If you have shoulder pain, you know just how debilitating it can be. Simple acts like taking a book off the shelf or hugging a loved one can prove uncomfortable or impossible. Thankfully, most shoulder pain is treatable without the need for surgery or painkillers. If your shoulder gets injured in a traumatic event, such as a car accident or a bad fall, you should seek medical attention immediately. But for those aches that develop through repetitive stress or being too sedentary, there are a few steps you can take to address your pain. FIRST, REST. When pain first crops up, take a few days to rest your shoulder, avoiding any strenuous activity and applying ice for 15–20 minutes at a time to
control inflammation. If your pain allows, doing some mild pendulum exercises is a good idea to keep your shoulder from “freezing.” IDENTIFY YOUR PAIN. Shoulder pain can stem from a variety of sources, from rotator cuff injuries to arthritis. To find the best way to care for your shoulder, visit a physical therapy clinic that can evaluate your symptoms and address the source of your pain. Our expert team will work to understand your pain and give you recommendations on exercises you can do to play an active role in your recovery. EXERCISE. Often, the best way to heal your shoulder and retain your range of motion is to exercise. Most of the rehabilitative
stretches and workouts can be done at home using little
Sudoku more than resistance bands and your own door frame. However, depending on your condition, some stretches and routines may do more harm than good. That’s why it’s important to work with your physical therapist beforehand to find the right exercises for your condition before you begin. With spring right around the corner, it’s time to work out those aches and pains before the warm weather arrives! If you’ve been living with shoulder pain, or any other bodily discomfort, we’d be happy to perform a free screening here at the clinic. We love how active our community is, and we want to do our part to keep it that way!
Tiramisu
INGREDIENTS • 6 egg yolks • 3 tablespoons sugar • 1 pound mascarpone cheese • 1 1/2 cups strong espresso, cooled
• 2 teaspoons dark rum • 24 packaged ladyfingers • 1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate shavings, for garnish
DIRECTIONS 1. In a large mixing bowl, use a whisk to beat together egg yolks and sugar until thick and pale, about 5 minutes. 2. Add mascarpone cheese and beat until smooth. 3. Fold in 1 tablespoon of espresso. 4. In a small, shallow dish, combine remaining espresso with rum. Dip each ladyfinger into mixture for 5 seconds. Place soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a walled baking dish. 5. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture on top of the first layer of ladyfingers. Top with another layer of ladyfingers and another layer of mascarpone. 6. Cover and refrigerate 2–8 hours. 7. Remove from fridge, sprinkle with chocolate shavings, and serve.
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