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Development of the low back muscles to prevent pain in the lumbar region (low back pain)
Like the muscles of the abdominal region, the muscles of the low back (lumbar muscles) also play a role in protecting
the low back region. Subjects whose low back muscles are inadequately effective are particularly prone to low back pain.
Once the pain in the low back has disappeared, patients are often advised to strengthen the low back muscles with a view
to preventing the recurrence of painful episodes. However, carrying out voluntary back exercises often presents serious
difficulties for patients who suffer from low back pain. That is why electrostimulation of the low back muscles using the Disuse
atrophy programme is one of the preferred methods to improve the efficiency of these muscles.
Cycle duration: 4 weeks, then maintenance
Weeks 1-4: 1 x/ day Disuse atrophy 14L
Weeks 5 and following weeks: 1 x/ week Disuse atrophy 14L
Programme: Disuse atrophy 14L
Strengthening of the lateral peroneus muscles after ankle sprain
The purpose of the lateral peroneus muscles is to maintain the stability of the ankle joint and prevent it from rotating
inwardly. After a sprain, these muscles lose their reflex-contraction capacity together with much of their strength. Regaining
competent lateral peroneal muscles after a sprain is a fundamental step, without which recurrence is very probable. To
do their job correctly, the lateral peroneals must be strong enough to prevent the foot twisting inwards, but they must
also contract reflexively at the precise moment when the heel tilts inwards. To develop both of these aspects, strength and
speed of contraction, you should use the Reinforcement programme, which produces efficient lateral peroneal muscles and
therefore helps to prevent recurrence.
Cycle duration: 4 weeks, then maintenance
Weeks 1-4: 1 x/ day Reinforcement 2A
Weeks 5 and following weeks: 1 x/ week Reinforcement 2A, if you take part in a dangerous
sporting activity
Programme: Reinforcement 2A
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