Liberty Rehab | Solutions for Hip and Knee Pain

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Solutions For Hip & Knee Pain

Are you having difficulty getting up and down from your chair or going up and down stairs? Are you avoiding activities because of aches or pain in your hips and knees? You may be experiencing arthritis due to injuries and/or age. Your hips and knees are your largest joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need to enjoy an active lifestyle. But pain can flare up and make our basic activities of daily living a challenge. The good news is that at Liberty Rehab, our physical therapists can help you find solutions to your pain and help you get back to living the life you enjoy! Call our clinic today to learn how we can help you to keep living the kind of life you want with less pain and movement restrictions. Common causes of hip, knee, and leg pain Hip, knee and leg pain are surprisingly common. Thus, their source can come from a variety of things. If you’re experiencing pain in any part of your leg, pinpointing the exact spot can help you determine the cause.

Joint injury and being overweight during early adulthood are signs of a trajectory towards symptomatic osteoarthritis later in life. Repetitive stress and overuse type injuries are more common with tendon related pains. Cartilage and/ or ligament injuries are more commonly associated with slips, falls and sports injuries. While many causes of pain exist, the most common are: • Arthritis • Sprains and strains • Tendonitis • Cartilage injuries In rare or more severe cases, the causes can be: • Fractures • Dislocations • Pinched nerves While some causes are more serious than others, a physical therapist can identify what is causing your pain and clarify what your next steps should be.

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Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33560326/ • https://pubmed. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30126395/ • https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/ articles/2021-07-29/more-than-half-of-americans-plagued-by-back-leg-pain • https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25591130/ 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. Aching or stiffness around the groin is likely coming from the hip joint. Although some think the outer aspect of their pelvis is the “hip,” they are really referring to muscles and not the joint itself. Clarifying the location of your pain will help your physical therapist figure out the source of your pain and the appropriate plan to resolve it. The inner aspect of the knee is commonly thought to be where most people experience early joint pain or cartilage injury. Pain along the outer aspect of the knee is typically due to tendon related injury or inflammation. What Do My Symptoms Mean?

How PT Helps

Patient Success

Wisdom Warrior Challenge 2023

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! 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.

The Wisdom Warrior Challenge (WWC) is a unique track event for senior living communities! Involving more than 1,000+ participants in a national competition! The competition is broken down into several different distances and various age categories – including a wheelchair division! Join us by calling 305.699.4235 or emailing wisdomwarriorchallenge@gmail.com When: April 2023 (National Move More Month) Where: Individual Senior Living Communities Across The Nation - Like Yours! Price: Completely Free! Participants will receive stocked up swag bags, t-shirts, awards & more! Why: WWC helps to set goals, build camaraderie, and increases healthy lifestyles among residents. We are sponsoring Sovana in Stuart on 4/14/2023, and Arcadia Community on 4/20/2023.

“Dear D - Although I was not assigned to you but for a short time, I want to thank you for helping me to mend and heal. You have a calming way about you and make people comfortable during their therapy exercises. You’re a very lovely young woman and it’s good to know that there are people like you that work in the field of rehabilitation. God Bless you... Keep up your good work - It was a pleasure meeting you...

Sincerely, Yvonne V.”

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Honey & Lemon Curd Tart

Ingredients: • 1 frozen puff pastry, thawed • 1 c blueberries • 6 eggs • Juice of 2 lemons, and zest • 1/3 c honey, plus extra to serve • 1 c coconut oil, melted

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• Physical Therapy • Speech Therapy • Occupational Therapy

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We have been dedicated to serving Palm Beach Gardens & Jupiter residents for 18 years. We provide therapy services to restore physical health, quality of life and overall wellness to the patient. Liberty Rehab provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy tailored to suit your needs.

Directions: For the lemon curd, place all ingredients in a saucepan over low heat, whisking for 2-3 min until thickened. Set aside to cool. Chill for 1-2 hours to thicken further. Roll out the pastry to a 5 x 10 inch rectangle. Place on a lined baking tray and prick all over with a fork. Cover with another sheet of baking paper and another baking tray, then bake at 350 F for 15 min until golden. Cool. Spread pastry with curd and scatter blueberries. Drizzle with extra honey, to serve. Source: https://www.delicious.com.au/recipes/honey-lemon-curd-tart-blueberries/6558f96a-3d3a-416d-82b5- db40d0b5386a?current_section=recipes&r=recipes/collections/6rr2ruhe

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