Question 1

what are some isometric exercises?

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No joint movement: Iso  is from the greek word meaning "same" and metric refers to length. So an isometric exercise is one in which there is a muscle contraction without a change in its length, ie the joint does not move. Flexing the biceps, for example, is an isometric exercise. Pinching  & holding your shoulder blades together is a great example of a functional isometric exercise used to treat shoulder problems.

Question 2

why are isometric exercises bad for enlarged aortas?

Accepted Answer

Exercise: Isometrics can cause large blood pressure swings which can increase the wall stress on the enlarged aorta.

Question 3

how do isometric exercises work?

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Muscle length static: Isometric exercises by definition work the contracting muscle with resistance while the muscle maintains a static length. A plank is a great example, whereby you hold a fixed body position by contracting a host of core muscles. Strength and endurance increase measurably with repeated isometric exercises over time. (abdominal core muscles being worked isometric ally to point of fatigue in picture).

Question 4

what is the best way to do isometric exercises?

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Isometric exercises: Isometric implies same muscle length. A great way to do this is to use your opposite arm or leg to provide resistance. Another way is to use a stationary object such as the wall or the floor. This will allow safety.

Question 5

i've heard that isometric exercises cause your blood pressure to raise up and is that true?

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Isometric: Isometric exercise does cause the blood pressure to  rise more than aerobic exercise.

Question 6

have sinus of valsava of 3.8mm with mild aortic regurgitation cardiologist ok'ed exercise is isometric exercises ok in moderation nothing to extreme?

Accepted Answer

Sinus of Valsalva: Need more details. Which sinus because 2 of 3 are where a coronary artery originals. Discuss with the Dr. who did the testing as he knows which one. Ask if you only have 2 instead of 3 as 2 more likely to have aortic regurgitation at your age. Ask what is the reason for the regurgitation. You should probably take antibiotics before dental procedures but ask team.

Question 7

what are some isometric core exercises i could do while trying to let a pars fracture heal?

Accepted Answer

Core Exercises.: Knees to chest
begin this exercise lying on your back with your knees bent. Take both knees towards your chest as far as possible without pain. Repeat 10 times.

Rotation in lying
begin this exercise lying on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat and holding them together. Gently take both knees from side to side as far as possible without pain. Repeat 10 times.

Question 8

are isometric hand exercises beneficial for blood pressure reduction? any experience with the zona plus device?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: I don't know of any supported data which supports this claim..I'm sure their web site does.

Question 9

isometric vs isotonic exercise?

Accepted Answer

Move or not?: Muscle contractions can be divided into: 
•isotonic (constant tension through rom-range of motion)
  basically but not exactly like free wts.
  Most effect on weakest point          
•isometric  (no movement)                  
•isokinetic (motion is at aconstant speed but the force varies)
   requires complicated special equipment but does strengthen the muscle through its entire range equally.

Question 10

how effective is isometric exercise?

Accepted Answer

R U ready: Any exercize result depends on what you put into it

strength gains only occur at the angle you use in the exercise.
During an exercise,  blood flow to the muscle stops, blood pressure rises, and less blood flows back to the heart.
This could be dangerous if you have heart problems.

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