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
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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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