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MAY 2023
NIP HIP & KNEE PAIN IN THE BUD!
Don’t let aches and pains keep you from enjoying this season!
issues such as iliotibial band friction syndrome or patellofemoral stress syndrome, as stress is put on the knee or kneecap.
Spring has sprung! The beautiful weather calls for being outside and bringing out the gardening tools. However, one thing can stand in the way of you being able to beautify your front yard: hip and knee pain. Hip and knee pain can get in the way of your everyday life. Contact The Physiotherapy Center LTD to schedule an appointment with your physical therapist to have your hip or knee pain assessed and treated!
How physical therapy can help
Physical therapy can help to strengthen your joints and improve your range of motion. Our clinic believes that natural and conservative treatment options are just as effective (if not more!) for hip and knee pain relief than medications and surgery. We will examine your hip and/or knee for signs of misalignment or structural damage, in addition to examining your stance, posture, gait, and range of motion. After your physical exam, you’ll be prescribed a physical therapy treatment plan, aimed at relieving unnatural stresses and strains. The goal is to normalize your joint function so you can live a comfortable life.
Causes of hip and knee pain
The hips and knees often suffer the same diseases, disorders, and injuries. Overuse injuries such as tendinitis and chronic muscle strain are common in both the hips and knees because both joints are always in use. They are also both subject to acute injuries, such as sprains, strains, and dislocation. Painful injuries that cause instability in the hips can also affect the knees. Tight hip flexor muscles and weak gluteus medius muscles can cause the hip to rotate inward. This results in painful
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You deserve to enjoy all of the wonderful things spring and summer have to offer, including being active outside. The best way to know the true reason behind your hip or knee pain is to come see a licensed physical therapist at The Physiotherapy Center LTD for an in-depth evaluation.
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TYPES OF FOOTWEAR FOR BETTER MOBILITY
Have you tried to find the “right” shoe or been told you need more support but don’t know what that means? The best way to determine what shoe is best for you is to have your body’s biomechanics and gait assessed by one of our physical therapists at The Physiotherapy Center LTD. When choosing a sneaker, boot, or shoe, remember the following: • Modern shoes rarely need to be broken in. • Make sure you have space between your longest toe and the end of the shoe. • The toe box should be snug and not too tight. • Your heel should not slip up and down. • Try the shoes on later in the day.
Your feet should feel good while wearing your shoes, and your footwear should never limit activities. Remember to avoid too much cushion, too much support, and spending too much money. No matter what type of shoe you are looking for, our team at The Physiotherapy Center LTD can assess your body and guide you through finding the one that works best for your particular needs! If you are struggling with pain or uncertain about the ideal shoe for your foot, call us today and request an appointment with one of our specialists! Sources: https://jfootankleres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13047-018-0284-z • https://meridian.allenpress.com/jat/article/55/12/1215/446284/Can-the-Appropriate-Footwear- Prevent-Injury-in • https://jfootankleres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13047-018- 0284-z#:~:text=Between%2063%20and%2072%25%20of,toe%20deformity%2C%20corns%20 and%20calluses. •https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5984451/
DO YOU NEED HELP FINDING RELIEF FROM YOUR PAIN?
WE CAN HELP YOU: • Decrease your pain • Increase your strength • Increase your activity level
• Increase your flexibility • Improve your health • Get back to living MENTION OR BRING IN THIS COUPON TODAY FOR A
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