Precautions Articles

Precautions and Contraindications to Exercise for Pregnant Women

By Carolyn Kisner PT, MS and Lynn Allen Colby PT, MS on February 24th 2009

There are some circumstances where exercise is contraindicated or requires very specific restrictions and precautions.
Absolute Contraindications
• Incompetent cervix: early dilation of the cervix before the pregnancy is full term
• Vaginal bleeding, especially second or third trimester
• Placenta previa: placenta is located on the uterus in a position where it may detach before the baby is […]

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Tags: exercise, Precautions, Pregnancy

Precautions and Contraindications to Neural Tension Testing and Treatment

By Carolyn Kisner PT, MS and Lynn Allen Colby PT, MS on February 23rd 2009

Prevention
These maneuvers may be used to prevent restrictive adhesions from developing if done early during treatment after an acute injury or surgery.
Precautions and Contraindications to Neural Tension Testing and Treatment
There is incomplete scientific understanding of the pathology and mechanisms occurring when mobilizing the nervous system. Use caution with the stretch force; neurological symptoms of tingling […]

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Tags: contraindications, Neural, Precautions

Exercise Safety

By Carolyn Kisner PT, MS and Lynn Allen Colby PT, MS on April 16th 2008

Regardless of the type of therapeutic exercise interventions in a patient’s exercise program, safety is a fundamental consideration in every aspect of the program whether the exercises are performed independently or under a therapist’s supervision. Patient safety, of course, is paramount; nonetheless, the safety of the therapist must also be considered, […]

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Filed Under: Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Exercise
Tags: contraindications, environment, exercise, functional limitation, impairments, Medical clearance, Medications, pathologies, Patient, physician, Precautions, safety, strength, stretch, therapist, therapy

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