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Health & Wellness Newsletter by Ellis Physical Therapy

Newsletter How Motivated Are You To Transform Your Body? METABOLICWELLNESS PROGRAM

What Is The Metabolic Program? Ellis Physical Therapy has partnered with the Powell Metabolic Program! This program was specifically designed for our patients to aid in the recovery of their physical pains. We provide a nutrition and exercise based weight loss program alongside physical therapy! How much does it cost? The Metabolic Program comes at NO EXTRA CHARGE to your Physical Therapy visit. We want our patients to improve fully instead of simply treating the onset condition! Let’s get to the root of the issue together so that you can be free from the pain that continues to hold you back! How Can You Sign Up? Step 1: Obtain a Referral/Prescription stating

the Physical Therapy need as well as any of the following: A. Metabolic B. Nutrition C. Obesity D. Weight Loss E. Diabetic That’s it! Then call us to schedule an appointment!

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Enjoy Your Vacation Without Fear Of Pain! BACK PAIN & DIFFICULTYWALKING

INSIDE: • ARE YOU WALKING AS WELL AS YOU SHOULD? • PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT • EXERCISE ESSENTIALS • DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN FREE ONE-ON-ONE PERSONALIZED TREATMENT WORK ACCIDENTS WE HELP YOU HEAL SPORTS PERFORMANCE ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS SENIOR PROGRAMS TREATMENT FOR ALL AGES

Didyouknow that thewayyouwalk,couldbecausing your back pain? Most people have something in their style of walking that can cause long term wear and tear.Forexample,a foot turned-out,aweakabdomen orpoorposturecontributestostressontheirbody.Ellis PhysicalTherapy’sexpertsare trained to treatwalking disordersand teachcorrectivewalking techniques.By changing the way you walk, it is possible to eliminate andpreventbackpain.Onadailybasis,youwalkmore thananyotherphysicalactivity.Howyouwalkdefines most everything about you, including your physical abilities. We can help you discover that something about the way you walk, may be the reason you have pain and help you change it. You walk over a million steps in a year. Your walk involves many body parts, all interacting together to produceyourwalkingstyle. It’sasnaturalasbreathing, and if any of your six (two ankles, two knees, two hips) weight bearing joints are not in good alignment, you’re at risk for structural pain. One minor walking error repeated millions of times can do an incredible amountofdamage toyourback,muscles,nervesand

joints. This can eventually cause pain and arthritis.

Often, the cause of back pain is poor strength -- specifically, weak abdominal muscles. The pelvis is held in place by numerous muscles, including the abdominals, hamstrings, gluteals and hip flexors. An imbalance or weakness in these muscles can lead to pelvic misalignment, causing the pelvis to tilt forward or backward. Forward tilt of the pelvis leads to a sway back. Inaddition toabdominalweakness,a lackofstrength in theglutealsandhamstrings leads to forwardpelvic tilt.While theabdominalsstabilize thepelvisbypulling upward on the front, the gluteals and hamstrings offer stability by pulling down on the rear of the pelvis. Exercises must be done to strengthen both the abdominals and gluteals. Walking gives the gluteals a good workout. The abdominal muscles canbeconditioned throughphysical therapyandeasy weight trainingexercises. Ifyouaresufferingwithback pain, contact us today to schedule an appointment at 208-523-8879!

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ARE YOU WALKING AS WELL AS YOU SHOULD?

Problems with walking increase as we age and are a leading cause of falls and disability in older adults. At least 20% of adults over 65 have problems with walking. This further increases to 50% in adults 85 years old and older. Most of these problems with walking are associated with underlying diseases. 9 Things That Stifle Your Stride Problems with walking are not a direct consequence of getting older. Rather, they are the effects of other conditions that become more common and severe with age. Common risk factors for severe problems with walking include advanced age (older than 85) and multiple chronic disease conditions such as heart disease, arthritis, dementia, stroke, hip fracture or cancer. Common conditions that contribute to walking problems include some of the following:

1. Back pain 2. Joint pain and arthritis 3. Diseases of the muscles or bones 4. Poor fitness 5. Problems after orthopedic surgery or stroke 6. Low blood pressure and heart disease 7. Parkinson’s disease 8. Vision or balance problems 9. Fear of falling

Discover how our programs transform your back pain from a pressing problem, to a distant memory, allowing you to live a happy, active and pain-free life.

Call us today at 208-523-8879 to schedule an appointment!

Exercise Essentials Flexibility, strength, and stability are needed to keep you loose and pain free... Not all exercises are appropriate for every person. Please consult with a healthcare provider before starting.

FOUR POINT ARM RAISE Start on hands and knees, hips and shoulders at 90°. Lift one arm out front. Bring it back down and then repeat on opposite side. 8-10 times on both arms. Loosens Lower Back Muscles

Strengthens Lower Back MINI SQUAT

Stand with feet shoulder width apart. Perform a squatting motion initiated by bending at the hip. Only bend knees slightly, do not bend knees beyond 45 degrees. Rise up by straightening at the hip. Repeat 8 times.

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DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN FREE

At Ellis Physical Therapy, you will receive hands-on therapy treatmentsbyour friendly,caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to get Ellis Physical Therapy if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury

Patient Success Spotlight

1. Call and talk to your therapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program

“Jay and staff are phenomenal! They definitely go the extra mile. A huge thank for all the time and work you put into getting our son back into fighting shape along with giving him great confidence to go into battle! Thanks again.” – Maureseo V. They definitely go the extra mile! HEALTHY RECIPE Cherry-Berry Oatmeal Smoothie

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Eating Right Never Tasted So Good!

INGREDIENTS • ⅓ cup quick-cooking rolled oats

• ½ cup fresh dark sweet cherries • 1-2 tbsp almond butter • 1 tbsp honey • ½ cup small ice cubes

• ½ cup light almond milk • ¾ cup fresh strawberries

DIRECTIONS In a medium bowl combine water and oats. Microwave 1 minute. Stir in ¼ cup of the milk. Microwave 30 to 50 seconds more or until oats are very tender. Cool 5 minutes. In a blender combine oat mixture, the remaining ¼ cup milk, and the next four ingredients (through honey). Cover and blend until smooth, scraping container as needed. Add ice cubes; cover and blend until smooth. If desired, top each serving with additional fruit.

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