Do you feel sluggish or fatigued, as if it’s difficult to motivate yourself to get moving? Do your sore muscles or achy joints just add to that lack of motivation? If so, your body may be experiencing some physical problems.
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Having to stay home to stay safe for months on end has been tough. Whether you are working from home, home schooling your kids, finding things to do with your spare time, or even if you’re still going to work, the monotony of the stay at home order has been fatiguing on all of us.
Well, all of us except for our pets! They could not be happier that we are all stuck at home all day! It’s your dog, cat, bird, snakes, etc dream come true. Here are some pictures of the very happy WAPT employee pets hanging out at home, just happy that we are there to watch them do whatever it is they do all day when we are normally at work or school!
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June 2020
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Increase Your Energy By GETTING UP & MOVING!
Do you feel sluggish or fatigued, as if it’s difficult to motivate yourself to get moving? Do your sore muscles or achy joints just add to that lack of motivation? If so, your body may be experiencing some physical problems. Living a sedentary life is one of the main reasons why people report having low energy or feeling chronic day-to-day aches. Long car commutes, desk jobs, watching T.V. once you get home from work… many people live their lives this way, with very little physical activity. While it may not seem like it is making an impact at the time, this type of sedentary lifestyle can damage your body over time. Contact Washington PT & Rehab today to figure out how a consistent exercise plan can increase your energy and help you live a healthier life! WHY IS PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SO IMPORTANT? When you don’t participate in frequent physical activity, your muscles begin to weaken and over time they can even begin to atrophy. Inactive lifestyles also
cause joints to become stiff and can alter the physiological chemical processes within your body. In fact, your circulation and lymphatic systems can slow down, which can pose harmful risks. These systems work in producing and excreting toxic wastes (such as cholesterol) and these wastes can build up when the systems aren’t functioning as efficiently as they should. Lack of movement and poor posture are the causes of several types of pain, including lower back pain, neck pain, hip pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, and headaches. A slumped posture can even change the shape of your spine over time, in addition to closing your shoulder joints and tightening up the tissues around your hips. These consequences can cause severe pain and may result in a host of other problems if lifestyle changes are not made.
HOW CAN I GET MOVING?
Print sudoku http://1sudoku.com In order to be healthy, there needs to be a large emphasis on movement. When your body is flexible, strong, well-balanced, and fueled by a nutritious diet, it is able to perform at its optimal levels. At Washington PT & Rehab, we are dedicated to helping you live the best life you can, and our movement experts would be more than happy to help you relieve your pain, re-align your body, and get moving once again. If you are looking for assistance in living a more physically active life, contact us today. For more ideas to increase your energy and relieve any pain, call your physical therapist at Washington PT & Rehab today 42 .820.2110! 6 2 8 5 2 4 3 3. Walk or exercise at least 30 minutes every day. 4. Drink plenty of water. 5. Stretch your legs, hips, spine, and neck for 10 minutes every day. 6. Don’t push yourself too far if you feel pain. 7. Make sure you are sitting properly at your desk or computer. 8. Take frequent breaks for breathing exercises. Inhale and exhale deeply. 9. Stretch your arms overhead frequently throughout the day. 10. Do strengthening exercises 2-3 times per week.
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PATIENT SUCCESS STORY
HEALTHY RECIPE
Cilantro Lime Chicken & Avocado Salsa
For Avocado Salsa: • 4 avocados, diced • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro • 3 tbsp lime juice • 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes • 1 garlic clove, minced
INGREDIENTS • 1.5 lb. boneless chicken breast • 1/4 cup lime juice • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro • 1/2 tsp ground cumin • 1/4 tsp salt
“My gait has returned to normal!”
“Just a note to thank Washington Rehab PT for fixing my right knee and associated heel problem. I was limping pretty badly when I first started physical therapy. With their help, knowledge and exercises, my gait has returned to normal. The staff cultivated a fun environment. Between their positive outlook and clear and immediate response to therapy, my weekly sessions were something to look forward to.” - Freely S.
DIRECTIONS Add 1/4 cup of lime juice, olive oil, 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, ground cumin, and 1/4 tsp of salt to a small bowl. Whisk until mixed. Add chicken and marinade to a large ziplock bag. Let chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place chicken on grill and grill each side for 4-6 min, until chicken is no longer pink. Remove and let sit. For avocado salsa: add avocado, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, 3 tbsp lime juice, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic clove, and salt to a small bowl. Gently toss to mix. Top the cilantro lime chicken with the avocado salsa and serve.
WE’RE KEEPING YOUR HEALTH IN MIND! WAPT is committed to your health and well-being. In the wake of the recent spread of COVID-19, also known as the novel coronavirus, we are taking every precaution. WE’RE TAKING PRECAUTIONARY STEPS
Before and after every session, we are asking our clients and staff to wash or sanitize their hands. Additionally, we have increased the number of times per day that we sanitize our equipment and are taking the temperature of each patient at the door. If you have been exposed to COVID-19 or exhibit any symptoms, please contact us. We want to assure our patients that WAPT remains a safe environment for physical therapy. More importantly, as many of us are tempted to fall into a sedentary lifestyle, we want to encourage you to remain active and continue exercising, as maintaining an active lifestyle can boost your immune system to fight COVID-19. If you have any questions or concerns about your treatment, please call us at 425.820.2110!
OUR EMPLOYEES ARE WASHING HANDS REGULARLY
AVOID TOUCHING YOUR FACE WITH YOUR HANDS
SNEEZE & COUGH INTO TISSUES & DISPOSE QUICKLY
AVOID HUGS OR SHAKING HANDS
DO NOT TOUCH MUCUOUS WITH FINGERS
KEEP DISTANCE FROM THOSE INFECTED
Call 425.820.2110 or visit www.waptrehab.com to schedule your appointment today!
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