Do you suffer from back, knee or hip pain? It is possible you may have osteoarthritis in those joints. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common condition of the joints, affecting approximately 27 million Americans. With OA, there is a breakdown in the cartilage covering the ends of bones. As the cartilage wears away, the bones become exposed and rub against each other.
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6 Food Choices That EaseArthritis Pain 1. Broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage. These veggies are part of the cruciferous family, and helps slow cartilage damage in joints due to osteoarthritis. 4. Tart cherries. The ingredient in cherries that helps with joint symptoms is the same one that gives this fruit its red color— anthocyanin.
2. Fatty fish. Fatty fish like salmon, tuna, trout and mackerel are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help fight inflammation. 3. Garlic. Garlic contains a compound called diallyl disulfide that may help with arthritis.
5. Turmeric. One of the best- researched inflammation fighters isn’t a food at all, but a spice. 6. Vitamin C. Antioxidants in vitamin C may slow the progression of OA.
STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Heather Hunt, PTA Aliso Viejo Clinic
In 8th grade Heather decided that she wanted to pursue
by her experience of growing up with two siblings with orthopedic problems. Often as a young child, she would watch her brother and sister go through surgeries. She was encouraged by the positive effects that physical therapy had on their conditions. After high school she spent 5 years as a physical therapy aide, specifically in sports medicine and orthopedic clinics. She
later received her degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant fromTarrant County College (Texas) in May 2013, one month after graduation she relocated to Southern California from Texas with her husband In her free time she enjoys cycling, going to the beach, watching movies with her husband and playing with her Yorkie.
DECEMBER 2017 The Intecore Bulletin The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body Take Your Next Step To Arthritis Pain Treatment RELIEVING LOW BACK, HIP & KNEE ARTHRITIS
Do you suffer from back, knee or hip pain? It is possible youmayhaveosteoarthritis in those joints.Osteoarthritis (OA) is themostcommonconditionofthe joints,affecting approximately 27 million Americans. With OA, there is a breakdown in the cartilage covering the ends of bones. As thecartilagewearsaway, thebonesbecomeexposed and rub against each other. The deterioration of cartilage also affects the shape and makeupofthe jointsothat itno longerfunctionssmoothly. The ligamentsand tendonsaround the jointbecomestiff andthemusclesthatsupportthe jointbecomeweak.This leads to even more painful rubbing of the joint surfaces. There are many studies and patient success stories promoting the effectiveness of physical therapy for osteoarthritis. Our expert therapists at Intecore Physical Therapy are trained specifically in treating patients suffering from osteoarthritis and work to obtain optimal results. Study Shows How to Relieve OA Pain In a medical study, 83 patients with osteoarthritis were assigned to receive either hands-on physical therapy (treatmentgroup)orapill thatactuallydidnothing tohelp their pain without them knowing (placebo group). Tests were done to measure how well the people were doing 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 1 year later. The results were very impressive with the patients who had hands-on physical therapy combined with gentle, specific exercises. They showed 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
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stiffness, aches and mobility had improved by 55% as compared to the group who had no treatment. At one year,patients in the treatmentgroupstillweredoinggreat 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. If you are suffering from osteoarthritis, our physical therapy treatments relieve your pain. Isn’t it time you did something about your pain and movement? Call us today at Intecore Physical Therapy to learn more about our ARTHRITIS PROGRAM so we can make a positive difference in your life. Annalsof InternalMedicine:February1,2000vol.132no.3173-181.GailD.Deyle, MPT;NancyE.Henderson,PhD,MPT;RobertL.Matekel,MPT;MichaelG.Ryder, MPT;MatthewB.Garber,MPT;andStephenC.Allison,PhD,MPT,ECS
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6 TIPS TOHELP ARTHRITIS PAIN When it comes to treating arthritis, you may have more options than you realize. There is a lot you can do to reduce your aches and pains from arthritis, while gaining more mobility and function. 3. Footwear and insoles If arthritis affects your knee, special footwear and insoles can reduce pain and improve walking.
4. Knee braces For osteoarthritis with associated knee instability, a knee brace can reduce pain, improve stability and reduce the risk of falling. 5. Heat and cold Many people find the heat of a warm bath, heat pack or paraffin bath eases arthritis pain. Othersfind relief incoldpacks.Stillothersprefer alternating the two. Learn more about what can work best for you by talking to our Intecore Physical Therapy specialists. 6. Exercise Exercisehasbeenproven tohelp reducearthritis pain while increasing strength and function. Knowing the right kind of exercises to do is the key. Talking with our physical therapists will point you in the right direction. There is a lot that you can do to relieve the pain from arthritis and protect your joints for the long-term. Find out more about our ARTHRITIS PROGRAM by calling us today and discover how to relieve and reduce the pain of arthritis.
People often experience pain from arthritis because of stiff joints, muscles and other tissues. In addition, muscles become weak, therefore not supporting the arthritic joints. Our customized physical therapy treatments promote muscle strength, improve range of motion, increase mobility and ease pain. In addition, coupling your treatments with the following can also help you live life to the fullest and get you back to doing the things you love: 1. Education and self-management When your treatment is over, our experts will have equipped you with the knowledge and exercises you need to continue your progress on your own. 2. Weight loss Maintainingyour recommendedweightor losing weight if you are overweight can lessen your pain by reducing stress on your affected joints. Weight loss specifically helps ease pressure on weight-bearing joints such as the hips and knees.
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Healthy Recipe
Roasted Brussels Sprout With Pomegran ate
INGREDIENTS • 1 1/4 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved • 2 tablespoons canola oil • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper • 3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses • Seeds from 1 pomegranate • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted hazelnuts • Finely grated zest of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Put the Brussels sprouts in a medium roasting pan; toss with the canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven until light golden brown and a knife inserted into the centers goes in without any resistance, about 45 minutes. Transfer the sprouts to a large bowl and add the pomegranate molasses, pomegranate seeds, hazelnuts, and lime and orange zests. Season with salt as needed.
Recipe courtesy of Bobby Flay
Have YouMet Your Deductible Yet? Have you met your annual insurance deductible? If you have, your therapy may be free. How do you check to see if your deductible has been met? You can call your insurance and ask them or you can call us and we will gladly check your benefits for you.
Patient Success Spotlight
“I could not run, sprint, or sleep on my side because of a partial tear in my hip. Now I can do all of those things because of the great care and training I received from Dr. Curtis Zakhar. Being active is extremely important to me and because Curtis listened to my goals, I was able to quickly reach my potential. The whole staff is wonderful and supportive. I recommend them highly!” - Tami M. “I was able to quickly reach my potential!” www.simpleset.net KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat 5 times. Loosens Tight Knees Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing knee pain.
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