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NEWSLETTER Your Resource for Health, Wellness, and Caring For Your Body
JUNE 2022
RECOVER BETTER AFTER SURGERY
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NEWSLETTER Your Resource for Health, Wellness, and Caring For Your Body
JUNE 2022
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HOW PHYSIOTHERAPY CAN HELP AFTER ACL SURGERY
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ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries can be excruciatingly painful, regardless of how they are sustained! Have you injured your ACL or had surgery to repair? At The Physiotherapy Center LTD., our physiotherapists are experts at ACL rehabilitation. We can guide you through the necessary steps to resume your normal activities and resume sports without limitations! The vast majority of functions you need to perform each day, including getting out of bed, bending down to empty the dishwasher, crouching to tie your shoe, or going up and down the stairs, are only possible when your knees are functioning correctly. The knee is also responsible for complex movements that are needed for sports participation. The ACL ligament plays a significant role in everyday movements and advanced agility and sports-specific movements. That’s why it is so important to seek the help of a physiotherapist following an ACL injury and subsequent repair. This is a major surgery that can significantly affect your way of life. Fortunately, at The Physiotherapy Center LTD., our licensed and experienced
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WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER ACL SURGERY
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The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the ligaments in the knee joint. Ligaments are a tough band of tissue that attach one bone to the next. The ACL connects the bottom of the thigh bone to the top of the shinbone. The primary function of the ACL is to help keep the knee stable. When the anterior cruciate ligament tears, it typically happens from a sudden stop, twist, or change in motion. Often a torn ACL leads to significant swelling, loss of motion, and it may make you feel as if you can’t put any weight on your leg at all. This ligament is crucial to how the knee functions with everyday activities and advanced sports participation. Post-surgical rehabilitation is essential for your recovery and return to everyday life. Rehabilitation following ACL reconstructive surgery typically requires approximately 6-9 months for normal daily activities and at least a year for safe return to sports. Extensive physiotherapy and hard work are the cornerstones to a successful outcome. We understand that this can be physically, mentally, and emotionally challenging for an individual. There are a lot of ups and downs to the rehab process. For some, the struggle is being sidelined for as long as a year. For others, it is the physical grind to recover your pre-injury abilities. At The Physiotherapy Center LTD., we will work hard to make your rehabilitation process as smooth as possible, so you can get back to playing the sport you love.
Once we have gathered this information, our therapists will develop a comprehensive program that includes targeted manual techniques, mobility work, strengthening, and any appropriate pain relief technique for the early stages of recovery. The second phase of your rehabilitation will progress your strength and dynamic stability to restore function and prevent injuries. We will also incorporate balance and coordination exercises to stimulate the nervous system and help ensure your knee can tolerate stopping and changing directions. We will teach you how to jump and land in the correct positions to avoid an injury in the future. Your physiotherapist will then incorporate activity and sport- specific treatments with a “return to activity/sport” progression to assist you in a safe return to training and sports participation. Our goal is to achieve optimal and symmetrical movement quality.
What to expect with post-surgical physiotherapy
Establishing clear task-based progressions will provide structure and motivation for your rehabilitation after ACL surgery. Our team of physiotherapists is experts at designing evidence-based programs founded on principles of success! We will start with a post-surgical evaluation to identify all the factors contributing to your current level of impairment and dysfunction. This will consist of a thorough history to understand more about your typical training/exercise schedule, the demands on the body, and your overall health status.
Our progressions are based on:
1. Respecting your joint
2. The strength of your entire lower extremity and core
3. Your movement quality
4. Your overall tolerance to exercise.
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Try This Healthy Recipe
At The Physiotherapy Center LTD., we will get you set up on a treatment plan following your surgery so you can begin your recovery process as soon as possible. Our expert physiotherapists will also help you learn methods and techniques for protecting your knees in the future to prevent further pain or injury. Have you injured your ACL? Call today to schedule an appointment with our team! Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7735691/ • https://www.ncbi.nlm. nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6063063/ • https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/54/9/512?fbclid=IwA R2UKfY7cDl_SB1wsAQAydvPIH_y38G23CHQo--xDm5OtbpSN6DWtEYAJ1A
Eggplant Pizza Bites
• 1 c. marinara • 1 c. shredded mozzarella • 1/2 c. mini pepperoni • 1/2 c. shredded Parmesan • 1/4 c. finely sliced basil
• 2 large eggplants, cut into 1/2” rounds • Extra-virgin olive oil • kosher salt • ground black pepper
Directions: Preheat grill to medium-high. Brush both sides of eggplant with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill eggplant until tender and slightly charred on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Top each round with marinara, mozzarella and mini pepperoni. Keep the eggplant on the grill to allow the cheese melt, about 30 seconds more. Remove eggplant from grill. Top with Parmesan and basil and serve.
Source: https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a48193/eggplant-pizza-bites-recipe/
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HEALTHY GRILLING FOR ARTHRITIS Have you been looking forward to spring cookouts and barbeques all year? It’s finally summer, which means the time has come to dust off your grill and pick up your apron from the shelf. However, in the midst of all of the excitement, it’s important to remember to eat healthy. This is especially true for individuals with arthritis. Eating too much or the wrong foods can trigger inflammatory responses, resulting in muscle, nerve, or joint pain. Certain foods have been shown to reduce inflammation, while others have been shown to aggravate it.
This might sound intimidating, but it’s good news! You have the power to lessen your pain and inflammation by making healthy food choices. Here are some examples of tasty foods you can prepare this summer while also being conscious of your health: Swap burgers for salmon with lemon and savory summer herbs. Studies have shown that eating red and processed meat on a regular basis increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers, particularly colorectal cancer. Salmon, on the other hand, is high in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D– two elements that improve joint health, boost immunity, and protect against inflammation. Replace ketchup and mayo with salsa Did you know that ketchup packs roughly 2 teaspoons of sugar per tablespoon? Or that mayo is high in unhealthy fats? Instead of these common condiments, try something new this spring! Salsa is high in nutrients and low in calories, with only four to five calories per tablespoon and no fat. And it tastes great! CALL & START HEALING TODAY (345) 943-8700
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