HEALTH & WELLNESS Our Newsletter About Your Health and Caring for Your Body
HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP YOU GET HEALTHIER
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HEALTH & WELLNESS Our Newsletter About Your Health and Caring for Your Body
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 Reddy-Care Physical, Occupational, & Aquatic 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! HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP YOU GET HEALTHIER
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.”
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5 SIMPLE TIPS FOR HEALTHY LIVING
1. 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. 2. 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! 3. 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.
4. 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. 5. 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. FIND GOOD HEALTH WITH 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!
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
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MAKE 2025 YOUR HEALTHIEST YEAR YET!
Did you make a health-related New Year’s resolution this year? Whether going to the gym twice a week or eating more fruits and vegetables, these resolutions always start with the best intentions–but often fizzle out by Valentine’s Day. This year, why not have the Reddy-Care Physical, Occupational, & Aquatic Therapy physical therapists help you reach your health goals? Schedule an appointment today so we can help you get healthy in the new year. We’ll… • Conduct a comprehensive physical assessment to pinpoint areas of weakness and/or impairment. • Help you set realistic and attainable health goals. • Show you how to make the most of that new gym membership. • Provide tips for healthy, delicious meals. • Suggest strategies for integrating more movement into your day-to- day life.
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• GHI (Not accepted in North Shore Tower and NYC. We are out of network with GHI plans) • Hamaspik • Healthfirst (not accepted in North Shore Tower and NYC) • Humana Medicare • MagnaCare • Managed Physical Network/The Empire Plan • Medicare • Metro Plus (only accepted in Bayside) • NALC • No Fault
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