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How Physical Therapy Can Help You Get Healthier
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From fad diets to detoxes, the media regularly bombards us with messages about how to get healthier. Even seemingly simple advice like “exercise regularly” can be difficult to navigate when fitness influencers battle it out to prove that their 30-day program is better than the rest. At Fritz Physical Therapy, we want to help you cut through the noise. Our trained experts take a holistic view of health and wellness and understand that good health isn’t just about physical health but mental and emotional health, too. We also know that everyone isn’t starting from the same place — and that’s okay! We’ll meet you where you’re at and help you develop strategies to find a health- promoting regime that works for you. Despite what you may have read on social media, evidence-based health- promoting behaviors are fairly straightforward. However, they can be difficult to implement, especially between work, family, and other obligations. We get it. That’s why we advocate for small, simple changes that can make a big difference. Are you ready to start making healthy changes in your life? Call us today to set up an appointment! WHAT IT EVEN MEANS TO “BE HEALTHY” The World Health Organization defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity,” which speaks to the complexities of health as a concept. Good health also means different things to different people. For example, an 80-year-old on medication to manage high blood pressure and diabetes might consider herself healthy because she’s still physically active and can live independently. Meanwhile, a 20-year-old with no health conditions and excellent metabolic health might consider himself unhealthy because he struggles with exercise. Living an entire life free of disease or illness is impossible for most of us. However, we can still strive to live as healthy as possible. Moving regularly, managing stress, and eating a nutritionally dense diet will help you feel your best, regardless of whether or not you meet the WHO’s (or anyone else’s) definition of “healthy.” Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6027933/ • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/ articles/PMC6315424/ •https://www.who.int/about/governance/constitution •https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/ health/sleep/why-sleep-important How Physical Therapy Can Help You Get Healthier
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Simple Tips For Healthy Living
• Get Enough Sleep: Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health. A lack of deep REM sleep will have physical and psychological ramifications, affecting cardiovascular health, insulin levels, and cognitive abilities. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep a night. • Move Your Body: Exercise is another health-promoting behavior that has a big impact. Regular exercise improves your metabolic health, elevates your mood, and helps you stay mobile even as you age. Aim for 150 minutes of moderately intense exercise (i.e., walking) each week–that works out to about 22 minutes daily! • Eat a Nutritious Diet: Although it may seem like certain foods cycle in and out of “health food” status, research has confirmed the ideal diet: one that’s varied, with plenty of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats. One simple tip for eating healthier is to emphasize adding healthy foods to your meals rather than restricting less healthy choices. • Stay Hydrated: As part of that nutritious diet, ensure you drink plenty of water throughout the day. Hydration helps prevent injuries and may lessen your chances of developing chronic illnesses. Current recommendations vary but usually land at around 8 cups a day. • Meditate Daily: Taking five minutes each day to practice deep breathing and mindfulness can, like exercise, have a radiating effect on your physical and mental health. PHYSICAL THERAPY’S ROLE IN PROMOTING GOOD HEALTH • We can help you manage or resolve injuries and/or painful conditions that keep you from being physically active. • We can help you develop a fun, effective exercise program that suits your interests and abilities. • We can identify areas of musculoskeletal weakness or impairment that might cause problems for you down the road — and give suggestions for managing that impairment now! • We can show you relaxation techniques to manage stress. • And much more! When you visit us, we’ll create a customized program that addresses your unique needs. FIND GOOD HEALTH WITH FRITZ PHYSICAL THERAPY! Our team of movement and musculoskeletal experts is here to help you live a full, healthy life. To get started, call us to schedule an appointment today!
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You bring the talent, we bring the expertise! The staff here at Fritz Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine is specialized in a variety of sports and activities. Bring your athletes to us for prevention of sports related injuries. We can detect where your body’s weakest links are hidden and help you unlock new athletic potential while reducing your likelihood of injury. As movement specialists, we play an important role in the rehabilitation of your sports-related injuries. Our dedicated team is trained in the specific art of dealing with sports injuries, and we’ll have you back to fighting form in no time! Call us today to schedule an appointment for yourself or the athlete in your life at 412.278.1221.
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CAN YOU HEAR WHAT YOUR BODY IS TELLING YOU?
The experts at Fritz Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine hear you loud and clear. Our Physical Therapists and staff know how to interpret the subtle changes in how a body bends, twists and moves that make one individual more likely to be injured than another. We can detect where your body’s weakest links are hidden and help you unlock new athletic potential while reducing your likelihood of injury.
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