Living and thriving with arthritis; putting together an exercise programme; adding aerobic activity; building strength; pursuing pain-free flexibility; exploring alternative exercise programmes; protecting your joints; staying on track.
A. Lynn Millar, PT, PhD, FACSM, is professor of physical therapy and assistant program chair in the department of physical therapy at Andrews University. She received her PhD in exercise physiology at Arizona State University. She specializes in therapeutic exercise for several conditions including arthritis. Her areas of research include work with track athletes, injury prevention and treatment, and other therapy-related topics.
Millar first joined the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) in 1978 and has been a fellow of the ACSM since 1992. She has been involved extensively in the Midwest Regional Chapter of the ACSM, having served as the president as well as serving on the Communications and Public Information and Membership committees. She is also a member of the American Physical Therapy Association. Millar has served as a manuscript reviewer for the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy (JOSPT) and ACSM's flagship journal, Medicine & Science in Sport & Exercise (MSSE).
Millar lives in Granger, Indiana, and enjoys playing golf, running, and reading.
ABOUT THE ACSM
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is
dedicated to promoting healthier lifestyles for people around the
globe through scientific research, education, and the practical
application of knowledge in sports medicine and exercise science.
The ACSM has more than 20,000 international, national, and regional
members in 80 countries who work in a range of medical specialties,
allied health professions, and scientific disciplines. This
diversity and expertise make the ACSM the largest, most-respected
sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world.
Action Plan for Arthritis "is a comprehensive exercise guide that
will be informative and useful to both people with arthritis, and
health and fitness professionals who work with this growing
population. This book will provide the reader with the most current
research evidence on arthritis and exercise. It includes a variety
of alternative exercise options including Tai Chi and Yoga. A
must-read for individuals wanting to start a safe and effective
fitness program in order to remain active and healthy while living
with arthritis."
Marie D. Westby, PT Teaching Supervisor/Clinical Assistant
Professor
Mary Pack Arthritis Centre, Vancouver, BC
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