How do you feel when you wake up in the morning? Does your body feel stiff, like a brick that’s been plastered to your bed? Is it difficult to move your arms, legs, back, etc., without feeling achy, sore, or even painful? Does it feel as if your body is moving in slow motion, your discomfort holding you back?
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DAILY ACHES & PAINS HOLDING YOU BACK? LOOK NO FURTHER FOR RELIEF
INSIDE: • Daily Aches & Pains Holding You Back? Look No Further For Relief. • Simple Tips For Ache Relief • Healthy Recipe • We're Open & Operating Normally! • Patient Success Spotlight • Free Workshop!
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October is National PT Month! Guess What?
DAILY ACHES & PAINS HOLDING YOU BACK? LOOK NO FURTHER FOR RELIEF
How do you feel when you wake up in the morning? Does your body feel stiff, like a brick that’s been plastered to your bed? Is it difficult to move your arms, legs, back, etc., without feeling achy, sore, or even painful? Does it feel as if your body is moving in slow motion, your discomfort holding you back? Your body was made to move. Prolonged periods of inactivity can cause muscles and joints to constrict, resulting in pain or achiness - that’s why the mornings are typically the hardest for people experiencing these symptoms. However, the way that you live your daily life can also be a factor in daily aches and pains. Your body relies on certain physical responses to movement, such as posture, coordination, strength, blood pressure, etc. Everything you do has an impact on the way your body responds. If you live an inactive or unhealthy lifestyle, aches are certainly common. Conversely, if you have sustained an injury or strain from an overly-active lifestyle, aches will also be common. Whatever the case may be, physical therapists are here to help. Their sole focus is helping you achieve your highest level of comfort. If you are experiencing daily aches and pains that you just can’t seem to shake, give our office a call today.
Why am I so achy?
Overexertion is a common reason for achiness or pain. Let’s say you decide to start up a new physical routine. You’ve never been much of a runner, but you want to get into it. So, the first day you run, you push yourself to a mile. You didn’t think it sounded like too much, but your body wasn’t used to it. Your legs were overworked, and the tissues in your muscles got irritated, causing inflammation. Therefore, you wake up the next morning with sore legs. This is what happens when any part of your body is overworked. You may not notice it during the day while you’re moving, but inflammation can thicken overnight during inactivity, causing tissues to become inelastic. This can cause stiffness or pain in the morning, typically easing as you move throughout the day. However, the cause for stiffness isn’t always as cut and dry as, “I did an exercise I wasn’t used to so now I’m sore.” Sometimes it’s difficult to pinpoint the cause of your discomfort. That’s why it’s important to consult a physical therapist if your aches and pains persist.
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• Sleep! - This is probably the easiest step you can take to relieve common aches. Your body chemistry is delicate, and not getting enough sleep can affect that. This prevents your muscles and tissues from functioning as they normally would, resulting in stiffness, soreness, or achiness. • Stay hydrated - Drinking water is an important part of living a healthy, pain- free life. When you are dehydrated, your tissues become drier, which slows down normal chemical processes in your body. Your body is 70% water and your muscles are 80% water. When you don’t drink enough water, your body can become achy due to dryness. In order to stay hydrated, you should drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces every day. • Maintain a healthy diet of fruits and vegetables - Fruits and vegetables with bright colors often have a higher concentration of antioxidants and vitamins. By keeping these a consistent part of your diet, you can better assist your body in both repairing itself from pain or injury, as well as providing a preventative. Fruits and vegetables help your body in maintaining its normal functions. • Exercise regularly - Exercise allows your body to efficiently pump blood around your body. When you exercise on a consistent basis, muscles and joints remain warm, lowering the possibility of them becoming tight. • Keep a good posture - Slouching causes stress on the shoulders and neck, which can cause pain or achiness. If you sit at a desk or computer, it is important to get up every 30 minutes for a few seconds to stretch. Moving around or simply standing up after a while is a great way to maintain a good posture, even if you don’t have a very active day. SIMPLE TIPS FOR ACHE RELIEF
• Get a physical therapy screening - If your aches and pains are persistent and aren’t going away despite your best efforts, it may be time to consult a physical therapist. They will help you determine the best course of action for your specific needs. How physical therapy will help: A screening with a physical therapist will allow you to address the issues that you’re facing. It is always better to figure out the cause of your pain early on, rather than waiting until it gets worse. The earlier you make an appointment, the easier the treatment will be. Your physical therapist will give you a muscle and joint evaluation to discover problem areas and determine exactly what may be causing your aches and pains. From there, they will create a personalized treatment plan for you that will help alleviate your aches. They are dedicated to your progress and genuinely want to see you feel better - so why wait? Say goodbye to your daily aches and pains with physical therapy today!
Call us today (Hillsdale 785-271-5533, South Clinic 785-266-5850) to learn more about how we can help you.
HEALTHY RECIPE: THE BEST GUACAMOLE EVER
Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to relieve back pain.
Good stretch for your lower back.
SINGLE KNEE TO CHEST STRETCH While lying on your back, hold your knee and gently pull it up towards your chest. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat on each leg.
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• 3 tomatillos • 1/3 c chopped onion • 1/3 c chopped plum tomato • 3 tbsp chopped cilantro • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 3/4 tsp salt • 2 ripe peeled avocados • 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped • 1 garlic clove, minced
INSTRUCTIONS To prepare guacamole, peel papery husk from tomatillos; wash, core, and finely chop. Combine tomatillos, onion, and remaining ingredients; stir well. Serve guacamole with chips.
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Patient Success Spotlight
Free Workshops! Helping You Help Yourself Workshops EFFECTIVE THERAPIES FOR PAIN RELIEF Presented by Burt DeWeese, Physical Therapist Wednesday, October 21st | 6:30PM @ Our Hillsdale Clinic, 5220 SW 17th Street REBOUND IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS AND PROVIDING PATIENTS WITH PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES. Physical therapy offices have been designated as “essential businesses” by the Department of Homeland Security due to the critical services they provide. We are following all CDC guidelines for your protection and safety. Our staff is taking extra steps to ensure the cleanliness of the clinic space. We are encouraging patients to stay home if you are not feeling well. Otherwise, we are here and ready to see you for your appointments. WE NOW OFFER TELEHEALTH SERVICES! We recognize that you may not be able to visit our clinic for your physical therapy sessions. Missing one or two sessions can have unintended consequences, requiring a longer recovery period. With Telehealth, you will be able to continue connecting and working with your physical therapist from the comfort of your home. Advantages of Telehealth include flexible scheduling and secure, HIPAA–compliant video appointments via your phone, tablet, or computer! Whether at or away from the clinic, we're always here for you! Call Rebound today to schedule your appointment! • Do you avoid daily activity and exercise because it hurts? • Do you suffer from daily back, neck or other joint pains? • Are you tired of relying on medications or injections for managing your pain? • Do you wonder if surgery is the only option? Join us for a FREE Workshop to learn: • The mechanisms of pain. • Some basic anatomy and most common causes of pain. • Understand simple ways you can manage and prevent your pain. • The value of how physical therapy can help you manage your pain and return to an active lifestyle. Please call our Hillsdale Clinic (5220 SW 17th Street) at (785) 271-5533 to register today! We're Open & Operating Normally!
My Summary of Gains at Rebound Physical Therapy "Not living in constant pain is #1 in my world. Add in that I can walk, carry, and play with my grandson and it's a home-run for me! Okay, so being able to function in my daily life probably should be added to that. Never thought I would find pleasure in house cleaning, but I do. Basically, Allison and crew gave me my life back. Can't get much better than that!" -M.L.C.
October is... National PT Month!
Take time this month to learn the benefits and perks of physical therapy: Physical therapy is most beneficial when used before an issue becomes chronic. The longer you wait, the more difficult it will be to heal. Muscle aches and joint pain tend to grow worse over time. The longer you let your pain go untreated, the more severe the pain is likely to become. Physical therapy can have a huge impact on alleviating pain from muscle and joint aches, but the earlier you start, the better off you’ll be. Physical therapy is the best strategy to overcome back pain and is helpful at all ages. Your physical therapist will tailor therapy methods to your needs, helping you achieve the best results possible. Physical therapy can be a better choice than prescription opioids. In the early days after an injury or an operation, painkillers help patients function without crippling pain. But with each day that passes, the risks opioids pose outweigh the rewards. Physical therapy is a natural solution that can be beneficial for many conditions, from fibromyalgia, low back pain, to knee or hip arthritis.
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