QuantumPT_EffectiveHipKneePainRelief

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HIP & KNEE PAIN RELIEF? ARE YOU LOOKING FOR EFFECTIVE

INSIDE: • Do You Need Physical Therapy? • Coming Together After The Dayton Shooting • Patient Success Spotlight • Healthy Recipe

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N E W S L E T T E R THE NEWSLETTER ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND CARING FOR YOUR BODY

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR EFFECTIVE HIP & KNEE PAIN RELIEF?

Mark Twain once said that growing old is an issue of “mind over matter,” but if you struggle with knee or hip pain, then you know that this isn’t true at all. Knee and hip pain can really take the spring out of your step, causing you to move slower and leaving you with pain that becomes more difficult to cope with, step after step. There isanendless listof reasonsas towhyknee or hip painmay develop, from aslip or fall-related accident to a sports injury or even a car accident. Don’t Wait Until It Is Too Late! When an injury develops, seeking the support of a physical therapist is the best course of action. Working with a physical therapist soon after an

injury develops can help reduce your recovery time and improve your ability to cope with the painanddiscomfortby introducingyoutotargeted exercises and stretching techniques that can enhance your ability to recover from the injury. When you are dealing with a knee or hip injury, every step requires more effort than typical. This can really drain your energy level as you attempt to go about doing even basic tasks, such as taking care of your home or walking around the office. What Can Physical Therapy Do to Help? Physical therapy is not a one-stop cure-all for pain management. This is a long-term solution

to pain and suffering through the use of targeted exercises and stretching techniques that are designed to strengthen the targeted areas and help the body recover and heal. By identifying the exact points on the body that are not moving as they ought to be, it is possible to make a plan to increase flexibility, motion, strength and even improve coordination.

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Do You Need Physical Therapy?

Are you moving like you should be? Your hips and kneesareessential toeverydaymovement;whether you are sitting, standing, walking or running, you needyourhipsandknees ingreatshape.Sometimes, when your hips and knees are in pain, it can cause you tochange theway thatyouaremoving,causing you tochange theflowandpaceofyourgait,which is the way that you walk. Other times, prolonged pain can cause you to stop doing movements that are indicative of healthy joints. If you’ve experienced any hip or knee pain and are considering whether physical therapy is a good choiceforyourhealthneeds,considerthefollowing: • From a standing position, are you able to lean over and touch your toes? If so, then this indicates that you have proper hip and low back flexibility. If not, then you may need to improve your flexibility and joint range of motion, and physical therapy could be helpful.

• In a sitting position, can you comfortably cross your legs, leaving your ankle to rest comfortably on the opposite knee? If this is painful, or one knee constantly must be lower than the other, then this may be indicative of knee concerns that could be addressed with physical therapy. • From a standing position, with your feet planted flat on the floor, can you push your body into a squatting position? You should be able to squat all the way down so that your buttocks are almost touching your heels. If you aren’t able to do this, then physical therapy may be helpful in improving your range of motion. • Standingnearawallorcountertop,arrangeyourfeet so that you are standing with the heel of one foot touching the toes of the other, as if on a balance beam,andseehow longyoucanstandstill.Canyou balancefor10seconds?Ifnot,thenphysicaltherapy maybeable to improvebalanceandcoordination.

The goal of any physical therapy program is to restore range of motion and improve flexibility and strength while reducing the general experience of pain.Unfortunately,hipandknee injuriesoften tend to linger. Every movement relies so heavily on the hips and knees that it makes it difficult to allow these joints to actually rest following an injury. Physical therapy provides targeted exercises that support the joints with precise movements that help reinforce strength and range of motion. For more information, contact your physical therapist to learn more about options that will suit your health needs.

Ifyou’resufferingfromhiporknee pain,QuantumPhysicalTherapy is here for you. Our advanced, natural methodswillhelpyourecovertheright way – without harmful risks. Give us a

call today at (937) 277-2077. We’ll be your support system during every step of your treatment plan.

SENDING OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THOSE AFFECTED BY THE DAYTON, OHIO SHOOTING

Only a couple months after being hit hard by the tornado storms, Dayton, Ohio is now reeling from the mass shooting that happened on August 4th . Ten people were killed, and twenty-seven others were wounded when a gunman opened fire in the nightlife district of Dayton, Ohio. At Quantum Physical Therapy, we want to extend our deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones of those that were lost. For those that were injured, Quantum Physical Therapy is here for you to help with recovery from injuries. We also want to remind our patients that you can donate to The Dayton Foundation. They are accepting donations to help those individuals most directly impacted by this tragedy.

Has this Disaster Left You Unable to Work? Weknowhowdifficult this time is formanyofourpatients.Nomatterwhatyoumay need, don’t hesitate to contact us. At Quantum PhysicalTherapy, we are dedicated to helping out the Dayton, Ohio community. We can help you recover from your injuries as quickly as possible, so you can put this tragedy behind you. While we can’t change the events that happened, we can help you find relief from them. If you were affected by the August 4th shooting, you are not alone. Our caring and compassionate physical therapists at Quantum Physical Therapy will be with you every step of the way to help you recover from the physical and emotional turmoil you endured. Contact us today for help.

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Patient Success Spotlight

Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help?

“I came to this office after a car accident. I had pain in my ankle and knee so my doctor referred me here. Therapy has really helped me heal. Since starting, I am stronger and feel healthier than before. I would recommend Quantum to other people. The staff is excellent and push you to finish your exercises in the proper technique. It’s a great place for rehabilitation.” - R. R. “My doctor recommended I do physical therapy here for my chronic pain. It was difficult at first, but afterwards it would feel really good. My pain has diminished greatly since starting treatment. I would absolutely recommend this office to anyone who is looking to get help for their pain.” - V. W.

Do You Have Friends Or Family That Can’t:

� Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely

� Sit for long periods � Walk for long distances � Live active and healthy

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Healthy Recipe: SLOW COOKER PUMPKIN PIE OATMEAL

Physical Therapy vs Opioids: When to Choose Physical Therapy for Pain Management The use of prescription pain medications, known as opioids, is under more scrutiny than ever before due to a rise in opioid abuse. In an effort to fight against what has been called an “opioid epidemic,” the Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) has been urging doctors to recommend other effective solutions for pain like Physical Therapy. The best part is that Quantum Physical Therapy is safe and natural, and does not have any harmful side effects. It not only fixes painful problems, but it avoids other more serious medical conditions and prevents your painful problem from worsening, all of which take more time and money to address.

INGREDIENTS • cooking spray, butter or coconut oil • 1 cup steel-cut oats • 2½ cups water • 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk • 1 cup pumpkin

• 3 tbsp maple syrup • 1 tsp vanilla • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice • 1/2 tsp cinnamon • ¼ tsp salt

DIRECTIONS Coat your slow cooker with cooking spray, butter or coconut oil. Add all the ingredients into slow cooker and mix well. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. If you have a programmable slow cooker, set it to cook on low for 7 hours and then switch to warm. In the morning, give the oats a good stir as the oats will settle to the bottom. Portion into a bowl to serve and top with pecans, maple syrup and almond milk. Source: https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/slow-cooker-pumpkin-pie-oatmeal

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