Health & Wellness Newsletter by Restore Physical Therapy
HEALTH & WELLNESS The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
HELPING TO RELIEVE YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN
When you experience an injury, dealing with the pain that comes as part of the aftermath is expected. While painful, most of the time when recovering from an injury you can find comfort in the knowledge that the pain is temporary. (continued inside)
INSIDE : • Helping To Relieve Your Arthritis Pain • Live Life Without Arthritis Pain
• It’s Your Body, It’s Your Choice • Patient Success Spotlights
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HEALTH & WELLNESS The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
HELPING TO RELIEVE YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN
INSIDE : • Live Life Without Arthritis Pain • It’s Your Body, It’s Your Choice • Exercise Essentials • Patient Success Spotlights
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As your body heals and you go through the motions of building your muscle mass back and improving flexibility with physical therapy, you know that in time you will feel like yourself again. This knowledge gives you something to work towards and helps the pain feel more manageable—even when it is intense, and never-fleeting. Arthritis pain is different. Arthritis doesn’t develop as a result of an injury, but instead develops over time as a result of chronic use, or even as a result of genetic disposition. This can make dealing with the pain of arthritis even more difficult to cope with, as it begs the question: if the pain is coming from inside the joint, is there anything I can actually do about it? Understanding Arthritis Pain Osteoarthritis is the most common chronic condition to affect the joints. Almost 30 million adults in the United States struggle with the condition, and while it can influence anyone of any age, it most frequently develops SERVICES / THERAPIES : • Neck & Back Pain/Radiculopathy • Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot Injuries • Elbow & Shoulder Rehabilitation
• Vestibular Rehabilitation • Sports Injuries • And More!
• Arthritis - Painful Joints • Joint Replacements • Balance Disorders
among those who are most prone to overuse—those who are over the age of 65. Arthritis occurs when there is a breakdown of the cartilage that covers the ends of the bones. This cartilage is what allows the joints in the elbows, ankles, knees and hips to move with freedom. Without cartilage, the bones would rub against one another with each movement, and would cause extreme pain. As the cartilage breaks down, typically so does the bone, and as the shape of the joint changes, it becomes even more difficult for it to function smoothly. Furthermore, the ligaments and tendons around the joint will often stiffen and the muscles surrounding the joint will weaken, making it altogether more difficult and painful to move. While arthritis pain typically develops gradually, the realization of what you are dealing with can still come as a shock. In some circumstances the pain will appear more abruptly, especially when the pain develops in association with a change in weather or other environmental circumstance.
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Live LifeWithout Arthritis Pain
Turning to over-the-counter pain medications to cope with arthritis pain is ineffective as a long-term solution. While some of the medications may provide temporary relief, they will not help you overcome the pain for good. Physical therapy, on the other hand, can provide actual relief from arthritis by helping to rebuild strength in the joints through targeted movements and flexibility exercises. There is a lot of current research trying to understand what precisely causes arthritis to develop in some people, and not in others. Everyone uses their joints every day, and while it makes sense that so much pressure would cause pain to develop over time, it doesn’t explain why the pain develops when and where it does, and why it happens to some people and not to others. Anti-inflammation and Arthritis One leading form of arthritis treatment is with the use of anti-inflammatory medication. Certain types of arthritis develop as a result of a build-up of inflammation in the body. Specifically, the tendons and ligaments become inflamed as a result of an internal attack from the immune system, which is typically triggered by some combination of environmental factors. Avoiding certain foods and movements can reduce inflammation, and thereby reduce pain. Physical Therapy and Arthritis Physical therapy is highly recommended for the treatment of arthritis because it can strengthen and support the joints through guided practice of movement and strength-building exercises. Typically, the best activities
for arthritis pain are low-impact activities. Working with a physical therapist is the best way to ensure that you are practicing the best techniques for overcoming your discomfort. There is a long list of home remedies that are said to help with arthritis pain as well, and there is some credibility to some of these concepts. For example, losing weight, exercising regularly, and making some dietary changes such as reducing caffeine and sugar consumption are said to help alleviate pain associated with arthritis. However, before you start making any changes to your lifestyle, it is best to consult with a physical therapist. For more information about how to rid your life of arthritis pain, contact us.
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Exercise Essentials Try this movement ifyou are experiencing arthritis pain.
Apple, Goat Cheese, & Pecan Pizza
INGREDIENTS • 1lb six-grain pizza crust • Cooking spray
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• 3 cups thinly sliced Fuji apple • 1 cup crumbled goat cheese • 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 2 tsp Dijon mustard • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice • 1 1/2 tsp honey • 2 cups baby arugula • 3 tbsp chopped pecans, toasted DIRECTIONS
FOUR POINT ARM RAISE Start on hands and knees, hips and shoulders at 90°. Lift one arm out front. Bring it back down and then repeat on opposite side. Repeat 8-10 times on both arms.
Preheat oven to 450°. Place pizza crust on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Arrange apple slices evenly over pizza crust; top with cheese. Sprinkle thyme evenly over cheese. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes or until cheese melts and begins to brown. Combine oil and next 3 ingredients (through honey) in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add arugula; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle pecans evenly over pizza; top with arugula mixture. Cut pizza into 6 wedges.
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Patient Success Spotlights
“I came in with lower back pain and central pain. I had pain sometimes when standing, sitting and many movements. The pain started in February of 2018. I finally had enough and inquired with my family doctor and a neighbor. They recommended Restore. On the first meeting an evaluation was performed. Some of my pain is age related and a lot of it seemed to be posture related. Alex Davis did an outstanding job of evaluating and planning a “Restore” program which more than fulfilled my expectation. Good Job Alex!!!” - Restore Patient “Alex Davis did an outstanding job of evaluating and planning a “Restore” program...”
“After a skiing accident and subsequent rotator cuff surgery, I was really nervous about starting PT. My surgeon recommended Restore, and I can say it was a great decision. Their approach was to help me set goals and pushing me thru measured steps to achieve them. After 12 weeks, the shoulder feels great and I’ve already resumed normal athletic activities. I would recommend the team at Restore Physical Therapy to anyone who needs to get back to where they need to be. Thanks Brian!” - Mark A. “After 12 weeks, the shoulder feels great and I’ve already resumed normal athletic activities.”
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