Health & Wellness Newsletter by Eastern Shore Physical Therapy
Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
Include Fruit In Your Diet! HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHERRIES
ANTIOXIDANT-RICH TART CHERRIES Tart cherries are filled with antioxidants & phytonutrients that help with WEIGHT LOSS, INFLAMMATION, & DISEASE PREVENTION. Cherries get their bright red pigmentation from anthocyanins, an amino acid that can help to protect the body from harmful pathogens that promote DIABETES & CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE. Cherries also contain melatonin, which has anti-aging benefits and helps promote better sleep. Cherries are packed with vitamins & nutrients to help lower cholesterol, promote heart health, & improve mental functioning. Athletes also commonly drink tart cherry juice to combat JOINT PAIN & MUSCLE SORENESS.
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Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
HELPING ARTHRITIS PAIN Stop Procrastinating Against Pain Relief!
INSIDE:
• It’s Time To Live Life Without Arthritis Pain • Healthy Recipe • Exercise Essential • Patient Success Spotlight
ATTENTION: DO YOU SUFFER ITH BACK PAIN? APRIL 27TH 6PM FREE BACK PAIN SCIATICA ORKSHOP Contact our office to register! (410) 641-2900
who had hands-on physical therapy, combined with specific exercises had 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% compared to the placebo 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. In general, if you are suffering from osteoarthritis, especially of the back, hip or knee, physical therapy decreases the pain and stiffness of osteoarthritis and may delay or prevent the need for more invasive treatments, like injections or surgery. Isn’t it time you did something about your arthritis and your pains? Call us today at Eastern Shore Physical Therapy so we can make a positive difference in your life. Look inside to learn more about our SPINE Program and say good-bye to that aching back or neck! Annalsof InternalMedicine:February1,2000vol.132no.3173-181.GailD.Deyle,MPT; NancyE.Henderson,PhD,MPT;RobertL.Matekel,MPT;MichaelG.Ryder,MPT;Matthew B.Garber,MPT; andStephenC.Allison,PhD,MPT,ECS
KATHLEEN WEINSTEIN PT, DPT
MARTIN WEINSTEIN PT, MPT, COMT
Discussing Arthritis with Martin Weinstein PT, MPT, COMT and Kathleen Weinstein PT, DPT.
Dear Valued Client,
In a recent study, 83 patients with osteoarthritis were divided to receive either hands-on physical therapy or a sugar pill that actually did nothing to help their pain without them knowing. The group that received hands-on therapy, had therapy to the knee, low back, hip and ankle as required. They then performed a knee exercise program in the clinic and at home. The group taking the sugar pill had just low intensity ultrasound, a form of deep heat, to the problem area. Both groups were treated at the clinic twice weekly for 4 weeks. Tests were done to measure how well the people were doing compared to their initial visit, 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 1 year later. The results were very impressive showing the patients
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ARTHRITIS IN YOUR ANKLES OR FEET?
Why Does My Ankle/Foot Hurt? Did you know that all 26 bones in your ankle and foot have to work together for normal and efficient function? Ankle and foot regions are subject to constant stress and hazards ranging from the effects of walking, running, ill-fitting shoes, long-term standing to traumatized sports injuries. The most common reported injuries are ankle sprain, plantar fasciitis, heel spur, shin splints and metatarsalgia. These can be painful and make walking difficult. Physical therapy is an effective treatment for these conditions by using stretches and manual therapy to restore mobility to the foot. Relieving your ankle & foot pain. A sprain or strain to your ankle involves the overstretching or tearing of ligaments, tendons or connective tissue. They occur when a joint is forced beyond its normal range of motion, such as turning or rolling your ankle. Symptoms of sprains and strains include pain, swelling and difficulty putting weight on your foot. Foot and shin pain can come on from many different causes. The most common causes develop from changes in the way you walk, unsupported footwear, long term standing, walking or running. Key to recovery is an early evaluation and treatment plan developed by a physical therapist. The therapists at Eastern Shore Physical Therapy will determine the cause of your problem and quickly decrease your pain. They will help you find the correct balance between strength and flexibility. This allows you to have pain free walking or running and return to activity as soon as possible.
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Healthy Recipe
INGREDIENTS • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 small onion, diced • 2 tablespoons minced garlic • 2 jalapenos, finely diced
• 3 chicken breasts, boneless • 2 limes • Salt & black pepper • 1 cup chopped cilantro leaves • One 8-inch flour tortilla • 1 avocado • 1 cup shredded Monterrey cheese
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth • One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes • One 14.5-ounce can black beans,
INSTRUCTIONS In a large saucepan heat the vegetable oil. Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes. Once the onions have softened add the garlic and jalepenos and cook for another minute. Pour the chicken broth, tomatoes and beans into the pot and bring to a boil. Once at a boil lower heat to simmer and add your chicken breasts. Cook the chicken for 20 to 25 minutes. Once chicken is cooked remove from pot. When cool enough to handle shred it and set it aside. Add lime juice and fresh cilantro to the pot. In a serving bowl add a mound of shredded chicken. Ladle soup over chicken and top with a lime wedge, grilled tortilla strips, avocado slices and cheese.
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Physical Therapists Are The Mechanics Of Your Body
Think PT First
Patient Success Spotlight
Why You Need To Come Back In For A Tune- Up: � Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently and securely � Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle
“Thanks to physical therapy, I can now sleep at night without knee pain. I am able to twist and turn. My range of motion has improved. The massage has helped my back and leg muscles.Thanks Leah!” - Donna S. My range of motion has improved!
Take Care of Your Aches and Pains Before It’s Too Late.
UPCOMINGWORKSHOP FOR PATIENTS WITH BACK PAIN & SCIATICA
APRIL 27TH 6PM
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By request, we’re hosting a Back Pain & Sciatica Workshop at Eastern Shore Physical Therapy Friday, April 27th at 6PM If you’re confused about what to do and looking for answers, here’s some of what you’ll learn:
FOUR POINT ARM RAISE Start on hands and knees, hips and shoulders at 90°. Lift one arm out front. Bring it back down and then repeat on opposite side. 8-10 times on both arms.
• How a problem in your spine can cause back pain… • What successful treatment and permanent relief looks like without the side effects of medications, injections or surgery.
Call To Reserve Your Spot! 410.641.2900 • The Single Biggest #1 Mistake patients with back pain and sciatica make which actually stops them from improvement in pain relief… • A Sure-Fire Way to Pick the Right Treatment for the Cause of Your Back Pain (and save you a ton of time and money).
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