Many people put off their desire to heal pain and stiffness or resolve mobility problems. In the rush of daily life, they are too preoccupied with routine tasks to seek help from a physical therapist. As Dr. Adams writes on the cover of this month’s newsletter, it is important to ask yourself, “What is your purpose in life? And is that purpose being diminished by your physical condition? Is failing to care for your physical health undermining your hopes and dreams?” If so, perhaps you need to prioritize physical therapy to achieve the life you want. For example, participating in sports may be one of your greatest joys, but immersing yourself in soccer or tennis triggers your chronic knee pain. Rather than confining yourself to the conventional “Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation” (RICE) home therapy, working with a physical therapist can help you strengthen the muscles around the joint, return to play sooner, and participate longer with more stamina and endurance.
your grandkids during your retirement but find that age has weakened your muscles and sense of balance so much that you no longer feel safe doing so. A physical therapist can help you improve your flexibility, strength, and balance and show you techniques for getting up and down safely, enabling you to immerse yourself in on‑the‑floor games again. Physical therapy can even prevent the need for surgery in some cases. Michigan allows patients to undertake treatment for 10 sessions or 21 days without a prescription from a doctor. (However, your health insurance provider may require you to meet certain criteria to receive coverage.) A physical therapist can assess your condition, use massage and stretching to improve blood flow and flexibility, and suggest exercises tailored to your needs. They also can help you develop a regular home exercise program that will trigger the release of endorphins, improve your mood, stimulate your brain, and help you remain active and strong. As you plan your week, make time to reach out to us to schedule an assessment appointment. We would love to help you achieve your most important goals in life!
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Inspired by EatingWell.com Creamy Tortellini Vegetable Soup
Ingredients
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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped 1/2 tsp ground pepper 1/4 tsp plus 1/8 tsp salt
1 cup peeled and chopped carrots 1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
1 (9-oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini 1 (5-oz) package baby spinach
3 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth 1 (15-oz) can (no salt added) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
1 cup heavy cream
Directions
1. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots and onions and cook for about 5 minutes or until onions are softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. 2. Add broth, tomatoes, fresh basil, pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let simmer for about 5 minutes or until carrots are slightly tender. 3. Stir in tortellini. Cook until pasta is tender. Reduce heat to medium-low. 4. Add baby spinach and cream. Cook until spinach is wilted. Serve and garnish with additional basil if desired.
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