Paradigm Physical Therapy Newsletter by Paradigm Physical Therapy
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ThePower of Exercise
Early in my career before I was exposed to great techniques like dry needling, PNF, and joint mobilizations, my patient treatments focused mainly on exercise. In many cases, this approach was equally effective, if not more effective than more advanced treatment techniques. There is amazing power in exercise. Of course, the exercise needs to appropriate and pain free. If these conditions are met, there are many benefits. Here are a few examples: • Moving a joint circulates joint fluid that provides nutrients to joint surfaces. The saying of “Motion is lotion” is true. • Exercise increases blood flow tomuscles which serves to warmup the tissue and increases elasticity, which equals more flexible muscles. • Exercise challenges the muscles which leads to muscle activation. This equals greater stability, commonly known as core strength. I remember a patient that I treated early in my career when exercise was my main tool. She was in her late 50’s, and her goal was to be able to play golf with her husband. Her primary complaint was low back pain. Her biggest need was more stability through her low back and pelvis. A strong emphasis on exercise was perfect for her, and that’s what we did. She performed three exercises that included small rotation movements with light resistance. To her credit, she was committed to the treatment plan. She faithfully attended her appointments twice a week, and we worked hard on these exercises. It was a great success. She returned to playing golf with her husband, and she was stronger than before. Her spine doctor was so impressed with her improved strength that he asked to meet me. A couple years later, that doctor hired me to treat patients in his office. In this story, a focus on exercise not only helped this patient, but it helped me too! - Bo Richardson, PT
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Do You Need Relief From Your Arthritis Pain? TakeTheNext StepWithPhysical Therapy
Study Shows How to Relieve OA Pain Inamedicalstudy,83patientswithosteoarthritiswere assigned to receive either hands-on physical therapy (treatment group) or a pill that actually did nothing to help their pain without them knowing (placebo group). Tests were done to measure how well the peoplewere doing4weeks, 8weeksand1year later. The results were very impressive with the patients who had hands-on physical therapy combined with gentle, specific exercises. They showed significant improvements in their pain, mobility and function. By 8 weeks, patients were able to walk further and faster with much less, or completely resolved pain. Their joint stiffness, aches and mobility had improved by 55% as compared to the group who had no treatment. At one year, patients in the treatment group still were doing great in terms of less pain and more mobility. Other benefits included less need for surgerywithonly5%ofpatients inthetreatmentgroup having undergone surgery as compared to 20% with the placebo group. If you are suffering from osteoarthritis, our physical therapy treatments relieve your pain. Isn’t it time you didsomethingaboutyourpainandmovement?Callus today to learn more about our ARTHRITIS PROGRAM so we can make a positive difference in your life. Annalsof InternalMedicine:February1,2000vol.132no.3173-181.GailD. Deyle,MPT;NancyE.Henderson,PhD,MPT;RobertL.Matekel,MPT;Michael G.Ryder,MPT;MatthewB.Garber,MPT;andStephenC.Allison,PhD,MPT,ECS
• RelieveOAPain • 6 Essential Steps • Patient Results • Exercise INSIDE: “Happiness is a state of mental, physical and spiritual well- being. Think pleasantly, engage in sport and read daily to enhance your well-being.” - Lailah Gifty Akita Quote of TheMonth:
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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 & 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. 5. Heat & 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 specialists.
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 and other tissues. In addition, muscles become weak, therefore not supporting 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 & 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.
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 long-term. 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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AN EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL OFFER FOR OUR PAST CLIENTS ONLY! To THANK YOU For Choosing our PT Practice For Your Therapy & To Celebrate National Physical Therapy Month! WE are Going to Host a Special Event When:October26th12-5PM To Provide YOU with a FREE 30 MINUTE HEALTH SCREEN which will consist of a one-on-one appointment with one of our experienced Physical Therapists! IfYOUAreHavingAnyOfTheseProblems: • Muscle or joint pain, that is limiting you in some way • Difficulty walking, climbing stairs or balance problems • Exercising successfully or unable to enjoy your leisure activities ThenisaMUSTattendEVENT! Call Us Today To Set Up Your Appointment! 720-890-1091 Note : We have a limited number of spots available. So, please do not delay in calling us! We Want To HELP YOU
Patient Success Spotlight “The best physical therapy place!”
“I have to personally say this is the best physical therapy place I have been to!!! Not only does the staff make you feel welcome , most importantly, they get the job done.” S.R. Try this movement if you are experiencing hip pain. Relieve Pain In Minutes CLAMS IN SIDE LYING Lie on one side hips bent to 45 degrees, feet in line with hips. Slowly raise top knee up while keeping feet touching and pelvis still. Return to start position with same speed. Repeat 10 times on both sides. Helps Mobilize Hips Print sudoku http://1sudoku.com 1
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Have YouMet Your Deductible Yet? Have you met your annual insurance deductible? If you have, your therapy may be free. How do you check to see if your deductible has been met? You can call your insurance and ask them or you can call us and we will gladly check your benefits for you.
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