Health & Fitness Newsletter by Johns Creek Physical Therapy
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The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body “Remain Active With Less Pain!” RELIEVING ARTHRITIS PAIN
If you suffer from back, knee or hip pains, then you may be suffering from osteoarthritis in those joints. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common condition of the joints, affecting approximately 27 million Americans. Although it occurs in people of all ages, osteoarthritis is most common in people older than 65. In osteoarthritis, there is a breakdown in the cartilage covering the ends of bones and as the cartilage wears away, the bones become exposed rubbing against each other. The deterioration of cartilage also affects the shape and makeup of the joint so that it no
longer functions smoothly. The tissues around the joint become stiff andmuscles that support the joint becomeweak. This leads to evenmore painful rubbing of the joint surfaces. There are many studies and patient results promoting the effectiveness of physical therapy for osteoarthritis. Our expert physical therapists have years of experience treating patients suffering from OA, achieving optimal results. If you or someone you knowmay need arthritis pain relief, schedule an appointment by calling our office at 770-622-5344 or visit www.johnscreekpt.com.
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In a recent study, 83 patients with osteoarthritis were assigned to receive either hands-on physical therapy (treatment group) or a pill that actually did nothing to help their pain without them knowing (placebo group). Tests were done to measure how well the people were doing 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 1 year later. The results were very impressive with the patients who had hands-on physical therapy combined with gentle, specific exercises having significant improvements in their pain, mobility and function. By 8 weeks, patients were able to walk further and faster with much less or completely resolved pain. Their joint stiffness, aches and mobility had improved by 55% as compared to the group who had no treatment. At one year, patients in the treatment group still were doing great in terms of less pain and more mobility. Other benefits included less need for surgery with only 5% of patients in the treatment group having undergone surgery as compared to 20% with the placebo group.
If you suffer from osteoarthritis, our physical therapy treatments relieve the pain. Isn’t it time you did something about your arthritis and your pains? Call us today at Johns Creek Physical Therapy so we can make a positive difference in your life. Annals of Internal Medicine: February 1, 2000 vol. 132 no. 3 173-181. Gail D. Deyle, MPT; Nancy E. Henderson, PhD, MPT; Robert L. Matekel, MPT; Michael G. Ryder, MPT; Matthew B. Garber, MPT; and Stephen C. Allison, PhD, MPT, ECS
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Exercise To Relieve Leg Pain
QUAD SET While lying or sitting with a small towel rolled under your ankle, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground.
Improving regularly since coming here! “I first came to Johns Creek Physical Therapy following multiple fractures to my pelvis. I have been improving regularly since first coming here. All of the therapists are very professional and know exactly how to treat your individual problems. I would highly recommend coming to Johns Creek Physical Therapy.” - Sandra W.
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FREE SHOULDER PAINWORKSHOP PRESENTED BY JOHNS CREEK PHYSICAL THERAPY
SATURDAY APRIL 14, 2018 • Do you have pain in your shoulder when reaching overhead. • Is your shoulder motion limited while reaching behind your back? • Are you avoiding your favorite activity because your shoulder is hurting? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then our Free Shoulder Pain Workshop will be the first step in resolving your pain once and for all. Here is some of what you will learn: 1. The THREE most common causes of Shoulder pain. 2. How the pain in your shoulder may be coming from a problem in your neck.
3. The number one biggest mistake people with shoulder pain usually make that keeps them from healing. Workshop starts at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 14, 2018. Seating is limited. Register online at johnscreekpt.com/shoulder or call 770-622-5344.
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