Newsletter for MMA & Sports Rehab
THE NEWSLETTER ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND CARING FOR YOUR BODY NEWSLETTER
OSTEOARTHRITIS IS A PAIN! PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP!
MMA Sports Rehab WON in the category of “Best Physical Therapy” in Washington Family’s annual Best for Families Awards. Thank you so much to all of you that voted and make this possible!
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INSIDE :
•How Can Physical Therapy Help Osteoarthritis? • Benefits Of Routinely Stretching
• Healthy Recipe • Patient Success Spotlight
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THE NEWSLETTER ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND CARING FOR YOUR BODY NEWSLETTER
OSTEOARTHRITIS IS A PAIN! PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP!
INSIDE :
• How Can Physical Therapy Help Osteoarthritis? • Benefits Of Routinely Stretching
• Healthy Recipe • Patient Success Spotlight
As we all age, our bodies experience a certain “wear and tear” on cartilage and joints. This can cause inflammation and pain, known as arthritis. According to the American Arthritis Foundation, Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, making itself apparent in people as they age. It can certainly take a toll on one’s body, resulting in achy or painful joints after exercise, after a long day on one’s feet, or even after prolonged periods of inactivity, thus causing joints to constrict. The most common areas of Osteoarthritis are found in the fingers, hips, knees, and spine. These are all joints that we use excessively, even in our daily lives. Just think - by the time you lift yourself out of bed, shower, brush your teeth, eat breakfast, and prepare to begin your day, you’ve already used these joints a multitude of times. Therefore, it isn’t surprising that pain can occur in them over time. If you believe you may be experiencing Osteoarthritis, give one of our physical therapists a call today to discuss pain relief.
itself in younger adults, especially if they are prone to weak joints, poor dieting, or if they aren’t very active. Your cartilage works hard to protect your joints by absorbing the natural shocks that your body experiences on a daily basis. Therefore, much of your likelihood regarding Osteoarthritis is dependent upon the physical and nutritional lifestyles you partake in. Joint alignment can alter and the muscles around a joint can weaken over time, causing the cartilage to shift or thin. As cartilage wears down, Osteoarthritis becomes much more common. As Osteoarthritis progresses, more symptoms can arise. The most common symptoms are: • Joint pain. • Swelling or tenderness in or around the joint(s). • Inflammation or flare-ups of pain in the joint(s) after use. • Feeling stiff after sitting or laying down for prolonged periods of time, especially when getting up in the morning. • Crepitus - also referred to as a “cracking or crunching” feeling when moving the joint(s), or the sound of bone rubbing on bone.
Why do we experience Osteoarthritis? While it is true that Osteoarthritis is most common in older folks, that is not always necessarily the case. It is possible that Osteoarthritis can present
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How Can Physical Therapy Help Osteoarthritis?
According to the American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 in 5 adults are diagnosed with arthritis annually. Physical and occupational therapy are the most common treatments for Osteoarthritis, usually helping with the relief of joint pain in just a few sessions. If you have arthritis, don’t fret - there is hope! While anti- inflammatory and pain medications will help for the time being, they are very much a short-term solution. Physical therapy can help in actually strengthening your joints and muscles once again, allowing for a much healthier and long-term pain relief solution. Occupational therapy will also help in learning to use your joints in new ways once
again, allowing for the highest quality of life despite the severity of your arthritis. Our physical therapists are trained to help you with joint alignment, stability, muscle regeneration, and most importantly, pain relief. They are dedicated to helping you get back to your normal levels of mobility. Don’t settle for a life of aches and pains - physical therapy can get you back on your feet and doing the activities you used to love! If you are suffering from Osteoarthritis, give us a call today - we can get you back to living your best, most pain-free life.
Exercise Essentials Try this movement if you are experiencing pain.
Healthy Recipe Vegan Chicken Salad INGREDIENTS • 1 cup cooked or
Relieves Leg Pain
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• 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill • 1/4 cup chopped scallions • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1/4 cup vegan mayo • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar • Salt and pepper to taste
STRAIGHT LEG RAISE While lying or sitting, slowly raise your leg, keeping your knee straight and your toes pointed outward. Hold for 2 seconds, then slowly lower your leg to the starting position. Repeat 6-10 times with each leg.
canned chickpeas, drained, rinsed and lightly mashed • 8 ounces seitan (about 1/2 batch if using homemade), finely diced • 1/2 cup slivered or sliced roasted almonds • 1 cup diced celery
INSTRUCTIONS Place the chickpeas into a medium bowl and roughly mash them with a fork or potato masher. Add the remaining ingredients and stir until fully mixed. Taste- test and adjust any seasonings to your liking. Chill or serve immediately.
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Practice News
“My name is Jay Hayward and I am from San Diego, California. I graduated from Long Beach State with a degree in Kinesiology-Exercise Science. I am a rising 3rd year Doctor of Physical Therapy student at Marymount University in Arlington, VA. I am passionate about sports and am looking forward to joining the profession either in outpatient orthopedics or pediatric physical therapy. I am very appreciative of my opportunity to have my clinical internship here at MSR with Dr. Ujjwal Shakya.”
Additional News
We at MSR are very excited to have Jay with us. He will do great. We believe in giving back to our community and profession. Teaching is a great passion for us and we love our students.
Dr. Ujjwal Shakya has completed and has been certified with “Internationally Accredited Diploma in Sports Nutrition” and currently working on Functional Nutrition Program for Chronic Pain.
Benefits of Routinely Stretching
Patient Success Spotlight
As you age, your muscle tissue actually dries out a little, tightening. This causes a loss of range of motion in your joints and tissues. In addition to the loss of range of motion, it can really limit your active lifestyles and hinder day-to-day, normal motions. Tasks that used to be simple, such as dressing or squatting down to tie your shoes, now become extremely difficult. A regular stretching program helps lengthen your muscles and makes daily living activities much easier. Everyone can learn to stretch, regardless of age or flexibility. Stretching should be a part of your daily routine, whether you exercise or not. It does not have to involve a huge amount of time, but stretching can end up giving you huge results! Stretching is a natural part of what we do on a daily basis. You might notice that if you have been sitting in a particular position for a long time, you stretch unconsciously. It feels good! In addition to that good feeling, a consistent stretching programwill produce large gains in flexibility and joint movement. Be kind to your muscles and they will be kind to you!
“After a few months, my back was ten times better. ”
“One of my friends referred me to this place for my back which had been botheringme for years. Dr. U and Dr. Mike are both incredible. After a fewmonths, my back was ten times better. They are both very personable andmake physical therapy fun. They provide you with a workout plan and exercises that allow you to continue to strengthen and keep the pain away. I highly recommend!” - J.Y.
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