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NEWSLETTER Your Resource for Health, Wellness, and Caring For Your Body
OCTOBER 2022
ORTHOTICS FOR THE UPPER BODY
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NEWSLETTER Your Resource for Health, Wellness, and Caring For Your Body
OCTOBER 2022
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Have you recently injured your shoulder, elbow, or hand? Have you suffered a wrist fracture? At The Physiotherapy Center LTD., we specialize in treating all upper body conditions, including using custom orthotics to help you regain any lost function from the injury. The upper extremities include your hands, wrists, forearms, elbows, upper arms, and shoulders. Pain or dysfunction anywhere in your upper extremity can make daily activities difficult to complete. Whether it’s brushing your hair, driving a car, or typing at a computer, you use your upper extremities hundreds of times throughout the day. If you are experiencing pain or difficulty due to an injury or underlying condition, a custom orthotic can help. For more information or to schedule an appointment with one of our physiotherapists, contact The Physiotherapy Center LTD. today. ORTHOTICS FOR THE UPPER BODY
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WHAT IS A CUSTOM ORTHOTIC FOR THE UPPER EXTREMITIES
An orthotic is a type of support, brace, or splint used to support, align, prevent, or correct the function of the joints. Most people are familiar with foot orthotics, but wrist braces and arm braces are also orthotic devices. They all work to help those with pain or difficulty with basic movements perform these activities again. A custom orthotic is made specifically for the individual to ensure it follows the contours of your body, resulting in a better fit and more support. The ideal orthotic will provide the following:
1. Effectiveness 2. Comfort 3. Ease of use
It can sometimes be challenging to determine if an orthotic device is needed. If your injury or condition affects your normal daily activities or begins to cause discomfort, you may benefit from being fitted for an orthotic. Depending on the severity of your condition, many different braces may help make daily activities easier to perform. Custom braces can help with the alignment of joints and allow for optimum healing. Over-the-counter braces and splints do not provide the same value and are often removed and/or not used. The most common reasons people stop using their orthotics are:
Upper extremity orthoses may offer particular advantages when treating deficits caused by deformity, paralysis, or pain. The goal of the custom orthotic is to support the joints, optimize healing, prevent deformity, and improve the function of the arm.
HOW PHYSIOTHERAPY CAN HELP
If you notice discomfort or struggle with normal activities since your injury/condition started, we can help you find a solution. Our physiotherapists will conduct a physical evaluation to determine your needs and examine your upper extremity’s current levels of mobility. From there, they will design a personalized treatment plan and create a custom orthotic to relieve pain, improve your range of motion, optimize your healing and increase your overall function. Your therapy sessions will focus on pain reduction, swelling control, range of motion, strength, coordination, and dexterity. Your therapist will also design a home exercise program for you to follow to ensure optimal results. We use a patient-centered approach to address the needs of the patient. Whether you need to open a jar, button a shirt, or get back to the repetitive demands of a job, our therapist will focus on what you need to get back to doing what you love. If your upper extremity pain is making daily life difficult for you, contact our office today for an appointment. We will determine if custom orthotics could benefit you, and we’ll get you started on the path toward long-lasting relief.
1. Pain 2. Discomfort 3. Wounds or skin irritation
By working closely with one of our highly trained physiotherapists, you can be confident that you have the proper brace for facilitating healing and protecting your upper extremity during your recovery.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM AN UPPER EXTREMITY ORTHOTIC?
Orthotics are used to support or correct a weak or deformed body part. They can also be used to restrict or prevent motion in a diseased or injured part of the upper body. Orthotic devices for the upper extremities are used for injuries and disorders of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, or fingers.
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Handling any problem sooner rather than later leads to better results and prevents long-term damage, such as arthritis. Contact The Physiotherapy Center LTD. today to schedule a consultation with one of our physiotherapists! We will provide you with custom orthotics to help you feel better and get back to doing what you love! Sources: • https://content.iospress.com/articles/technology-and-disability/tad190247 • https://www.physio-pedia.com/Introduction_to_Upper_Limb_Orthoses • https:// www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S074907122100891X • https://www. sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0894113018301662
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Ingredients:
• ½ tsp chopped fresh thyme • 1 clove garlic, minced • ½ cup heavy whipping cream • 2 tsp black pepper
• 6 cups vegetable stock • 1 ½ tsp salt • 4 cups pumpkin puree • 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley • 1 cup chopped onion
Directions: Heat stock, salt, pumpkin, onion, thyme, garlic, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes uncovered. Puree the soup in small batches (1 cup at a time) using a food processor or blender. Return to pan, and bring to a boil again. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for another 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir in heavy cream. Pour into soup bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/9191/pumpkin-soup/
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3 WAYS TO PRACTICE GRATITUDE Did you know that being grateful is actually good for your health? It’s true! We all love Thanksgiving for the excellent food, football, and time spent with family, but truthfully, this holiday means much more. Practicing gratitude can lead to greater happiness all year long. According to Harvard Health Publishing, “Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.” This might sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! Take a few minutes each morning or evening to write down at least 3 things that you are grateful for in your life. This repeated action helps us shift into a more positive mindset and can help fight symptoms of depression and anxiety. 2. WRITE DOWN WHAT YOU ARE GRATEFUL FOR EVERYDAY
3. USE VISUAL REMINDERS
If you want to implement more gratitude in your own life, take a look at these 3 tips.
It can be hard to remember to practice gratitude. With your hectic schedule, sometimes it can feel impossible to sit down, take a moment to breathe, and reflect on your blessings. Visual cues can be a great tool for reminding us to take a beat. Something as simple as sticky notes, a poster, or even your home screen on your phone or laptop can help us remember to slow down and shift to a positive mindset.
1. WRITE THANK YOU LETTERS
Remember writing thank you letters? How long has it been since you wrote one? You don’t need to have a wedding, graduation, or other big life event to thank the people in your life. Try writing thank you letters to your friends and family for the little things– you’ll be surprised at how good it feels!
Sources: https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier
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