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Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough—but injuries happen. Your hips and knees are your largest joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need. Between arthritis, injuries and age, pain can flare up. If you’re experiencing hip, knee or leg pain, call us to schedule a closer look. Before you do, however, let’s examine the pain itself.

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KNEES & HIPS SAY “HELLO AGAIN” TO PAIN-FREE

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Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough—but injuries happen. Your hips and knees are your largest joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need. Between arthritis, injuries and age, pain can flare up. If you’re experiencing hip, knee or leg pain, call us to schedule a closer look. Before you do, however, let’s examine the pain itself. What Causes Hip, Knee and Leg Pain? Hip,kneeand legpainaresurprisinglycommon.Thus, theirsourcecan come from a variety of things. If you’re experiencing pain in any part of your leg, finding the exact spot can help you determine the cause. Mayo Clinic has pinpointed several leading causes of hip, knee and leg pain. While many causes exist, the most likely are: SAY “HELLO AGAIN” TO PAIN-FREE KNEES & HIPS

Hip and knee pain does not have to arise from sports injuries. People can suffer from hip and knee pain due to normal wear and tear as well as arthritis. A physical therapist can help you determine where the pain is coming from, and you can do so without needing to see a doctor first. What If There Are More Symptoms? In addition to relieving the initial pain, discovering the cause is the main priority of recovery. If you have other symptoms in addition to your leg pain, tell your physical therapist. Aching or stiffness around the hip, groin, back or thigh and a decrease in range of motion can be a sign of other problems resulting in your hip, knee or leg pain. Sometimes, inactivity can contribute to immobility—and later pain. If you’re limping, lurching or experiencing bad balance, contact a physician. While some hip, knee and leg pains go away, those lasting longer than several months may be hinting at a deeper issue.

• Pinched nerves • Osteoporosis • Cancer

• Arthritis • Dislocation • Hip fracture • Sprains and strains • Tendonitis

Call us at 844-369-9955 to find the cause of your pain and how physical therapy at US Rehabilitation can help you find relief.

HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP In many cases, physical therapy can help patients quickly recover from an injury and get back to what they love to do. In doing so, they can stretch, flex and strengthen the muscles responsible for support. If a joint appears deformed, or if sudden swelling occurs, contact a physician immediately. Atypicalphysicaltherapysessionwillstartwithacomprehensive evaluation of your entire lower body, looking for the exact source of your problem. Your physical therapist will customize a treatment plan to address areas of stiffness, weakness, tightness, and pain. On every level, physical therapy serves to enhance the patient’s qualityof life.We’reheretohelp,andwehaveyearsofexperience backing every therapy option.

For more information about how our therapists can help you recover from your knee and hip pain, call us today at 844-369-9955 or visit www.usptrehab.com.

Sources: mayoclinic.org/symptoms/hip-pain/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym- 20050684 • everydayhealth.com/hip-pain/hip-pain-and-your-body.aspx • health. harvard.edu/pain/knees-and-hips-a-troubleshooting-guide-to-knee-and-hip-pain

WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY US Rehabilitation a n d H e a l t h

OCTOBER IS... NATIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH!

of physical therapy: 1. Physical therapy is most beneficial when used before an issue becomes chronic and even asameanstopreventfuture injury. 2. The best thing that you can do is seek treatment as immediately followingthedevelopmentofyour pain as possible. 3. Physical therapy is the best strategytoovercomechronicpain and is helpful at all ages.

Winter is one of the most trying times of the year for those struggling with chronic pain. Add the risk of falling due to icy conditions and cold weather that aggravates even the mildest arthritis issue and you’ll find a huge increaseof thosewhowould benefitfrompainmanagementand support. Takethismonthtolearnsomeofthe most important things you need to know about the benefits and perks

Services has extremely friendly people. They sincerely care about their patients’ well being and comfort. I’ve been here after a knee surgery. Each time, I received a personal evaluation conducted with the utmost professionalism. ”

– Mary

EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS USE THIS TECHNIQUE TO KEEP YOU MOVING Walking Lunge Stand comfortably with your feet shoulder width apart. Take a large step forward with one leg, keeping your back foot in starting position while rolling onto your toes. Keep your spine straight and your forward and back knees bent, so that you make right angles with your hip, knee, and ankle. As you lunge, you should feel a stretch across the front of the hip and thigh. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat 2-5 times.

Jefferson Wiggins graduated from Sydney University in Australia. He has worked as a Physical Therapist for more than 20 years. He specializes in creating specific plans of care for individualized therapy that ensures his patients achieve optimal goals of therapy. Jefferson believes in an Active Hands-On approach and has a very high level of success and satisfaction with all his patients. To book an appointment with Jefferson, call US Rehabilitation and Health Services at 844-369-9955 today, or visit our website www.usptrehab.com for more information. STAFF SPOTLIGHT JEFFERSON WIGGINS, PHYSICAL THERAPIST

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Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.

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DISCOVER HOW YOU CAN LIVE PAIN-FREE At US Rehabilitation and Health Services, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health professionals during focused, individualized, and personal sessions. Our philosophy is to provide exceptional care to achieve optimal health and function. It’s time to go to US Rehabilitation • 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

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• Helps the body recover from workout soreness • Boosts energy and overall health

• Relieves tension, inflammation, pain and swelling • Makes therapy more comfortable after an injury

and Health Services if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel and move better

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Don’t let your pain hold you back. Call us today at 844-369-9955 or visit our website at www.usptrehab.com.

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