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. As your body heals, as 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.
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FINALLY, RELIEF FROM 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. As your body heals, as 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 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, so, typically, 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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Turning to over the counter pain medications to cope with arthritis pain is ineffective as a long-termsolution. 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 andwhere it does, OVERCOMING ARTHRITIS
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 the guided practice of movement and strength-building exercises. Typically, the best activities for arthritis pain are low-
3 8 1 6 3 For more information about how to rid your life of arthritis pain, call us today at our Worthington (614-841- 3900) or Grandview (614-487-9715) locations. Your physical therapist will determine your best course of treatment dependent upon the nature of your condition and your personal medical needs. 4 4 7 5 3 6 7 5 9 6 2 7 9 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.
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Everyone at Fitness Matters is so friendly. I see Andrew for MAT (Muscle Activation Therapy) and he is the best! I appreciate his kindness, sense of humor, and ability to always make me feel so much better when I leave. He has truly made a positive impact onmy shoulder and neck pain. I can’t recommend himenough. My first visit post-COVID-19 went smoothly. They had the safety of their employees as well as mine well thought out to minimize as much risk as possible. Thank you!” - K. L.
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Print sudoku http://1sudoku.com 1 Have a question you need to ask your physical therapist? Looking for advice about your current condition? Want to track the progress you’ve been making? Telehealth makes all of this possible for you, while still ensuring that you are safely distancing at home! 3 7 5 4 2 As of May 4th, we have gradually and safely begun to resume some of our services. We are excited to offer virtual appointments for those that can’t make it to an in-person appointment. By continuing your personalized treatment plans at home, you can keep up with your progress. 2 4 During this challenging time, we recognize that you may not be able to visit our clinics for your physical therapy. But delaying or even missing one or two sessions can have unintended consequences, requiring a longer recovery period. Just because you can’t get to our clinic, doesn’t mean that we can’t come to you virtually, right in the comfort of your own home! Telehealth lets you continue connecting - and working with - your physical therapist to get you the help that you need. Essentially, telehealth is away for your therapist to evaluate your movement, discuss your symptoms and progression, andworkwith you one-on-one.With telehealth, your physical therapist canprovide youwith functionalmovement exercises to relieve pain and improve your ability to move pain-free, all from a remote locati n.
After spending time at Northwestern University as well as the University of Pittsburgh as a Strength Coach, I moved back to Columbus to work with the Fitness Matters team as a Personal Trainer. I have been dedicated to the Fitness Matters team since 2015. I am always excited to guide my clients and teach them how to become stronger, move better and live a physically healthy life. Schedule your appointment by calling us today!
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Don’t let your pain hold you back. Call one of our clinics today or visit our website at www.fm2us.com.
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