6 TIPS TO HELP YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN THIS SEASON
When it comes to treating arthritis, you may have more options than you realize. There is a lot you can do to reduce your aches and pains from arthritis, while gaining more mobility and function. People often experience pain from arthritis because of stiff joints, muscles, andother tissues. Inaddition,musclesbecomeweak, thereforenotsupporting the arthritic joints. Our customized physical therapy treatments promote muscle strength, improve range of motion, increase mobility, and ease pain. In addition, coupling your treatments with the following can also help you live life to the fullest and get you back to doing the things you love: 1. Education and self-management When your treatment is over, our experts will have equipped you with the knowledge and exercises you need to continue your progress on your own. 2. Weight loss Maintaining your recommended weight or losing weight if you are overweight can lessen your pain by reducing stress on your affected joints. Weight loss specifically helps ease pressure on weight-bearing joints, such as the hips and knees. 3. Footwear and insoles If arthritis affects your knee, special footwear and insoles can reduce pain and improve walking. 4. Knee braces For osteoarthritis with associated knee instability, a knee brace can reduce pain, improve stability, and reduce the risk of falling. Aiko Terao–Robidoux was born and raised in Spokane, WA and leads a very active lifestyle. Since an early age, she’s been involved in sports and outdoor activities, which have put her on the receiving end of physical therapy a time or two. She earned her Associates in Fine Arts in 2003 and Yoga Certification in 2009. Using her passions for creativity and instruction, she obtained her COTA/L certification in 2017. As a mother of three, she is strongly focused on family and empowering others through building community. Since joining Synergy, Aiko has placed all her enthusiasm into working with our patients and learning our culture of care. Staff Spotlight Aiko Terao–Robidoux COTA/L, RYT200
5. Heat and cold Many people find the heat of a warm bath, heat pack, or paraffin bath eases arthritis pain. Others find relief in cold packs. Still others prefer alternating the two. Learn more about what can work best for you by talking to our Synergy Healthcare specialists. 6. Exercise Exercise has been proven to help reduce arthritis pain while increasing strength and function. Knowing the right kind of exercises to do is the key. Talking with our physical therapists will point you in the right direction. There is a lot that you can do to relieve the pain from arthritis and protect your joints for the longterm. Find out more about our ARTHRITIS PROGRAM by calling us today and discover how to relieve and reduce the pain of arthritis.
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