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A Holistic Approach to Finding Arthritis Relief
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Have you been dealing with the aches and pains of arthritis? Are you tired of taking medication to get relief? We can give you solutions that work without nasty side effects! At Fritz Physical Therapy, our physical therapists take a holistic approach to resolving your arthritis pain. Approximately 40 million people in the United States suffer from arthritis, and one-third say it limits their leisure activities and daily tasks. Around 25% of these individuals also say they are in chronic, debilitating pain daily. While there are several medications on the market that limit pain, none can treat the physical issue that is occurring within your joints. Fortunately, physical therapy can give you solutions that reduce your pain and improve your function without side effects! If you are looking to find relief for your arthritis, we can help! Start by treating it at the source; contact Fritz Physical Therapy today! A Holistic Approach to Finding Arthritis Relief
WHY IS PHYSICAL THERAPY BETTER THAN MEDICATION?
The most common treatments for arthritis are physician-prescribed medications, usually NSAIDs, corticosteroids, or antirheumatic drugs. Unfortunately, although it is easy to pop it in your mouth, medication will cause side effects, which can be more dangerous than arthritis itself. With NSAIDs, you run the risk of blood clots, heart attack, or stroke. With corticosteroids, you run the risk of cataracts, high blood sugar levels, and bone loss. Luckily, there is a much safer and healthier alternative to treating arthritis: physical therapy. A physical therapist’s primary goal when treating arthritis is reducing stress on the joints by increasing strength, preserving or improving range of motion, and teaching balance and coordination exercises.
SOME BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A PHYSICAL THERAPIST INCLUDE:
• Stretching/Mobility Exercises. Restoring motion ensures the joint receives proper blood flow to keep existing cartilage healthy and strong. • Exercise. Light exercises focusing on getting the muscles around the joints stronger help to reduce the forces through the joint and alleviate the pain simultaneously. • Proper posture. Posture work will help to reduce stress on your joints. • Weight control. Reducing/controlling your weight helps to prevent added stress on weight-bearing joints.
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• Proper Nutrition. Avoid processed and sugary foods that cause inflammation in your body and negatively impact your arthritis symptoms. • Sleep. Proper rest helps the body heal, improves your immune system, and helps reduce your inflammation and pain. Physical therapy works by taking a holistic approach to reducing the pain and inflammation in your joints without medications. Treatments to improve strength, balance, and coordination have also been shown to help reduce pain and improve tolerance to daily activities. The healthier your lifestyle choices, the less wear-and-tear to your joints, thus reducing inflammation and pain.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PHYSICAL THERAPY
While many people believe that the aches and pains of arthritis are best treated with rest and avoiding any activity that hurts, this is not the case. In fact, rest and avoidance lead to more pain and disability. Exercise keeps the joints limber and the muscles strong, preventing arthritis from getting worse. Your physical therapist will examine your symptoms, severity of pain, and the location of arthritis, to determine the best individualized treatment plan for your specific needs. Every treatment regimen is different based on your body’s needs and your particular type of arthritis. The best way to get started on a holistic, safe, and healthy treatment through physical therapy is by calling and scheduling a consultation with one of our physical therapists today. We will develop a comprehensive program that includes targeted manual techniques, mobility work, and strengthening to reduce inflammation and provide greater support to the joints. We will then incorporate activity-specific treatments with balance and coordination training to ensure your safe return to doing what you love!
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If you are living with arthritis, or you think you may be experiencing arthritic symptoms, don’t hesitate to contact Fritz Physical Therapy today. Pain and inflammation relief is possible with the help of physical therapy. We’ll get you feeling comfortable again in no time – without the need for pain management drugs!
Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5832048/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/ articles/PMC5772852/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S106345841931297X
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If you are suffering from arthritis and are ready to find relief, we are here for you. You can feel better by the end of the year. Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our specialists.
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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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