Do you suffer from knee, hip or leg pain? You are not alone. CDC studies show that 30% of adults have reported some form of knee, hip or ankle joint stiffness or pain in a 30 day period.
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Getting to Know the Fritz Physical Therapy Staff HEATHER TORRIS DPT, ATC, OCS
I always knew that I wanted to work in able to help people and that did not require me sitting at
I provide individualized treatment to each of my patients. I look at each person as a whole and take all things into consideration when developing a treatment plan in order to improve function and achieve patient goals. I am someone who relies heavily on my hands/ manual skills to evaluate and treat each patient. I have been working in Outpatient practice for 12 years, specializing in sports medicine and Orthopedics. I have been an Orthopedic Certified Specialist since 2011 and have taken many continuing education courses focused on advanced manual therapy and treatments of the spine and extremities. I also have additional experience treating swimmers and patients with TMJ disorders. My proudest moments as a PT are being able to help patients achieve their goals. Returning patients to the highest level of function possible and allowing them to live their lives to the fullest. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children. I enjoy exercising, shopping and going to concerts or the theater.
a desk for 8 hours. I was also very involved in sports in school and had my share of injuries. This sparked an interest in human anatomy. Also, being exposed to rehab personally—in addition to volunteering—made me realize sports medicine and physical therapy was the right career path for me. I grew up in a small town northeast of Pittsburgh, called Vandergrift. I attended Penn State University where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. I earned my Athletic training certification prior to receiving my Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from The University of Pittsburgh. Private practice allows more one-on-one patient care. It offers more flexibility with scheduling in order to provide the highest quality of care to all patients.
Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
HIP, KNEE & LEG PAIN “Don’t Let Pain Catch Up To You!”
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• Does Arthritis Pain Grind You Down? • Caite’s Healthy Recipe • Relieve Knee Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight • FREE Download
When Your Motion is Lost When you lose the movement of the hip, knee or ankle joints, your muscles have to take on the abnormal strain. This leads to common achesandpainsexperiencedbymillionsofpeople.Manypeople feel that medication will help solve their hip, knee or leg pain. While medication can help to decrease inflammation and pain, it cannot address the root cause of the problem. Most pain in the hip, thigh, knee or leg comes from poor flexibility, strength or coordination. Treating Leg Pain Todetermine thesourceofyour legpainourphysical therapistsexamine your walking, squatting, joint movement, comparing the strength and mobility of the joints. A comprehensive treatment plan, including special hands-on techniques, is made to achieve the fastest relief and the longest lasting results. If you are suffering with hip, knee or leg pain, call us today to learn how we can eliminate your pain and put a spring back in your step! Look inside to learn more and say good-bye to that aching knee or hip!
Do you suffer from knee, hip or leg pain? You are not alone. CDC studies show that 30% of adults have reported some form of knee, hip or ankle joint stiffness or pain in a 30 day period. The hip and knee joints are incredible marvels of the human body. At times they have to withstand up to 6 times your body weight in force. The knee joint is the second most complicated joint in the body and has to move in many directions including forward, backward, side to side and rotation. These different movements are called accessory motions and are needed for normal walking, running and bending. When you experience pain in the side of the hip, groin, thigh or knee, you may have difficulty with these accessory motions. Prolonged sitting, injuries, arthritis and disease can affect accessory motions. With every day use, tissues around the hip and knee joints tighten, leading to a gradual loss of motion. This causes a lot of pressure to build up on specific parts of the joints.
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DOES ARTHRITIS PAIN GRIND YOU DOWN? MillionsofAmericanssuffer througharthritispaineveryday, taking Ibuprofen and stronger medications to numb the pain and address the ongoing inflammation. The definition of arthritis is joint inflammation, however the term has acquired a wider meaning. Arthritis is now used as a generic term for osteoarthritis and other conditions that affect joints. The pattern, severity and location of arthritis symptoms can vary depending on the specific form of the disease.
Typically, arthritic conditions are characterized by pain and stiffness in and around one or more joints. The symptoms can develop gradually or suddenly. Certain rheumatic conditions can also involve the immune system and various internal organs of the body. Physical therapy is an important part of the ongoing treatment for arthritis. Physical therapy strengthens, stretches and stabilizes muscles surrounding affected joints providing needed support. Relieving Joint Pain Exercising is important to help reduce joint pain and stiffness. Light to moderate-intensity physical activity can actually prevent a decline in function, even restoring health. However, some people with arthritis may be reluctant to exercise because of joint pain after activity. You can take various steps to relieve pain, such as heat and cold therapy, or pain relievers, making it easier for you to exercise and stay active. In addition tophysical therapy,choosenon–impactexercisessuchasbicycling, swimmingorwaterexercise.Furthermore, researchshows thatevenmodest weight loss combined with exercise is more effective in decreasing pain
and restoring function than either weight loss or exercise alone. If you are suffering with arthritis pain, call us today and discover how we can relieve your pain, returning you to a more active, pain-free lifestyle!
Caitie’s Healthy Recipe: No Bake Protein Energy Bites
• 2 tbsp honey (or desired sweetener) • 1/3 cup ground flaxseed • 3-4 tbsp protein powder (chocolate, vanilla) • ½ cup desired mix-ins (chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, etc)
Ahealthy,proteinpackedbreakfastorsnack that will curve your hunger at any time of the day! INGREDIENTS • 1 cup old fashioned oats • 2/3 cup peanut butter
INSTRUCTIONS Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15-30 minutes to allow dough to become firm. Roll into balls of desired size and store in refrigerator for up to one week. Restaurant Review: The Dor-Stop Restaurant 1430 Potomac Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15216 By: Caitie Zavora, PTA My husband and I are always on the lookout for the best food with the best price.To our delight, The Dor-Stop Restaurant fit the bill! A classical, nostalgic diner with a retro setting, this family- owned restaurant lived up to our expectations – from the décor and the service to the quality and quantity of the food. The first thing that caught my eye was that this restaurant was visited by Guy Fieri on his Food Network TV Show “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives”! Being a Food Network lovermyself, Iwaspleasantlysurprised.OnaSundaymorning,weventured toDormontandwent to experience this diner for ourselves.The menu had selections focused on breakfast and lunch,
If you would like any of our recipes, email Caitie at czavora@fritzphysicaltherapy.com. avariety thatwouldsatisfyanyonewalking through thedoor.Fromeggs, hot cakes, and french toast, to burgers, and sandwiches, the options were there. Iordered theBananaChocolateChipPremiumHotCakesas recommendedbyourwaitressand theywereoutstanding!Theywere just as they sounded - loaded with chocolate chips and bananas and topped with a generous amount of powdered sugar. I could not have been more pleased with my selection. The portions were more than generous and the service was excellent. If you are willing to wait a little to be seated or served, this is a place you must try for delectable diner food. Make sure to stop by before early afternoon breakfast, brunch, or lunch as they close by 3 pm Mon-Sat, and 2 pm on Sunday!
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PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
I feel great and lost some weight!
“I had both knees replaced 5 months ago and can bike 2.5 miles now! I feel great and lost some weight. The staff is great and make you feel at home. Thank you!” – George P.
Relieve Knee Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing knee pain.
KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Strengthens Knee www.simpleset.net
Do you or someone you know have hip, knee or leg pain? As a current or past patient, you have access to this valuable information, at your fingertips. Start feeling better today in the privacy of your home. Go to www.fritzphysicaltherapy.com, and scroll down to the middle of the page for your free download. This is the easiest way to get this information to our patients. Download and share with friends and family today! You can find the FREE Hip, Knee & Leg Pain ebook download on our homepage at: www.fritzphysicaltherapy.com
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