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Unique device could help Baby Boomers and seniors the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis



The orbital 360, a unique exercise created by Michael Whitis – inventor with forty years of experience as a trainer and bodybuilder – brings new hope for those who suffer from osteoporosis, joint pain and other injuries especially common in Baby Boomers and seniors.

The orbital 360 design, based on the human skeletal system, was created by a hip transplant after witnessing Whitis. He developed the concept of the mechanical ball and joint capsule-like replacement hips implanted in human beings – could be translated into a new device for use outside the body. Designed to mimic real-life human rotational movement patterns, orbital 360 also comes with the addition of new technologies, the friction resistance which is constant, and in accordance with human movement of 3D designs. It's a friction that adds a strengthening, stretching and cardio all at the same time, in the application of the system of training the orbital 360.


"Nothing in the realm of exercise really was created for the needs of baby boomers," says Whitis, Baby Boomer, himself, who is closely focused on the education of this population, as well as retirees, to exercise in ways to reduce the number of injuries and wear and tear on the body.


"Most of the boomers and seniors have some kind of arthritic conditions or pain syndrome, which is particularly difficult to use most of the existing equipment. They need something that supports the foundations of their lifestyle and wellness, and yet is safe and effective for those who with the change of physical conditions, "explains Whitis.


The orbital 360 potential effectiveness as an excellent fighter of osteoporosis has been shown a 63 year old woman, who has seen a significant increase in bone density from the machine. Bone density test done two years showed an increase of 10%. This is even after four years of consistent load-bearing exercise, which has not demonstrated any other changes for two years in advance. The latest reading was taken after about 14 months of consistent use of the orbital 360 on the basis of three times a week.


In addition, 77rok the old woman was five months in physical therapy with hemorrhoids and won only 85 ° flexion of the shoulder are not supported. After three 10-minute sessions on the orbital 360 her flexion of the shoulder went to 145 °. In its own words, three sessions on the orbital 360 helped her more than five months the traditional physical therapy. There are many other examples of the orbital 360 changing people's lives for the better, from injured athletes injured war veterans.


"The orbital 360 is the first unit that provides friction against any possible movement of the body," said Dr. David Lipman, chiropractic physician/personal trainer and Director of research for Michael Whitis Wellness 360. It allows the body to carry out all of their normal movements and provides a constant and consistent friction on either of these movements without forcing the body to adapt to a single aircraft or a particular motion pattern, as well as with any traditional exercise device to date. Allows the body to carry on with its natural dynamics is necessary in particular to boomers and seniors from chronic musculoskeletal problems that many of them are facing. "


Michael Whitis Wellness 360


Michael Whitis is credited as a pioneer in the world of exercises for the use of rubber bands for resistance, known as Therabands and around the world today and building the first space gym in the late 1970s, when he coached a lot of Hollywood stars, including Larry Hagman, Linda Gray, Don Johnson and Brian Wilson. He also used the space gym in Northridge CA hospital will help to physically rehabilitate young women from anorexia nervosa. With the orbital 360 Whitis is focused on helping Baby Boomers and seniors to exercise safely and effectively. Wellness 360 is a research and development company operates Whitis and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. For more information, visit www.theorbital360.com.


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Exercise Trends That Could Be Hazardous to Your Health



Each new year brings a renewed desire to get healthy and active. However, Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists, Denver’s premier orthopedic practice for those determined to be active, warns of new exercise trends that may actually be hazardous to your health. “Exercise and fitness trends are great at getting people active, healthy and engaged. But, they could also be harmful,” warns H. Andrew Motz, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists. “It is critical that people approach these exercise options carefully to avoid ending up in our offices.”

Some of the recent health trends that the physicians at Advanced Orthopedic have identified as potentially harmful include:


1. Barefoot running advocates argue that the human body began running without shoes and that wearing shoes actually prevents foot muscle development. However, as this fitness trend continues to take off, runners could be risking injury by too quickly shifting to a new running style. Runners may experience stress fractures, shin splints and increased soreness in the calves as a result of not properly transitioning to this new running style and attempting to change their gait.


Instead of tossing your running shoes, Advanced Orthopedic recommends focusing on how your foot lands as you run and working to distribute the impact of each step throughout your entire foot, rather than mainly your heel.


2. High intensity circuit training classes have taken the fitness world by storm. But, the high intensity nature of these types of activities can pose increased injury risks if people try to do too much too fast. Without proper training and easing into an activity, even the most elite of athletes can suffer an injury.


If a high intensity workout is what motivates you to stay active, take part in a class that lets you move at your own pace and remember to take the crucial time at the beginning of your workout to warm up and stretch. Also, pay careful attention to form. Many times in these fast paced workout environments, in an effort to keep up, individuals struggle to maintain good form and end up hurting themselves.


3. For the right individual, yoga is a great way to de-stress and workout, but that does not mean it is the fitness trend for everybody. First-time yogis trying a more advanced class or pose could overextend their muscles aggravating them, even pulling a muscle. Yoga is all about stretching, but if you do not listen to your own body you could harm yourself.


If you are giving yoga a try for the first time, or even as you advance in your yoga practice, take it slow and come out of a pose if it is too difficult and you feel your muscles begin to shake and fatigue.


4. Spin classes are an excellent way to get a great cardiovascular workout, but many enthusiastic instructors may incorporate too many gyrations while on the bike. Incorporating squats, hovers, push-ups, hip thrusts, jumps or one-foot spins are not always appropriate to be performed on a bike. These types of moves can risk shoulder and knee injuries.


Remember that these extra movements are merely suggested options, not required and not recommended. Simply riding a bike at the appropriate intensity and incline level can be a productive workout.


5. At first glance, the exercise items being sold on TV may look like a fast, easy way to get in shape—but if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Whenever you bring a stationary piece of equipment into your home to augment your workout regimen, it is important to make sure you have taken all the proper precautions to ensure its safety.


Not properly securing punching bags or pull-up bars could cause injuries if they come loose from the wall during a workout. Additionally, a new abdominal or weightlifting machine may look like the quick fix on TV, but individuals should always slowly ease into a new activity to reduce unnecessary strain and stress on joints and muscle.


6. The Kinesio Taping® Method, an exercise trend seen frequently in the 2012 London Olympics, is applying highly elastic athletic tape to muscles in an effort to reduce pain and inflammation and support muscles in their normal, day-in and day-out movement.


However, it is certainly not a cure for tired or overused muscles. Kinesio tape can be helpful to ease muscle aches and pains, but is not advised as a replacement option for orthopedic treatments due to a torn meniscus or rotator cuff, for example.


“Exercise can help you lose weight, reduce risk of disease and prolong your life. But it should be done thoughtfully,” explains Dr. Motz. “A good rule of thumb is to listen to your mind and body—if it looks too good to be true, it probably is; and if you’re feeling shaky or overwhelmingly fatigued, you could be putting yourself at serious risk of injury.”


For other injury prevention guidance, visit Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists at www.advancedortho.org/sports.html.


About Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists:
Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists is the premier orthopedic practice for those determined to be active. Home to the top doctors in their fields of expertise, Advanced Orthopedic educates, prepares and supports patients from diagnosis through recovery. Active in innovation, Advanced Orthopedic offers a full continuum of care – from physical therapy to non-surgical options to advanced surgery – for orthopedic injuries and conditions ranging from knees, hips, shoulders, backs, hands and feet. As the premier orthopedic provider, Advanced Orthopedic strives to return patients of all ages, at all levels of activity and who have a variety of orthopedic conditions to their peak performance.


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Denver, Colo., 80206
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