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A decreased range of motion and difficulty bearing weight can also be signs of deeper problems which may indicate a more serious condition that warrants seeking help sooner than later. Ignoring your pain, or waiting too long to be seen can make the problem worse and eliminate simple solutions. Often it’s inactivity and avoiding movement that can contribute to immobility and pain. We know that our joints need movement for blood flow and nutrition to stay healthy. While some hip, knee and leg pains go away, those lasting longer than several months may be hinting at a deeper issue. How physical therapy helps Education, exercise and weight loss are cornerstones of a successful outcome. Your physical therapist will assess your particular condition to identify the contributing factors and address all of them. Physical therapists are skilled at hands-on intervention and exercise selection for the most comprehensive and appropriate intervention to help you resolve your pain and/or restore your function. In many cases, physical therapy can help patients increase mobility, strength and function. Your therapist will design a program to restore lost motion, build your strength and teach you strategies for reducing pain and increasing your activity level. Your therapist can help you reclaim a healthy lifestyle. From start to finish, we’re dedicated to your ongoing well-being. On every level, physical therapy serves to enhance the patient’s quality of life. Contact one of our providers today, and tell us about your symptoms. We offer the results you are looking for! Try This Healthy Recipe Simple Roasted Asparagus
INGREDIENTS: • 12–16 ounces fresh asparagus (pencil-thin), woody ends trimmed • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or use a garlic press
• Salt and pepper to taste • 1 tablespoon lemon zest • a squeeze of lemon juice • Optional Garnishes: grated parmesan, toasted slivered almonds or pinenuts, basil, flat-leaf parsley, chili flakes
INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat oven to 400F. Toss the trimmed asparagus in a bowl with olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, salt & pepper. Lay spears out in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Roast until just tender yet still vibrant green, about 15-25 minutes, depending on size and thickness, tossing halfway through. Once tender, toss with lemon juice. Taste and adjust salt. Garnish with any of the optional garnishes.
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