Exercise Essential
Arthritis & Physiotherapy
Regardless of the cause of arthritis, physiotherapy plays a major role in the treatment of arthritis symptoms and should be tried first, before more aggressive procedures such as surgery. While maintaining a healthy weight, exercise and a good diet help, surgical intervention may eventually be needed. However, physiotherapy has been shown to be an excellent way to prepare and recover after a total knee or hip replacement. It is very common for the muscles that support the knee, hip, and low back to become weakened from inactivity. Through targeted easy to do exercises, we help your muscles regain their strength, providing greater support to the joints, and reducing inflammation.
Furthermore, by improving balance and coordination, especially to the knee and hip joints, the abnormal strain on the joints is relieved, and safety is improved to reduce risk of further injury. If you or a loved one suffers from arthritis, you have options. The first step is to contact oneof our therapists today andask about ongoing physiotherapy treatment to restore mobility, comfort and quality of life. See how we can help your joints feel better and move better! Go online or call us to schedule an appointment today. Source https://www.arthritis.org/about-arthritis/understanding- arthritis/what-is-arthritis.php https://www.arthritis.org/about-arthritis/where-it-hurts/back- pain/causes/back-arthritis.php https://www.arthritis-health.com/blog/7-core-exercises-relieve- back-and-hip-arthritis-pain https://www.arthritis-health.com/blog/4-types-arthritis-cause- sacroiliac-joint-pain
KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH
While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat as needed. Did You Know? We Also Specialize In: • Physiotherapy • Therapeutic Exercise • Acupuncture • Chiropractic Care • Athletic Therapy • Pilates
• Massage Therapy • Strengthening & Conditioning • Concussion Therapy
• Taping & Bracing • Manual Therapy • Sports Medicine
Healthy Recipe Vitamin Burst Smoothie
INGREDIENTS
• 1 tsp freshly minced ginger (or more to taste) • Optional: 1-2 tsp raw honey; a handful of fresh baby spinach; 1-2 tbsp almond butter
• 1 cup fresh orange juice • 1/2 cup milk (coconut, almond, or substitute plain or vanilla yogurt) • 1/2 cup frozen strawberries • 1/2 cup mango • 1/2 cup pineapple
DIRECTIONS
Add the ingredients to a blender and blend on high speed until completely smooth, scraping down the blender as needed. Add a drizzle of honey or extra ginger to taste, pour into glasses, and enjoy. Bursting with healing Vitamin C, this hydrating smoothie will increase the infection- fighting ability of your immune system. fountainavenuekitchen.com/recipe/immunity-boosting-smoothie
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