NCHPAD NEWS: September 2015
Volume 14, Issue 9
A monthly publication of NCHPAD - the NATIONAL CENTER on HEALTH, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY and DISABILITY http://www.nchpad.org.
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F.I.T.T. Column: Exercise for People with a Traumatic Brain Injury
Kids Korner: Let's Get Ready to Rumble
Nutrition Spotlight: Mastering the School Lunch
Research News Flash: The Effects of Wii Fit Yoga on Physical Function in Female Low Back Patients
From the Information Specialists' Desks: Updates & Upcoming Events
F.I.T.T. Column: Exercise for People with a Traumatic Brain Injury
This Column provides a F.I.T.T. breakdown of what is needed for people with a traumatic brain injury in terms of aerobic, strength, flexibility, and balance training.
To learn more about exercise with a TBI, please click here.
Kids Korner: Let's Get Ready to Rumble
This month's Korner features several exercise tips to help prep for the upcoming wheelchair basketball season.
To learn more about getting in shape for wheelchair basketball season, please click here.
Nutrition Spotlight: Mastering the School Lunch
School lunch offers one of the best opportunities to ensure a child is receiving the best possible mix of nutrients as they make their way through the school day, year, and development process. This Spotlight provides some tips on how to ensure a child gets the healthiest meal possible.
For more ideas and tips on creating healthy school lunches, please click here.
Research News Flash: The Effects of Wii Fit Yoga on Physical Function in Female Low Back Patients
With low back pain (LBP) being a major healthcare problem, especially in industrialized societies, this study examined the effects of Wii Fit Yoga on the physical functioning of females with LBP.
To learn more about potential benefits of Wii Fit Yoga for women with lower back pain, please click here.
From the Information Specialists' Desks: Updates & Upcoming Events