<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Valley Healing Hands]]></title><description><![CDATA[valleyhealinghands]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/blog-1</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:47:14 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.zixvpm.valleyhealinghands.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA["Exercise and Osteoporosis: How Physical Activity Supports Bone Health and Reduces Fracture Risk" ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bone loss  is considered a universal feature of aging and is associated with increased fracture risk, especially in older women.(1) Bone...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/what-types-of-exercise-can-reduce-bone-loss</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66dea937af536f4b0c031284</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:27:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_c22942e86de5412aa46cece036f47bcd~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let Us Understand "The Benefits of Magnesium in Bones and Muscles" as well as unfold certain "Myths and Realities about Transdermal Magnesium" .]]></title><description><![CDATA[Magnesium is the fourth most common mineral in the human body after calcium, sodium, and potassium and is the second most common...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/let-us-understand-the-benefits-of-magnesium-in-bones-and-muscles-as-well-as-unfold-certain-myths</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66bd9fea62b2cee35b00a12a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2024 13:27:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_01a2207c351f4b67befd3af730f24196~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["The Impact of Microgravity on the Human Body: Musculoskeletal and Bone Health in Space"]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is microgravity?   “Micro-” means “very small,” so microgravity refers to the condition where gravity seems to be very small.(1)...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/the-impact-of-microgravity-on-the-human-body-musculoskeletal-and-bone-health-in-space</link><guid isPermaLink="false">667d9a8a2a7ceb3e0db89e5f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:09:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_2a23b0698a834b7ab479653a929529bd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Regional Interdependence in  Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Assessment  : A Comprehensive model in PT Assessment and Intervention. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is Regional Interdependence? There is an interdependence that exists between regions of the body, as well as, other systems(1). The...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/understanding-regional-interdependence-in-physical-therapy-a-comprehensive-model-in-pt-assessment-a</link><guid isPermaLink="false">664ddd16e49aff59efe0a462</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 13:39:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_881c9fda73424ba0a426f7833d51ca2a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_600,h_352,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Performance Matrix (TPM)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Performance of an activity can be done in different ways. But this can be affected by many factors like any injury or pain or any...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/the-performance-matrix-tpm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6644b5e01774327135513d4d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 09:04:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_e67c8462966448fcb415a966482f4e8e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_253,h_199,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["Cerebral palsy is not a disability as compared to bad attitude". Let us explore about CP that has engulfed many children and wrapped them in limitations AKA disabilities.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cerebral palsy is a group of conditions that affect movement and posture(1) CP is the most common motor disability in...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/cerebral-palsy-is-not-a-disability-as-compared-to-bad-attitude-let-us-explore-about-cp-that-has-e</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65f7e991dfc21c0d33c7ea73</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:28:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_50fc163b12c14bb6876bf0e8c33356c8~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_194,h_183,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Acute calcific periarthritis(ACP)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let us understand Acute calcific periarthritis. Acute calcific periarthritis (ACP) is another term for periarthritis It is a painful...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/acute-calcific-periarthritis</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65f284d375376d2f3bbb9df0</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 11:28:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_d31123dad3b1467fa29205357ed4a172~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_221,h_228,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speed's Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speed's Test is a common orthopedic test(1) used to test for superior labral tears or bicipital tendonitis.(2) Originally the Speed’s...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/speed-s-test</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65edbf23668430b871b91f54</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 14:43:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_dfa70c9bdd4e4b029731c997f244df07~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_300,h_168,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post workout Backache.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the time work outs and gyms gained momentum, backaches and post work out and soreness has become very common. Exercises do come...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/post-workout-backache</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65e7efc175ef6b93e69dddb4</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:02:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_15388187683a4a168845d2843082ceea~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_220,h_220,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yergasons Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yergasons test is a simple, quick physical test used to help detect problems with biceps tendon, specifically, the long head of the...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/yergasons-test</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65e485c26894d408669ce124</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 03 Mar 2024 14:35:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_64c957e775b2437e9baacccc3790e420~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_152,h_152,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLEUS PUSH UPS OR (SPU)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you heard of this simple exercise that comes with a lot of benefits? It can be performed  while seated, during work hours, at couch...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/soleus-push-ups-or-spu</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65cd78e7206b27080537107a</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2024 03:50:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_be18e689e01147ffb5ee2a5ba85d3c1a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_450,h_315,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLEUS, A SOULFUL MUSCLE.]]></title><description><![CDATA[The calf muscle The calf muscle sits in the back of lower leg. It starts below knee and extends to the ankle. It allows us to walk, run,...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/soleus-a-soulful-muscle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65c0db1e1e1eb91d0203ea96</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2024 17:14:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_c93d4c985c1148278cf38c515aa9b183~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_285,h_177,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let us dive deeper into "kinetic chain" and it's involvement in overhead athletes.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kinetic chain Dynamic upper extremity dominant tasks such as throwing, hitting, and serving occur as the result of the integrated,...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/let-us-dive-deeper-into-kinetic-chain-and-it-s-involvement-in-overhead-athletes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65a9298da8e6fe8f039bd102</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:07:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_a5da959509a74c1cb945480a33a0adaf~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_276,h_182,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lachman Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lachman Test is a passive movement test to find the integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The test is designed to assess...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/lachman-test</link><guid isPermaLink="false">659da7f736b971f20d5756b3</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:52:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_064ea239fa7e49dea3f81887f155ebea~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_281,h_179,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A sneak peak in to "Kinetic Chain Exercises".]]></title><description><![CDATA[The movements in which movement at one joint produces or affects the movement at another joint in the kinetic link is called as Kinetic...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/a-sneak-peak-in-to-kinetic-chain-exercises</link><guid isPermaLink="false">659d96c3fb0df07f4fc4e50b</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 19:29:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_5961804e4f4f4ec4a0f00ed46f95b94f~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_400,h_400,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["Scapular Stabilization Exercises"-2]]></title><description><![CDATA[To know in detail about scapular stabilization, kindly check our previos blog scapular stability and its importance . In this setion we...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/scapular-stabilization-exercise</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6581239e08a5b16dc288b960</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:51:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_af8ec892448849ba86146cc1eb62151a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_320,h_212,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["Scapular stability" and it's importance.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maintaining scapular mechanics is important for upper extremity functionality and posture.(1) Previously, the scapular musculature was...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/scapular-stability-and-its-importance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6572d35158714e04880b3a4b</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:29:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_1e279d8fc1664e6db902845c3c1c10d5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_645,h_496,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ober's Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ober's test evaluates a tight, contracted or inflamed Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) and Iliotibial band (ITB). The Ober’s test must not...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/ober-s-test</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65697d08798d0f87ad04aea6</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2023 06:43:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_794ba17acca04d098ae81f2e898641dc~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_320,h_180,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let us decode "Scapular Dyskinesia" and understand the complexities involved. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The scapula serves many roles in order for proper shoulder function to occur. These roles include providing synchronous scapular rotation...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/let-us-decode-scapular-dyskinesia-and-understand-the-complexities-involved</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6568b77e3f450d0c217644e3</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2023 06:06:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_a730fbbdde7d4af984e0eec1ede777b0~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_320,h_180,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glenohumeral Rhythm- "harmony in motion". Count on us from the ratio to the rehabilitation process. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a coordinated movement of the shoulder joint, there is a synchronized movement of scapula along with humerus. Thus we have two...]]></description><link>https://www.valleyhealinghands.com/post/let-us-unlock-the-harmony-in-motion-we-will-be-by-your-side-from-the-ratio-to-the-rehabilitation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65639449df2ac92097826e7f</guid><category><![CDATA[Physical therapy]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:08:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12a8e0_ad350e9596744504a8765f761519f5f2~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_320,h_180,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robin R Varghese, PT.</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>