again, determines he’s still a ways off, and pushes the timeline into January. Right now we simply don’t know. But someone has some insight: Dell Curry. Steph’s father is part of the broadcast team for the Charlotte Hornets, so the two got...

Knowing ankle exercises to maintain superior mobility and flexibilty is a must!  These workouts are a must share for anyone who is prone to ankle sprains strains or Achilles Tendon injuries. http://www.nba.com/features/abdenour_ankle_strengthening.html