INGREDIENTS • 1 1/2 cups dried apricots • 1 cup raw cashews (can sub blanched almonds or macadamia nuts) • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling) • 2 tbsp brown rice syrup • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract • Pinch of salt HEALTHY RECIPE COCONUT APRICOT ENERGY BALLS
Shake Your Hips And Bend Your Knees!
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What Do My Symptoms Mean? Aching or stiffness around the groin is likely coming fromthe hip joint. Although some think the outer aspect of their pelvis is the “hip,” they are really referring to muscles and not the joint itself. Clarifying the location of your pain will help your physical therapist figure out the source of your pain and the appropriate plan to resolve it. The inner aspect of the knee is commonly thought to be where most people experience early joint pain or cartilage injury. Pain along the outer aspect of the knee is typically due to tendon related injury or inflammation. A decreased range of motion and difficulty bearing weight can also be signs of deeper problems which may indicate a more serious condition that warrants seeking help sooner than later. Ignoring your pain, or waiting too long to be seen canmake the problemworse and eliminate simple solutions. Often it’s inactivity and avoiding movement that can contribute to immobility and pain. We know that our joints need movement for blood flow and nutrition to stay healthy. While some hip, knee and leg pains go away, those lasting longer than several months may be hinting at a deeper issue. How Physical Therapy Helps Education, exercise andweight loss are cornerstones of a successful outcome. Your physical therapist will assess your particular condition to identify the contributing factors and address all of them.
DIRECTIONS Add all of the ingredients to a food processor and pulse until everything is mixed together. You should be able to easily press the mixture between your fingers to form a sticky dough. Scoop out 1 tbsp at a time of the mixture and use your hands to roll into a ball, then dip each ball into a plate of shredded coconut. Place in the fridge for at least 2 hours to set. Source: https://choosingchia.com/coconut-apricot-energy-balls/
EXERCISE TO TRY AT HOME To help shake your hips and bend your knees!
Physical therapists are skilled at hands-on intervention and exercise selection for themost comprehensive and appropriate intervention to help you resolve your pain and/or restore your function. In many cases, physical therapy can help patients increase mobility, strength and function. Your therapistwill designaprogram to restore lostmotion, build your strengthand teach your strategies for reducing pain and increasing your activity level. Your therapist can help you reclaim a healthy lifestyle. Fromstart tofinish, we’re dedicated to your ongoing well-being. On every level, physical therapy serves to enhance the patient’s quality of life. Contact one of our providers today, and tell us about your symptoms.Weoffer theresultsyouare lookingfor!
Start by standing with feet shoulder-width-apar t. Next, take a step forward and allow your front knee to bend. Your back knee may bend as well. Then, return to original position, or you may walk and take a step forward and repeat with the other leg. Keep your pelvis level and straight the entire time. Your front knee should bend in line with the 2nd toe and not pass the front of the foot.
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