Health & Wellness Newsletter by Performance Therapy Institute
NOVEMBER IS ALZHEIMER’S AWARENESS MONTH NEWSLETTER Health & Wellness Newsletter November, 2019 The prognosis of memory loss and difficulty with cognition is hard to fathom if you’ve never watched it happen in a loved one. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s, but that does not mean there is no hope. A lot of research and attention has been put into helping people with Alzheimer’s disease live longer, happier, healthier lives, and there have been several breakthroughs in recent years that are incredibly encouraging. One such breakthrough is the realization that being active and engaging in targeted exercises can often delay the progress of Alzheimer’s disease.
Exercise is believed to help Alzheimer’s in the following ways: • Exercise can delay the onset of Alzheimer’s for those who are exhibiting early symptoms, as well as reduce the risk of developing the disease for those who have a strong genetic predisposition to the condition. • Exercise improves balance and coordination, which reduces the risk of injury from a fall and thereby reduces risk of inhibited mobility. How PhysicalTherapy Supports Alzheimer’s disease. Working with a physical therapist is a smart choice when you are facing Alzheimer’s. As part of a targeted program that is designed to introduce the best exercise practices to support optimal cognition, you will learn a series of exercises, helpful lifestyle strategies, and get the encouragement you need to be successful with your workout plan. Physical therapy helps to stave off Alzheimer’s by combining target exercises and physical activity with
cognitive training and socialization. By staying active, exercising your mind and body, managing stress and doing your best to live an overall healthy lifestyle, you will put yourself in the best position possible to put off the advancement of Alzheimer’s and enjoy life for years to come. Don’t attempt to fight Alzheimer’s on your own. Getting involved in a prevention program can pair you with the skills and support you need to stay healthy. References: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ alzheimers-disease/expert-answers/alzheimers-disease/faq- 20057881
https://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/publication/preventing- alzheimers-disease/search-alzheimers-prevention-strategies OUR PROGRAMS & SERVICES
• Fall Prevention • IASTM • Injury Prevention • Joint Mobilization • And Many More!
• Concussion Therapy • Cupping • Dry Needling • Electrical Stimulation • Ergonomics
www.performnashville.com
November, 2019
IMPROVE PERFORMANCE BY SOLVING ACHES & PAINS INSIDE: • Simple Tips For Ache Relief • Relieve Leg Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight • Healthy Recipe NEWSLETTER Health & Wellness Newsletter
Whether you have pain or have been suffering for a long time, seeing a physical therapist at Performance Therapy Institute can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call today:
How do you feel when you wake up in the morning? Does your body feel stiff, like a brick that’s been plastered to your bed? Is it difficult to move your arms, legs, back, etc., without feeling achy, sore, or even painful? Does it feel as if your body is moving in slow motion, your discomfort holding you back? Your body was made to move. Prolonged periods of inactivity can cause muscles and joints to constrict, resulting in pain or achiness - that’s why the mornings are typically the hardest for people experiencing these symptoms. However, the way that you live your daily life can also be a factor in daily aches and pains. Your body relies on certain physical responses to movement, such as posture, coordination, strength, blood pressure, etc. Everything you do has an impact on the way your body responds. If you live an inactive or unhealthy lifestyle, aches are certainly common. Conversely, if you have sustained an injury or strain from an overly-active lifestyle, aches will also be common. Whatever the case may be, physical therapists are here to help.Their sole focus is helping you achieve your highest level of comfort. If you are experiencing daily aches and pains that you just can’t seem to shake, give our office a call today. Why am I so achy? Overexertion is a common reason for achiness or pain. Let’s say you decide to start up a new physical routine. You’ve never been much of a runner, but you want to get into it. So, the first day you run, you push yourself
• FRANKLIN (615) 465-6810 • NASHVILLE (615) 375-9091
to a mile. You didn’t think it sounded like too much, but your body wasn’t used to it. Your legs were overworked, and the tissues in your muscles got irritated, causing inflammation. Therefore, you wake up the next morning with sore legs. This is what happens when any part of your body is overworked. You maynotnotice itduring thedaywhileyou’removing,but inflammation can thicken overnight during inactivity, causing tissues to become inelastic. This can cause stiffness or pain in the morning, typically easing as you move throughout the day. However, the cause for stiffness isn’t always as cut and dry as, “I did an exercise I wasn’t used to so now I’m sore.” Sometimes it’s difficult to pinpoint the cause of your discomfort. That’s why it’s important to consult a physical therapist if your aches and pains persist. Look inside to learn more about our physical therapy programs and say hello to healthy living and good-bye to pain!
Subscribe to receive our digital newsletters on our website today!
www.performnashville.com
SIMPLE TIPS FOR ACHE RELIEF
• Sleep! - This is probably the easiest step you can take to relieve common aches. Your body chemistry is delicate, and not getting enough sleep can affect that. This prevents your muscles and tissues from functioning as they normally would, resulting in stiffness, soreness, or achiness. • Stay hydrated - Drinking water is an important part of living a healthy, pain-free life. When you are dehydrated, your tissues become drier, which slows down normal chemical processes in your body. Your body is 70% water and your muscles are 80% water. When you don’t drink enough water, your body can become achy due to dryness. In order to stay hydrated, you should drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces every day. • Maintain a healthy diet of fruits and vegetables - Fruits and vegetables with bright colors often have a higher concentration of antioxidants and vitamins. By keeping these a consistent part of your diet, you can better assist your body in both repairing itself from pain or injury, as well as providingapreventative.Fruitsandvegetableshelpyourbody inmaintaining its normal functions. • Exercise regularly - Exercise allows your body to efficiently pump blood around your body. When you exercise on a consistent basis, muscles and joints remain warm, lowering the possibility of them becoming tight. • Keep a good posture - Slouching causes stress on the shoulders and neck, which can cause pain or achiness. If you sit at a desk or computer, it is important to get up every 30 minutes for a few seconds to stretch. Moving around or simply standing up after a while is a great way to maintain a good posture, even if you don’t have a very active day. • Get a physical therapy consultation - If your aches and pains are persistent and aren’t going away despite your best efforts, it may be time to consult a physical therapist. They will help you determine the best course of action for your specific needs.
How physical therapy will help: A consultation with a physical therapist will allow you to address the issues that you’re facing. It is always better to figure out the cause of your pain early on, rather than waiting until it gets worse. The earlier you make an appointment, the easier the treatment will be. Your physical therapist will give you a muscle and joint evaluation to discover problem areas and determine exactly what may be causing your aches and pains. From there, they will create a personalized treatment plan for you that will help alleviate your aches.They are dedicated to your progress and genuinely want to see you feel better - so why wait? Say goodbye to your daily aches and pains with physical therapy today!
Call us today to schedule an appointment!
HEALTHY RECIPE
RATATOUILLE DIP INGREDIENTS • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• ½ tsp garlic powder • ½ tsp ground pepper • ½ cup grated Parmesan • 8 oz pita chips
• 1 small eggplant, cubed • 1 small zucchini, cubed • 1 small yellow squash, cubed
DIRECTIONS Stir together tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, and bell pepper in a 4-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on High for 1 hour. Stir in thyme, garlic powder, and ground pepper. Turn to Low and cook for 30 minutes more. Using a potato masher, crush the vegetable mixture to a chunky consistency. Stir in Parmesan. Stir occasionally while serving with pita chips.
CALL TODAY AT FRANKLIN: (615) 465-6810 ORNASHVILLE: ( 615) 375-9091!
5
4 5 2 7
Patient Success Spotlight
2 3 8 6 HAVE YOU MET YOUR ANNUAL INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLE? 4 2 1 7
9 5 7 3 2 1
4
5 8
2
9 4 7 8
9 8 6 5
9
http://1sudoku.com
n° 229777 - Level Medium
7 An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay before your insurance company pays for your medical services. If your deductible is met, your Physical Therapy may not cost you anything. Patients with family plans or those who have had major surgeries or have a chronic illness are especially likely to have a $0 balance remaining on their out-of-pocket expenses.This means that the cost of physical therapy could be minimal or completely covered by the patient’s insurance plan. If you are close to or have met your insurance deductible for the year, then now is the time to come in for Physical Therapy! Are you feeling aches and pains? Need to work on your core? Let us help you get a head start for 2020. Contact us today to schedule your appointment. 3 9 6 1 6 2 8 9 4 3 5 4 8 2 3 9 6
I made a recovery much quicker due to the training and recommendations given by these good people! “I have had the misfortune of having been injured twice in the last year. The injuries were serious enough that I was off work for several months. I needed to return to the workplace as quickly as possible and perform at a normal level. My confidence in that happening was very low. I was fortunate that my orthopedist recommended Performance Therapy Institute for my therapy. The staff quickly became like family and showed understandingcombinedwith respect.Theyactedascompleteprofessionals and delivered the highest level of patient care. I made a recovery much quicker due to the training and recommendations given by these good people. I have made many recommendations over the years but this company by far receives the highest.” – Sean S.
4 5
7
9 2 5
4 1
Fun & Games 4 2 6
8
http://1sudoku.com
n° 228310 - Level Medium
Relieve Leg Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing leg pain.
5 2
8
9
4
2 6
9
Stretches Quads
www.simpleset.net
2 3 8 1 3 7 6 2 9 4 9 7 2 7 3 5 7 4 3 1 http://1sudoku.com n° 28718 - Level Medium 6
HAMSTRING STRETCH - WALL Lie on the floor in a doorway. Rest your leg against the wall. Scoot through the doorway until you feel a stretch up the back of your thigh. Hold for 6 seconds then repeat 10 times on both sides.
www.performnashville.com
FREE LASER THERAPY SCREEN PRESENT & PAST PATIENTS OF PERFORMANCE THERAPY INSTITUTE
FREE LASER THERAPY SCREENING
To THANK YOU for choosing our physical therapy practice, we are offering a free laser therapy screen! Limited to the first 25 patients to call. SCHEDULE YOUR FREE SCREEN BY CALLING FRANKLIN: (615) 465-6810 NASHVILLE: (615) 375-9091 EXPIRES 11-28-19
The Light Force therapy machine looks like a box with a wand attached which can target specific areas of the body. Treatments typically last five to ten minutes and most patients experience relief in just three to five sessions. FDA cleared and strictly controlled by ISO standards, Light Force therapy is safe, painless and non-invasive. WhatCan IExpectFromLaserTherapy? Yourphysical therapistwillbeable to identify areas for treatment and the length and number of treatments you may require.Onceyour treatmentplan isset,yourphysical therapistwilladminister laser therapy as just one of your many physical therapy services. Treatments typically last five to ten minutes. As soon as the therapy begins, you will begin to feelasoothingwarmth in theareaswhere the laser isapplied.Mostpatients begin to see results in as few as three treatments while others report feeling better after a single session. What Conditions can be Treated with Laser Therapy? Laser therapy effectively treats lower back pain, neck pain, arthritis, bursitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, plantar, and sciatica. It can also be used to treat sports injuries, sprains, and strains, or other soft tissue injuries throughout the body. Anywhere there is pain or injury, laser therapy can help. Even older injuries that have not healed properly can be improved with this type of physical therapy service. However, it is important to note that laser therapy is most effective when combined with physical therapy. While this modality addresses pain, inflammation, and healing, it increases flexibility and mobility only when combined with therapeutic exercise, stretching, and other physical therapy services. If you are experiencing pain in any part of your body, laser therapy may be right for you. Contact us at Franklin & Nashville,Tennessee centers today for a consultation and let our physical therapist assess your situation. Start living the life you deserve, pain-free.
There were several years in Hollywood where lasers were the weapon of choice in action films. We watched, riveted as the hero dodged lasers fired from guns and saved the world from evil scientists. What no one could anticipate in the dark theaters of the 60’s and 70’s was how laser therapy would become a fixture in modern pain relief just a few decades later. For those suffering from chronic pain, drug-free laser therapy offers relief without invasive surgery or addictive medications. Let us get you started on your pain relief journey. Contact Performance Therapy Institute to find out more about how laser therapy can work for you. How Does Laser Therapy Work? Lasers are basically light energy that has been amplified and focused into a particular area. There are two different types of therapeutic lasers, hot and cold. Hot lasers are typically used during surgerywhilecold lasersaregenerallyusedtospeedtissuehealing.Cold lasers work by flooding the injured tissue with photons, which stimulate healing in damaged cells and increase circulation to the area. The body’s natural healing response relieves pain, improves function and reduces swelling without medication or surgery. Best of all, the therapeutic effect of cold laser therapy continues long after the treatment itself. For 18 to 24 hours after the laser is applied to the injured area, your body continues to benefit from the metabolic effect of your treatment. What is Light ForceTherapy? TheLight Force laser system has been clinically proven to relieve pain associated with injuries, accidents or surgeries. Light Force Therapy has been used for years by physical therapists and athletic trainers working with professional athletes who have been injured. Using a Class IV laser, deep layers of tissue are exposed to light energy which activates the body’s healing response. This metabolic effect has a domino effect throughout the body reducing inflammation and lowering pain levels.
FRANKLIN 615 Bakers Bridge Ave., Suite 110 Franklin, TN 37067 P : (615) 465-6810 |F : (615) 465-6817
NASHVILLE 1912 Charlotte Ave. Nashville, TN 37203 P : ( 615) 375-9091 | F : ( 615) 375-9092
CALL AN OFFICE NEAR YOU TO RSVP!
RELIEVE YOUR PAIN & INFLAMMATION WITH A SIMPLE NUTRITIOUS DIET
2. Trying your best to avoid red meat altogether. It is best to avoid red meat while participating in an anti-inflammatory diet. If this proves difficult, red meat is okay in small doses; however, it should be an extremely rare treat in your diet. The proteins in red meat require extra work from your kidneys to process, so it will slow down the healing process if you eat a lot of it. Luckily, chicken and fish are just fine for an anti-inflammatory diet. 3. Reducing your grain and dairy intake. In order to strengthen your body’s immune response, you’ll want to avoid simple carbs and sugars. Dairy products should also be extremely limited, so very little cheese or milk with anything. Whole grains, such as barley, oats, brown rice, and wheat are best. By maintaining a nutritious dietary plan with the help of a physical therapist, you should quickly begin to notice a decrease in your pain and inflammation symptoms. In addition to this, you can also help manage your pain and inflammation through: • Daily exercise: Exercise will keep the muscles warm, which can alleviate pain or stiffness, and stop the inflammation from becoming worse. • Stress management: If you’re feeling mentally stressed, your body can become physically stressed - causing more inflammation and a longer recovery rate. Taking time to relax can actually allow you to heal quicker! • Weight loss: If you have some unwanted weight, getting down to your ideal body weight will help with your pain and inflammation. Schedule your consultation with Performance Therapy Institute today to gain additional advice on other ways you can help manage your pain!
By exercising regularly, managing your stress, and eating nutritious meals, you can help significantly reduce the pain and inflammation you are feeling. To learn more about how our physical therapists can help you manage your nutrition, contact Performance Therapy Institute today to schedule a consultation. Why am I experiencing inflammation? Your immune system can naturally respond to injury, ailment, or other harm through inflammation. If you have an infection, wound, tissue damage, or buildup of toxins in your body, the immune response is triggered to deal with it. Without inflammation, injuries wouldn’t be able to heal; however, if this process goes on for too long, chronic inflammation can occur. This can lead to serious health conditions, such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or even some cancers. If you experience persistent pain, it is wise to contact a physical therapist as soon as possible, as it may mean that the inflammation has become chronic. How can nutrition help reduce my pain and inflammation? Nutritionists have had patients report great success in turning around their symptoms by adopting an anti-inflammatory diet. Inflammation is your body’s way of trying to heal, which can be accelerated through a nutritional diet that complements the removal of toxins. This includes: 1. Adding in more veggies! Raw broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, and cabbage are the best options when sustaining an anti-inflammatory diet. They can be cooked if you prefer, but raw vegetables are generally better for speeding up the inflammation process. You’ll want to eat up to nine servings per day, and you can substitute fruits for a couple of those servings to break it up, if it becomes too much.
Sources: https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/can-diet-heal-chronic-pain https://www.webmd.com/pain-management/ss/slideshow-foods-fight-pain
FRANKLIN 615 Bakers Bridge Ave., Suite 110 Franklin, TN 37067 P : (615) 465-6810 |F : (615) 465-6817
NASHVILLE 1912 Charlotte Ave. Nashville, TN 37203 P : ( 615) 375-9091 | F : ( 615) 375-9092
CALL AN OFFICE NEAR YOU TO RSVP!
Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6Made with FlippingBook - professional solution for displaying marketing and sales documents online