Farmingdale PT West & Lake Shore PT Newsletter
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According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 2 people will have symptoms of knee osteoarthritis sometime before the age of 85. They also state that approximately 54.4 million U.S. adults are diagnosed with some form of arthritis each year. Signs of arthritis may include pain with squatting, bending, or sitting too long. (continued inside)
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• How Can I Relieve My Arthritis Pain? • Exercise Essentials INSIDE: Pain that is worse in the morning but seems to disappear throughout the day may also be a sign of arthritis. There are a number of reasons why arthritis may occur, including: • Normal or abnormal wear and tear on joint cartilage. • Injuries that damage cartilage and joints. • Diseases that damage cartilage. • Lack of joint support from poor muscle strength and tissue flexibility. WHAT EXACTLY IS ARTHRITIS? The term “arthritis” refers to any chronic condition that affects the joints, causing pain and inflammation. The Arthritis Foundation states that there are over 100 different types of arthritis that exist. However, the two most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common, and it happens as a gradual “wear and tear” of cartilage surrounding the joints. This can occur from age or from excessive, repetitive use of the affected
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joint(s). When cartilage is worn down, it can no longer act as a strong cushion and shock absorber for the joints, resulting in bone-on-bone friction and painful inflammation. Rheumatoid arthritis is a bit different from osteoarthritis and it is not as well understood. It is the second most commonly experienced form of arthritis, and it develops as an autoimmune response. When someone has rheumatoid arthritis, their immune system sees the joints as a threat. Because of this perceived threat, the immune system attacks the joints, resulting in pain and inflammation. While research is ongoing, in order to better understand rheumatoid arthritis, many experts believe that your hormones, medical history, and environment could all be contributing factors. Do you think you may be experiencing the signs of early-onset arthritis? Are you looking to manage your arthritic pains so you can live more comfortably? If so, contact Farmingdale Physical Therapy West & Lake Shore Physical Therapy today.
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HOW CAN I RELIEVE MY ARTHRITIS PAIN?
While there is not yet a known cure for arthritis, there are some steps you can take on your own, in addition to physical therapy treatments, to make sure your pain is managed to the best of your ability. These include: 1. GETTING EXERCISE. It can sometimes feel difficult to move when you are suffering from arthritis. However, exercise is important for relieving pain and maintaining joint function. It is also vital in strengthening muscles, increasing flexibility, and improving blood flow. In order to avoid additional pressure on the affected joint(s), you can mix weight bearing and non-weight bearing exercises, such as aquatic exercises or bicycling. Your physical therapist will prescribe targeted exercises to you that you can do both during your PT sessions and on your own time. Cartilage receives its nutrition from joint fluid, so the more you exercise, the better. 2. TAKING YOUR VITAMINS. The Arthritis Foundation states that there are a multitude of benefits in taking glucosamine and chondroitin vitamins. Glucosamine is naturally made in the body and helps support the cartilage by retaining water and preventing wear. Therefore, taking additional glucosamine vitamins can help with damaged cartilage. Some studies have also shown glucosamine to slow down joint damage altogether. Consult with your physical therapist about additional supplements to help ease your pain and promote cartilage health. 3. AVOIDING CERTAIN FOODS. Did you know that some foods actually increase the body’s natural inflammatory response? Fried foods, soda, processed foods, and foods with high sugar EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS TRY TH I S EXERC I SE TO REL I EVE ARTHR I T I S PA IN
content and high fat can cause the inflammation of your arthritis to worsen. By cutting out these foods, you can help naturally relieve the inflammation in your body. 4. TAKING CALCIUM AND MAGNESIUM SUPPLEMENTS. Many people are deficient in calcium and magnesium. These are vital minerals needed for hundreds of processes in your body. Having enough calcium and magnesium allows you to build strong bones while simultaneously reducing irritated nerve endings, thus decreasing pain. If possible, find supplements that are in powder form that can be easily digested and help your body’s intake of these essential minerals. 5. GETTING PLENTY OF REST. Sleep is a time for our body and brain to repair itself. Making sure you are getting enough sleep is important. By allotting yourself 7-8 hours of rest each night, you are able to allow your body to repair and decrease pain. When you are tired, your body does not function as well, increasing the inflammatory response and reducing your pain threshold. Regardless of the cause of arthritis, physical therapy plays a major role in the treatment of its symptoms. Physical therapy should always be the first method of treatment, before resorting to more aggressive procedures, such as surgery. If you or a loved one is suffering from arthritis (or you think you might be), contact Farmingdale Physical Therapy West & Lake Shore Physical Therapy today. We will get you started on a treatment plan that will help restore your mobility, comfort, and quality of life.
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INGREDIENTS • 1 salmon fillet • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese • 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley • 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh chives • Juice from half a lemon
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• 1/8 teaspoon salt • Pinch of pepper
DIRECTIONS Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil for easy clean-up. Combine parsley, chives, Feta, lemon, salt and pepper on a cutting board. Run a knife through the combination several times, chopping up all ingredients to mix. Spread combined ingredients on salmon fillet. Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through. Serve! FARMINGDALE PHYSICAL THERAPY WEST 516-731-3583 FarmingdalePhysicalTherapyWest.com LAKE SHORE PHYSICAL THERAPY 631-676-3573 LakeshorePhysicalTherapyNY.com
S T RA I GH T L E G RA I S E 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.
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To our valued patients, As the outbreak of COVID-19 continues to impact many people and countries around the world, all of us here at Farmingdale PT West & Lake Shore PT remain committed to the health and safety of our patients and staff. We understand that as an essential business it is our responsibility to alleviate the pressure COVID-19 has put on our local Emergency Rooms and Urgent Care facilities while maintaining an environment that adheres to the highest standards of safety and sanitation. In order to continue serving our community during these unprecedented times, we have made significant changes to our daily protocols in accordance with the mandates set forth by both local and federal agencies. Your health is our number one priority. Please don’t forget that! Warmly, The whole family at Farmingdale PT West & Lake Shore PT
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“ I started coming to FPTW when a different therapist failed to help me. After having knee replacement surgery, I was delayed in beginning therapy because I had to wear a full leg cast. This delay was 8 weeks. Once I came out of the cast, my leg was bent at almost a 45 degree angle. I could not straighten out my leg. Once Butch, Jill, and the rest of the team at FPTW began working on my leg, we quickly saw positive results and before we knew it, I was walking again and climbing stairs.” - Carlos Ochoa
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There is truly nothing bad you can say about Kevin. He’s an excellent, kind, and caring Physical Therapist who puts his patients before anything else. He does whatever he can to help our physical therapy companies grow, make our patients happy, and bring our team together. He’s a great leader on and off the floor and our aides, patient care coordinators, and other team members know they can go to him with any questions or concerns, and he will help them handle it immediately. Without Kevin, both our LakeShore & Farmingdale teams would feel like they’re missing something. Congratulations on being employee of the month Kevin, you truly deserve it!
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