Do you suffer from knee, hip or leg pain? You are not alone. CDC studies show that 30% of adults have reported some form of knee, hip or ankle joint stiffness or pain in a 30 day period.
Playing Rugby requires a good bit of craziness: you run for 80 minutes, its full contact with no pads, and when you weigh 170 pounds and have to go against an opponent weighing 280…there isn’t any other way to describe it. And yet, it is the most fun I’ve ever had playing a sport. Growing up I was blessed to watch my dad play rugby for Philadelphia-Whitemarsh Rugby Club, which allowed him to travel the world. By the time I got to college, I had tried ever afterschool activity from lacrosse to theater, but I knew as soon as I got the opportunity I would follow in my dad’s footsteps and head to the rugby pitch. I ended up playingfour-years of collegiate rugby for Ursinus College, captainingmy senior year, and came back to help coach after graduating. Every year we come back together and participate in the annual Alumni Rugby match, raising money for the current squad. Playing in that match annually has allowed me to not only stay connected to my former teammates, but gives me the opportunity to share some of the cutting-edge prevention exercises used in the clinic at Advance with the current players to keep them injury-free. I look forward to continuing the tradition each year and even getting the opportunity to play side-by-side with my dad on occasion. Although as I get older I keep thinking I’ll be the one who ends up on the treatment table next! Cole Racich, PT, DPT, OCS Physical Therapist The Advance Bulletin The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body StaffSpotlight Advance Physical & Aquatic Therapy
OCTOBER 2017 The Advance Bulletin The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body Advance Physical & Aquatic Therapy Do You Need Help To Stay Active and Pain Free? FINDING THE SOURCE TO YOUR HIP, KNEE & LEG PAIN
Do you suffer from knee, hip or leg pain? You are not alone. CDC studies show that 30% of adults have reported some form of knee, hip or ankle joint stiffness or pain in a 30 day period. The hip and knee joints are incredible marvels of the human body. At times they have to withstand up to 6 times your body weight in force. The knee joint is the second most complicated joint in the body and has to move in many directions including forward, backward, side to side and rotation. These different movements are called accessory motions and are needed for normal walking, running and bending. When you experience pain in the side of the hip, groin, thigh or knee, you may have difficulty with these accessory motions. Prolonged sitting, injuries,arthritisanddiseasecanaffectaccessory motions. With every day use, tissues around the hip and knee joints tighten, leading to a gradual loss of motion. This causes a lot of pressure to build up on specific parts of the joints. When Your Motion is Lost When you lose the movement of the hip, knee or ankle joints, your muscles have to take on the abnormal strain. This leads to common aches and pains experienced by millions of people. Many people feel that medication will help solve their hip, knee or leg pain. While medication can help to decrease inflammation and pain, it cannot
address the root cause of the problem. Most pain in the hip, thigh, knee or leg comes from poor flexibility, strength or coordination. Treating Leg Pain To determine the source of your leg pain our physical therapists examine your walking, squatting, jointmovement,comparing thestrength and mobility of the joints. A comprehensive
treatment plan, including special hands on techniques, is made to achieve the fastest relief and the longest lasting results. If you are suffering with hip, knee or leg pain, call us today to learn more how we can eliminate your pain and put a spring back in your step! Look inside to learn more and say good-bye to that aching knee or hip!
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“WHAT’S CAUSINGMY JOINT PAIN?”
Your Pain Could Be Caused By Arthritis Millions of Americans suffer through arthritis pain every day, taking Ibuprofen and stronger medication to numb the pain and address the ongoing inflammation. The definition of arthritis is joint inflammation, however the term has acquired a wider meaning. Arthritis is now used as a generic term for osteoarthritisandotherconditions thataffect joints. The pattern, severity and location of arthritis symptoms can vary depending on the specific form of the disease. Relieving Joint Pain Exercising is important to help reduce joint pain and stiffness. Light to moderate- intensityphysicalactivitycanactuallyprevent a decline in function, even restoring health. However, some people with arthritis may be reluctant to exercise because of joint pain after activity.
Youcantakevariousstepstorelievepain,such as heat and cold therapy, or pain relievers, making it easier for you to exercise and stay active. In addition to physical therapy, choose non–impact exercises such as bicycling, swimming or water exercise. Furthermore, research shows that even modest weight loss combined with exercise is more effective in decreasing pain and restoring function than either weight loss or exercise alone. If you are suffering with arthritis pain, call us today and discover how we can relieve your pain, returning you to a more active, pain-free lifestyle! advanceaquaticpt.com
Typically, arthritic conditions are characterized by pain and stiffness in and around one or more joints. The symptoms can develop gradually or suddenly. Certain rheumatic conditions can also involve the immune system and various internal organs of the body. Physical therapy is an important part of the ongoing treatment for arthritis. Physical therapy strengthens, stretches and stabilizes musclessurroundingaffected jointsproviding needed support.
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Fall Crock Pot Recipe
“I like it somuch here I am re-enlisting as a wellness patient.” Patient Success Spotlight
SIMPLE CHILI RECIPE
Ingredients • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef • 1 onion, chopped • 1 small green bell pepper, chopped • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 2 (16-ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained • 2 (14-1/2-ounce) cans diced tomatoes • 2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon pepper • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Instructions Step 1
“I found the arthritis pain in my hip was a 10 originally and since I’ve been here at Advance it’s a quarter (.25). Also, the staff here is very cordial...I like it so much here I am re-enlisting as a wellness patient.” - Joe G.
Cook first 4 ingredients in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until beef crumbles, and is no longer pink; drain. Place mixture in 5-quart slow cooker; stir in beans and remaining ingredients. Cook at HIGH 3 to 4 hours or at LOW 5 to 6 hours. Step 2 Notes: If you want to thicken this saucy chili, stir in finely crushed saltine crackers until the desired thickness is achieved.
Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing knee pain.
KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Hold for 30 seconds. Alternate knees and repeat 8 times. Relieves Knee Pain www.simpleset.net
Have YouMet Your Out-of-PocketMax? Have you met your annual Out-of-Pocket Max? If you have, your therapy may be free. How do you check to see if it has been met? You can call your insurance and ask them or you can call us and we will gladly check your benefits for you.
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