Kinetix: Helping Aches & Pains

Health & Wellness Newsletter by Kinetix Physical Therapy

Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

The Kinetix Physical Therapy Staff Experiences A TASTE OF GAINESVILLE

Kinetix Physical Therapy team members got to experience signature dishes from North Central Florida’s best restaurants, at the 9th annualTaste of Gainesville event.This event raises awareness and donations, for non-profits, that focus on children in need. It was our pleasure to be in attendance for this fun, delicious and worthy event.

Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

“Imagine How Much You Could Accomplish Without Pain!” HELPING ACHES & PAINS

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3. Exercise. Lack of exercise can lead to stiffness and weakness in muscles and joints, and regularly stretching and moving can help increase blood flow. Carrying excess weight can also lead to pain and discomfort, and exercise is beneficial in supporting weight loss efforts. Cardiovascular activities like walking, cycling, and swimmingareespeciallygoodoptions foralleviatingpain.Checkwithyourphysical therapist before trying a new form of exercise. 4. Physical Therapy. Physical therapy is an ideal solution for addressing pain, especially pain that develops following an injury or surgical procedure. Physical therapy programs use specialized hands-on techniques to target the causes of pain and improve a patient’s quality of life. Kinetix Physical Therapy’s programs use a combination of exercise, stretching, manual techniques and modalities to alleviate pain and other issues. Look inside to learn more about our programs and say good-bye to those aches and pains!

It is an unfortunate reality that pain is a part of life. Having aches and pains in your neck, back, knees, and hips is commonplace, especially as you begin to age. However, as those aches and pains grow more severe, they can become more challenging to deal with. It is never a good idea to let aches and pains grow so severe that they interfere with your quality of life. These are a few ways to help alleviate any aches and pains that you may have: 1. Hot and ColdTherapy. Using ice and heat to manage pain is one of the oldest tricks in thebook.Oftentimes,musclepaindevelopsasa resultof injuryoroveruse andusingover thecounterpainmedications likeacetaminophenor ibuprofencan help, but combining those medications with repeated ice and heat therapy is a better strategy for reducing overall pain and tightness. 2. Rest. When you are experiencing pain in a certain muscle group, resting that muscle group is a good idea. Sleep, in general, is beneficial for helping decrease pain. Increasing the amount of sleep you are getting by just one or two hours per night could be beneficial in reducing your overall pain level. TWO FREE WORKSHOPS EACH MONTH! WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU? For Back Pain & Sciatica Sufferers: • Do you suffer with back pain or leg pain when you stand or walk?

For Those With Imbalance Symptoms: • Have you fallen in the past? • Are you afraid of falling? • Has your balance become more unsteady? • Has your walking become more difficult?

• Do you have pain when you sit for long periods or drive? • Do you experience pain, numbness or tingling into your buttock, groin or down your leg?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions (or have a stubborn spouse or parent who is in denial) – The Back Pain and Sciatica workshop or the Balance and Fall Prevention workshop may be a life changing (and possibly life saving) event for you. Register by calling 352-505-6665, at http://kinetixpt.ptworkshops.com/ or at kinetixpt.com. Seats are limited so register today!

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WHY DO YOUR MUSCLES ACHE?

Musclepain isoneof themostcommon formsofpain. It frequentlydevelops as a result of injury or overuse and can develop almost anywhere in the body. It is most common in the arms, shoulders, legs, and back and neck. Sometimes, muscle pain will come and go, developing and then quickly subsiding before becoming a long-term issue. But this is not always the case. A sprain or strain of a ligament, which are the fibrous tissues that connect bones and joints, can cause long-term pain if correct healing does not occur. The most common issues of muscle pain are related to injuries, especially: • Neck and back injury • Shoulder injury • Sprain or strain injury • Stress from overuse or tension In some situations, muscle pain can also be caused by: • Certain medication usage • Fibromyalgia

pain inmanychronicconditions,suchas in thecasesofcertainautoimmune diseases and fibromyalgia. Most aches and pains are temporary and generally last 1-3 days. However, once muscle pain begins to go past 3 days without changing, or you feel the same aches and pains repeatedly, it’s time to give us a call as there may be an underlying problem such as muscle imbalance, or stiff tissues and joints.

• Autoimmune disease • Other chronic concerns

In situations like these your pain may need to be addressed by a medical professional.Physical therapistsareable toaddress theunderlyingcauseof

SALMON BURGERS

INGREDIENTS • 1 cup finely chopped red onion • 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 1 pound salmon fillet • 1 tbsp hot pepper sauce • 1 large egg white • Cooking spray • 8 slices focaccia, toasted

INSTRUCTIONS Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine hot pepper sauce and egg white in a small bowl; add egg white mixture to salmon mixture, stirring well to combine. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add salmon patties, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Serve patties on toasted focaccia.

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DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN FREE

At Kinetix Physical Therapy, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to get Kinetix Physical Therapy if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury 1. Call us! 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program

Patient Success Spotlight

I am back to running!

“I came to Kinetix with almost entire body pain. I had trouble just sitting down. My arm pain made it difficult to even carry a jug of milk. Jason worked with me on new exercises, stretches, and tools and I am back to running, climbing, and doing triathlons. Thanks to Jason and the entire Kinetix staff.“ - Trevor

Relieve Hip Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing pain.

HIP HIKES While standing up on a step, lower one leg downward towards the floor by tilting your pelvis to the side. Then return the pelvis/leg back to a leveled position. Loosens tight hips

Our Specialties

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• Physical therapy • General orthopedics • Sports rehabilitation • Vestibular rehab • Pelvic health rehab • Pregnancy/post-partum

• Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) • Auto related injuries/rehab • Worker’s compensation/rehab • Sports physical therapy • And many more!

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