If you’re constantly facing lower back, hip or knee pain—you might be feeling arthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control, roughly 54.4 million U.S. adults are diagnosed with some form of arthritis per year. As we age, the cartilage in our joints wears down, causing painful bone on bone rubbing, inflammation, stiffness, and pain.
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H I T Y O U R S T R I D E ! RELIEVING LOW BACK, HIP AND KNEE ARTHRITIS PAIN
If you’re constantly facing lower back, hip or knee pain—you might be feeling arthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control, roughly 54.4 million U.S. adults are diagnosed with some form of arthritis per year. As we age, the cartilage in our joints wears down, causing painful bone on bone rubbing, inflammation, stiffness, and pain. While there is no cure for replacing cartilage yet, it is possible to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis, by improving your joint movement, muscle strength, balance, and coordination. It’s even possible to eliminate symptoms entirely, depending on the amount of arthritis you have. If you have regular aches and pains, keep reading. We have a solution. WHAT IS ARTHRITIS, EXACTLY? Before knowing how to relieve arthritic pain, you’ll need to understand it. Arthritis—or the painful stiffness, or inflammation, of joints—isn’t a single disease. The term “arthritis” is an informal explanation of joint pain and disease in general. Over 100 types of arthritis exist, according to the Arthritis Foundation. People of all ages, races and sex can get it. It’s also the leading cause of ongoing disability in America. The most prevalent form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is caused by either injury or normal wear and tear.
WHAT CAUSES LOWER BACK, HIP AND KNEE ARTHRITIS? Because arthritis is a catch-all term, pinpointing what causes arthritis may be difficult. In most cases, arthritis is caused by overuse, wear and tear, or injuries.
Arthritis can also be caused by:
· Infections, such as Lyme disease
· An immune system dysfunction — rheumatoid arthritis
· The inheritance of osteoarthritis
· An abnormal metabolism, which leads to gout
For arthritis suffers, even simply walking can cause pain in the lower back, hip or knee. Often, arthritis is a downward spiral of progress pain, limiting movement and strength, which in turn causes more inactivity and pain. However, by improving joint movement, muscle strength, balance and coordination, this cycle can be broken, reducing pain and inflammation. Discover how our team of specialists at Infinity Physical Therapy can get you moving pain-free again!
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Walking is the #1 exercise prescribed for arthritis. Some helpful tips to make your walking program more enjoyable and beneficial are as follows: 1. Talk before you walk. Discuss your program with your physical therapist. 2. Walk a mile in your shoes and then reassess your need for arch supports or orthotics. 3. Walk with a buddy. 4. Be careful with leashed dogs. They might “walk you” and increase your risk of falling down. 5. Listen to your body: modify distance, time and intensity as needed. 6. Move slowly and use assistance as needed (with a cane or walking stick).
SIDE-LYING CORE ACTIVATED LEG CIRCLES Lie on your side with bottom leg bent and top one straight. Hand flat on floor in front, near your chest. Tighten your lower abdominals to keep your trunk still. Point the toes of the top leg and slowlymake small circles first clockwise, then counterclockwise keeping the knee straight ahead or slightly upward. Repeat 5 times on each leg. tai chi, yoga, Pilates, water exercises, cycling, strength training and hand mobility exercises. It is best to seek medical advice before starting any exercise program and to work with a physical therapist to develop a tailored exercise program. For more information about how we can help you, call Infinity PT at 720.635.5552 or visit us online at liveinfinitypt.com today! For more information about starting a walking program visit www.arthritis.org to find out more information about their “Walk with Ease” program. Other popular types of exercise for people with arthritis includes: stretching,
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An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay before your insurance company pays for your medical services. If your deductible is met, your Physical Therapy may not cost you anything. Patients with family plans or those who have had major surgeries or have a chronic illness are especially likely to have a $0 balance remaining on their out-of- pocket expenses. This means that the cost of physical therapy could be minimal or completely covered by the patient’s insurance plan. If you are close to or have met your insurance deductible for the year, then now is the time to come in for Physical Therapy! Are you feeling aches and pains? Need to work on your core? Let us help you get a head start for 2021. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.
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ROASTED BEETS WITH DILL & FETA
INGREDIENTS • 1 lb small fresh beets • 4 tbsp olive oil, divided • 1 lb radishes
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze • 2 oz feta cheese • 2 tbsp chopped dill
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INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 425°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Peel and cut the beets into eighths. Add to baking sheet and toss with 2 tbsp oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread out in a single layer. Roast 30–35min., until tender, stirring once halfway through. Meanwhile, trim the radishes and cut into quarters. Add to second baking sheet and toss with remaining 2 tbsp oil. Seasonwith salt and pepper. Spread out in a single layer. In same oven as beets, roast radishes 15–20 min., until tender, stirring once halfway through. On a large platter, combine the beets and radishes. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze. Top with the feta and dill.
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