When you experience an injury, dealing with the pain that comes as part of the aftermath is expected. While painful, most of the time when recovering from an injury you can find comfort in the knowledge that the pain is temporary. As your body heals, as you go through the motions of building your muscle mass back and improving flexibility with physical therapy, you know that in time you will feel like yourself again. This knowledge gives you something to work towards, and helps the pain feel more manageable—even when it is intense, and never-fleeting.
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Birthdays, More Birthdays and PTMonth!
The end of September and into early October are always a busy time in the Hawkins’ household because we have 3 birthdays all together. Crew turned 14 at the end of September and then a few days later the twins turned 11 at the beginning of October Hard to believe how fast time flies. It seems like just yesterday that Crew turned 3 and we were bringing the twins home from the hospital. So grateful for my kids. So fun to watch them grow up and experience different things. As their dad, I love to watch them get pushed out of their comfort zones and try new things. Over the past year, Crew and the twins have learned how to stand up paddle board, wake board, surf, mountain bike and more. October is also PT month! So, it is a great month for me to say thanks to each of you for letting me be a part of your life and helping you get back to living your best life. My life has certainly been blessed by my interaction with you – my patients! Physical Therapy has allowed me to help so many people over the years and I am still grateful every day to play a small part in your recovery from
injury. The smiles on your faces at the end of your treatment when you have climbed the mountain and overcome is worth all the work. I encourage each of you to continue working on your flexibility and make your health a priority. Ralph Waldo Emerson said it best when he proclaimed, “The First Wealth is Health”. Without our health some of the other things just don’t matter. If any of you are struggling with a health- related issue, remember that we do offer a FREE pain and injury screen to help you understand what is going on in your body, and begin treatment if needed. The guideline I typically give people is this: if you having been struggling with an issue for more than a month, then it probably won’t go away on its own. Do yourself a favor and don’t let little issues become BIG problems. I am here to help!
Your Friend, David Hawkins PT, CSCS
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FINDING HELP FOR ARTHRITIS PAIN
When you experience an injury, dealing with the pain that comes as part of the aftermath is expected. While painful, most of the time when recovering from an injury you can find comfort in the knowledge that the pain is temporary. As your body heals, as you go through the motions of building your muscle mass back and improving flexibility with physical therapy, you know that in time you will feel like yourself again. This knowledge gives you something to work towards, and helps the pain feel more manageable—even when it is intense, and never-fleeting. Arthritis pain is different. Arthritis doesn’t develop as a result of an injury, but instead develops over time as a result of chronic use, or even as a result of genetic disposition. This can make dealing with the pain of arthritis even more difficult to cope with, as it begs the question: if the pain is coming from inside the joint, is there anything I can actually do about it? Understanding Arthritis Pain Osteoarthritis is the most common chronic condition to affect the joints. Almost 30 million adults in the United States struggle with the condition, and while it can influence anyone of any age, it most
frequently develops among those who are most prone to overuse— those who are over the age of 65. Arthritis occurs when there is a breakdown of the cartilage that covers the ends of the bones. This cartilage is what allows the joints in the elbows, ankles, knees and hips to move with freedom. Without cartilage, the bones would rub against one another with each movement, and would cause extreme pain. As the cartilage breaks down, so, typically, does the bone, and as the shape of the joint changes it becomes even more difficult for it to function smoothly. Furthermore, the ligaments and tendons around the joint will often stiffen, and the muscles surrounding the joint will weaken, making it altogether more difficult and painful to move. While arthritis pain typically develops gradually, the realization of what you are dealing with can still come as a shock. In some circumstances the pain will appear more abruptly, especially when the pain develops in association with a change in weather or other environmental circumstance.
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why the pain develops when and where it does, and why it happens to some people and not to others. Anti-inflammation and Arthritis One leading form of arthritis treatment is with the use of anti- inflammatory medication. Certain types of arthritis develop as a result of a build-up of inflammation in the body. Specifically, the tendons and ligaments become inflamed as a result of an internal attack from the immune system, which is typically triggered by some combination of environmental factors. Avoiding certain foods and movements can reduce inflammation, and thereby reduce pain. Physical Therapy and Arthritis Physical therapy is highly recommended for the treatment of arthritis because it can strengthen and support the joints through guided practice of movement and strength building exercises. Typically, the best activities for arthritis pain are low-impact activities. Working with a physical therapist is the best way to ensure that you are practicing the best techniques for overcoming your discomfort. There is a long list of home remedies that are said to help with arthritis pain as well, and there is some credibility to some of these concepts. For example, losing weight, exercising regularly, and making some dietary changes such as reducing caffeine and sugar consumption are said to help alleviate pain associated with arthritis. However, before you start making any changes to your lifestyle, it is best to consult with a physical therapist. For more information about how to rid your life of arthritis pain, contact us.
Turning to over the counter pain medications to cope with arthritis pain is ineffective as a long-term solution. While some of the medications may provide temporary relief, they will not help you overcome the pain for good. Physical therapy, on the other hand, can provide actual relief from arthritis by helping to rebuild strength in the joints through targeted movements and flexibility exercises. There is a lot of current research trying to understand what precisely causes arthritis to develop in some people, and not in others. Everyone uses their joints every day, and while it makes sense that so much pressure would cause pain to develop over time, it doesn’t explain
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