Activa: Arthritis Pain Relief

Health & Wellness Newsletter by Activa Physical Therapy

Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

ACTIVAOPENS IN BURRRIDGE!

Activa Physical Therapy is proud to announce our expansion into the central suburban Chicagoland region with the opening of our new office in Burr Ridge! Activa is set to open our second location by April 1st. We will be conveniently located off of I-55 and County Line Road, just across from the Burr Ridge. Our new office is located at 7416 South County Line Road, Suites B &C, Burr Ridge, IL 65027. With a dedication to customer service, top- notch care, and garnering a reputation as a local leader in orthopedic and sports medicine rehab, Activa is excited to announce our second flagship location. We are looking forward to expand our reach and serve more patients who may benefit from our physical therapy and rehab services, in addition to strengthening our bonds with our existing group of physicians and surgeons in the area.

Construction is set to finish by early March 2019, and we will begin accepting new patients by the last week of March to begin treatment. We would like to take a moment to thank our dedicated and loyal clients for helping us to become a local leader in the last 4 years, along with the physicians who know and trust our work. It is a pleasure to serve the community and we look forward to our expansion in Burr Ridge. To make an appointment at the Burr Ridge location, please contact us at (630) 637-9955 via phone, via our website at www.goactiva.com and select the “Request Consultation” box, or email us directly at info@goactiva.com

- The Activa Team

Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

OSTEOARTHRITIS IS APAIN! PHYSICAL THERAPY CANHELP

Inside:

• How Can Physical Therapy Help Osteoarthritis?

• Healthy Recipe

• Relieve Leg Pain In Minutes

• Patient Success Spotlights

Asweallage,ourbodiesexperienceacertain “wearand tear”oncartilageand joints.Thiscancause inflammationandpain,knownasarthritis.According to the American Arthritis Foundation, Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, making itself apparent in peopleas they age. It can certainly take a toll on one’s body, resulting in achy or painful joints after exercise, after a long day on one’s feet, or even after prolonged periods of inactivity, thus causing joints to constrict. ThemostcommonareasofOsteoarthritisarefound inthefingers,hips,knees, andspine.Theseareall joints thatweuseexcessively,even inourdaily lives. Just think - by the time you lift yourself out of bed, shower, brush your teeth, eatbreakfast,andprepare tobeginyourday,you’vealreadyused these joints amultitudeof times.Therefore, it isn’tsurprising thatpaincanoccur in them over time. If you believe you may be experiencing Osteoarthritis, give one of our physical therapists a call today to discuss pain relief. Why do we experience Osteoarthritis? While it is true that Osteoarthritis is most common in older folks, that is not always necessarily the case. It is possible that Osteoarthritis can present itself in younger adults, especially if they are prone to weak joints, poor dieting, or if they aren’t very active. Your

cartilage works hard to protect your joints by absorbing the natural shocks thatyourbodyexperiencesonadailybasis.Therefore,muchofyour likelihood regarding Osteoarthritis is dependent upon the physical and nutritional lifestyles you partake in. Joint alignment can alter and themuscles around a joint can weaken over time, causing thecartilage toshift or thin.Ascartilage wears down, Osteoarthritis becomes much more common. AsOsteoarthritisprogresses,moresymptomscanarise.Themostcommon symptoms are: • Joint pain. • Swelling or tenderness in or around the joint(s). • Inflammation or flare-ups of pain in the joint(s) after use. • Feeling stiff after sitting or laying down for prolonged periods of time, especially when getting up in the morning. •Crepitus -also referred toasa “crackingorcrunching” feelingwhenmoving the joint(s), or the sound of bone rubbing on bone. If you are suffering with arthritis pain, discover our programs today and learn more about how to gain relief.

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HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP OSTEOARTHRITIS?

According to the American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 in 5 adults are diagnosed with arthritis annually. Physical and occupational therapy are the most common treatments for Osteoarthritis, usually helping with the relief of joint pain in just a few sessions. If you have arthritis, don’t fret - there is hope! While anti-inflammatory and pain medications will help for the time being, they are very much a short-term solution. Physical therapy can help in actually strengthening your joints and muscles once again, allowing for a much healthier and long-term pain relief solution. Occupational therapy will also help in learning to use your joints in new ways once again, allowing for the highest quality of life despite the severity of your arthritis. Our physical therapists are trained to help you with joint alignment, stability, muscle regeneration, and most importantly, pain relief. They are dedicated to helping you get back to your normal levels of mobility. Don’t settle for a life of aches and pains - physical therapy can get you back on your feet and doing the activities you used to love! If you are suffering from Osteoarthritis, give us a call today - we can get you back to living your best, most pain-free life. Sources: https://www.aota.org/~/media/Corporate/Files/AboutOT/Professionals/ WhatIsOT/PA/Facts/Arthritis%20fact%20sheet.pdf https://www.arthritis.org/

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO

Relieve Leg Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing pain.

INGREDIENTS • 4 cups (1-inch) slices asparagus • 3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth • 1 1/2 cups water • 1 tbsp butter • 2 cups chopped onion (about 1 large) • 2 cups uncooked Arborio rice • 1/2 cup dry white wine • 1 cup (4 ounces) grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Strengthens Legs

STRAIGHT LEG RAISE While lying or sitting, raise up your leg with a straight knee and your toes pointed upward. Hold for 10 seconds then repeat 6 times on both legs.

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• 1 tsp salt • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS Place 1 cup asparagus and 1 cup broth in a blender; puree until smooth. Combine puree, remaining 2 cups broth, and 1 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan; bring to a simmer (do not boil). Keep warm over low heat. Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add onion to pan; cook 8 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in rice; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in wine; cook 2 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly. Add 1/2 cup broth mixture; cook 2 minutes or until the liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly. Add remaining puree mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 30 minutes total). Stir in remaining 3 cups asparagus; cook 2 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup cheese, cream, salt, and pepper. Transfer risotto to a bowl. Serve with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

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DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN-FREE

Refer A Friend

At Activa Physical Therapy, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to go to Activa Physical Therapy if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury 1. Call and talk to your therapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program

Do You Have Friends Or Family Unable To Do The Following:

Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help? � Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely � Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle If you know someone suffering with aches and pains, give the gift of health. Refer them to Activa Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly (630) 637-9955 to schedule an appointment.

What our recent graduates had to say...

After three visits with Activa, my back was stable and pain- free! “My back injury prevented me from enjoying my work at Mobile DJ. I spend a lot of hours on my feet. After three visits with Activa, my back was stable and pain-free. Carson and the staff at Activa allowed me to have and be pain-free again. Thank you so much!” – John W. I feel back to 100% and can return to football! “I came in with an ankle injury that occurred during football practice. At first there was pain, then the pain was gone and my ankle became more stiff. After working with everyone, I feel back to 100% and can return to football injury free!” – Tim M. I can go up and down stairs! “When I first came in; I couldn’t really walk normally without my brace, I couldn’t go up stairs normally at all, and I couldn’t balance without pain. Now, I am able to walk almost completely normal. I can go up and down stairs and balancing isn’t a problem. Thank you!” – Charlie S.

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