Rebound: Sports Injuries & Post Surgical Rehab

DON'T LET PAIN PUT YOU ON THE SIDELINES!

There is nothing more exciting than taking on a new challenge, sport or activity. For most of us, the thrill of accomplishing a physical goal is what we live for. However, are you prepared for it? The term “weekend warrior” means a person who doesn’t really train for what they are doing; they just go out and do it on the weekend. How do most injuries occur? Most sports injuries occur from ill-prepared individuals who just jump into the activity without first increasing their strength, endurance and flexibility. Your muscles, tendons, ligaments and other tissues need to be warmed up to work properly. They take enormous strain during running and sports activities. Therefore, if they are not in top condition, they are more prone to injury. Injuries increase as you age… If you think back to when you were in your late teens, you could go into a full sprint no problem, take a flying leap and do a whole lot without the

slightest thought about it. As you get older, your tissues become less elastic and in fact a little “drier”. When your muscle, tendon and ligament tissues have enough water, they are supple and stretchy, allowing you to do a lot of activities. Keep yourself hydrated and stretch often to maintain

elasticity in your muscles. Before and after

Knowing the right exercises to prepare for fitness activities is key. Our physical therapy experts have years of experience rehabilitating people after injuries and returning them pain-free to the activities they enjoy. What some people might not know is that physical therapists put specific exercise plans together based on your needs to prevent injury. If you do start to experience pain with activities, Rebound Fitness & Rehabilitation can get you back to enjoying your activities pain-free. Call today to learn more how our programs can help you feel great!

Exercises of the Month Try this movement if you are experiencing a tight or stiff back.

Healthy Recipe: Salmon Burgers

• 1 cup finely chopped red onion • 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper • 1 pound salmon fillet • 1 tbsp hot pepper sauce • 1 large egg white • Cooking spray • 8 slices focaccia, toasted

Lay on your back on the foam roller. Yourheadandbuttshouldberesting on therollerandyourbackshouldbe kept flat, arms out to the side. Slide arms upward while keeping fingers on theground, thenslideback to the starting position.

Place foam roller underneath your sacrum,directilyaboveyourbuttand lower than your lumbar spine

Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine hot pepper sauce and egg white in a small bowl; add egg white mixture to salmon mixture, stirring well to combine. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium- high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add salmon patties, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Serve patties on toasted focaccia.

Place foam roller underneath your forearms. From a kneeling postion, try to bring your butt to your heels whilemaintainingyourarmsforward on the foam roller. Allow your head to drop.

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