Newsletter by FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers
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July, 2020
NEWSLETTER
WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR THE 4TH OF JULY?
Fourth of July in times of COVID. This may be the title for my newbook with all we’ve been through these last few months. It’s clearly nothing to make light of but I reflected on a few past 4th of July holidays and had a laugh. 4th of July is a holiday that forces its own recognition. By that I mean its not a 3 day weekend we can plan around for a holiday but rather a reminder of the great country we live in.
In my house, we’ve never had a specific 4th of July tradition, rather spontaneity has ruled.
Many of our 4th of July activities have been spur of the moment. Most of the time, wewouldget together with our neighbors andour son’s friends, grill something and have some laughs. But there are a couple specific events that have crossed my mind recently and I thought I’d
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THE
July, 2020
NEWSLETTER
STEP OUT INTO A LIFESTYLE THAT’S BACK TO NORMAL!
INSIDE: • Increase Your Energy By Getting Up & Moving Today! • 9 Ways To Strengthen Your Body Against Viruses Like Covid-19 • Patient Success Spotlight
Whether you have pain or have been suffering for a long time, seeing a physical therapist at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call at the location nearest you! had to scatter due to an errant misdirected fire. It was crazy. At onepoint, we looked aroundwith the night sky now illuminated to seeworkers in the fields picking onions – and they were enjoying the fireworks too! I recall thinking they work in the dark to avoid the heat and how tough that must be on their backs. I also recall letting my boys know they should count their blessings. It ismemories like these that really puts life in perspective. These activities were our “normal” at the time, and while we will all be experiencing a different normal this year, I hope there will still be some resemblance of those old memories and the light moving forward.
(continued from outside) The first is a small neighborhood parade we did when our boys were very young. There’s always the annual rotary club parade, but this was one year Ali decided to do our own smaller parade for the children. Bikes, trikes and red white and blue wagons replaced floats andmarchingbands as the kids celebrated our great nation in a way that’s surprisingly fresh in my
Luis Zuniga PT, DPT, CHT, MTC
memory. Maybe all this time at home gives us a chance to reflect on the purity of their smiling faces as they paraded down the neighborhood street. The 4th of July parade. One year we collected all our fireworks and in the evening after the BBQ set out for the valley. You all know that it’s difficult to find an area where it’s legal and safe to set off fireworks, even in the county, so this one did take some planning. My friend and patient allowed us access that 4th of July to come to his farm in order that the “kids,” present company included, could enjoy the fireworks festivities. We pulled up a road between two fields.
No matter what your 4th of July may look like this year, Fyzical El Pasowants to remind you – take some time to enjoy the fireworks.
The night was pitch black perfect for the aerial spectaclewe hadplanned. The light, lite up the night sky from the fireworks andmore than once we
- Luis, Fyzical El Paso
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INCREASE YOUR ENERGY BY GETTING UP & MOVING TODAY!
Living a sedentary life is one of the main reasons why people report having low energy or feeling chronic day-to-day aches. Long car commutes, desk jobs, watching T.V. once you get home from work…many people live their lives this way, with very little physical activity. While it may not seem like it is making an impact at the time, this type of sedentary lifestyle can damage your body over time. Contact FYZICAL today to figure out how a consistent exercise plan can increase your energy and help you live a healthier life! Why is physical activity so important? When you don’t participate in frequent physical activity, your muscles begin to weaken and over time they can even begin to atrophy. Inactive lifestyles also cause joints to become stiff and can alter the physiological chemical processes within your body. In fact, your circulation and lymphatic systems can slow down, which can pose harmful risks. These systems work in producing and excreting toxic wastes (such as cholesterol) and these wastes can build up when the systems aren’t functioning as efficiently as they should. Lack of movement and poor posture are the causes of several types of pain, including lower back pain, neck pain, hip pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, and headaches. A slumped posture can even change the shape of your spine over time, in addition to closing your shoulder joints and tightening up the tissues around your hips. These consequences can cause severe pain and may result in a host of other problems if lifestyle changes are not made. How can I get moving? There is one fundamental rule of the human body: it was made to move! There are several reasons why people may not want to participate in physical activity. Perhaps your body simply doesn’t move the way it used to, or perhaps painful areas of your body make it difficult to move in the ways you’d like. Whatever the case may be, the truth is that restriction inmovement has the potential to lead to harmful health problems. Some easy pain-relief and energy-boosting steps you can take on your own include: 1. Decide to get up and get moving
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2. Get up from your chair every 20 minutes and walk around, even if it is just for a few seconds. 3. Walk or exercise at least 30 minutes every day. 4. Drink plenty of water. 5. Stretch your legs, hips, spine, and neck for 10 minutes every day. 6. Don’t push yourself too far if you feel pain. 7. Make sure you are sitting properly at your desk or computer. 8. Take frequent breaks for breathing exercises. Inhale and exhale deeply. 9. Stretch your arms overhead frequently throughout the day. 10. Do strengthening exercises 2-3 times per week. In order to be healthy, there needs to be a large emphasis on movement. When your body is flexible, strong, well-balanced, and fueled by a nutritious diet, it is able to perform at its optimal levels. At FYZICAL, we are dedicated to helping you and your family live, and our movement experts would be more than happy to help you relieve your pain, re-align your body, and get moving once again. If you are looking for assistance in living a more physically active life, contact us today.
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REFRESHING WATERMELON CAKE
Our doctor, Jennifer Alcala, suggests to try this delicious and refreshing summer recipe. This is what you will need...
INGREDIENTS • 1 whole seedless watermelon (6 lb.) • 1 tub (8 oz.) Cool Whip whipped topping • 1 cup Planters sliced almonds
• 1 kiwi, cut lengthwise in half, then sliced crosswise
• 3 strawberries, hulled • 1/3 cup raspberries • 1/4 cup blueberries
DIRECTIONS Cut 2-inch-thick slice from both ends of watermelon; discard trimmed slices. Stand watermelon on cutting board. Starting at top of melon, use long thin sharp knife to carefully cut between rind and fruit all around watermelon to separate rind from fruit. Remove and discard rind. Pat melon with paper towels to dry; place on platter. Frost with COOL WHIP. Decorate with remaining ingredients to resemble photo.
Source: https://www.myfoodandfamily.com/recipe/167158/watermelon-cake
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Patient Success Spotlight
This young athlete has made our team extremely proud with all his hard work. We congratulate him on all his FYZICAL accomplishments. He is running faster, jumping higher, and is in more control of his body than ever before. We also want to congratulate his parents because they have raised a very humble, hard-working, and respectful young man. It has been an absolute pleasure working with him. We look forward to seeing all his future accomplishments. -Justin Valdez, PT, DPT
“When I first came in I couldn’t walk and I was scared that I wasn’t going to be as strong as I was before. With the PT here it helped mi get stronger physically and mentally. Now I am stronger than before I got hurt, and now I am way more confident. Thank you Justin and staff for helping me achieve and regain my confidence and strength! I give Fyzical NE 5 stars out of five.” - Francisco R.
9 WAYS TO HELP KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY SAFE
The best way to keep your body healthy during this time is to stay moving and reduce inflammation. Being sedentary and making poor diet choices has the potential to hurt your immune system and make you a target for sickness and disease.
9 ways to help keep you and your family safe: • Wash your hands. • Decide to get up and get moving.
• Eat nutrition rich food. • Drink plenty of water. • Don’t smoke. • Get a good amount of rest. • Stretch. • Take frequent breaks for breathing exercises. Inhale and exhale deeply. • Continue your home exercise program 2-3 times per week. In order to be healthy, there needs to be a large emphasis on movement. When your body is flexible, strong, well-balanced, and fueled by a nutritious diet, it is able to fight infection and reduce the impact of viruses. We are dedicated to helping you live the best life you can. During this time, if you cannot make it to your physical therapy appointments, continue your exercises at home. We care for you and remember you are part of our physical therapy family.
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