Star: Hip, Knee & Leg Pain

Newsletter by Star Physical Therapy

November, 2017 NEWSLETTER

LIZ DAVIS, DPT Getting To Know The Star PT Staff

Liz Davis is committed to continuous learning and daily becoming more expert within the field of physical therapy. Liz became the Clinic Director of our Slidell location in 2015. Prior to joining the STAR team, she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of South Alabama where there was an emphasis on rehabilitation for orthopedic and neurological injuries.

Lizwas born in Charleston, IL and eventually traveled to the south, earning her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Louisiana State University. She now resides in Covington.

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NEWSLETTER November, 2017

HIP, KNEE & LEG PAIN “You No Longer Have To Suffer Alone!” INSIDE:

Hip, Knee & Leg Pain with Matt Slimming, PT, DPT

This causes a lot of pressure to build up on specific parts of the joints. When Your Motion is Lost When you lose the movement of the hip, knee or ankle joints, your muscles have to take on the abnormal strain. This leads to common aches and painsexperiencedbymillionsofpeople.Manypeople feel that medication will help solve their hip, knee or leg pain. While medication can help to decrease inflammation and pain, it cannot address the root cause of the problem. Treating Leg Pain To determine the source of your leg pain our physical therapists examine your walking, squatting, joint movement, comparing the strength and mobility of the joints.Acomprehensive treatmentplan, including special hands on techniques, is made to achieve the fastest relief and the longest lasting results. If you are suffering with hip, knee or leg pain, call us today to learn more how we can eliminate your pain and put a spring back in your step! Look inside to learn more and say good-bye to that aching knee or hip!

• Seek Natural Treatment For Arthritis • Healthy Recipe • Relieve Hip Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight

Dear Valued Client,

Do you suffer from knee, hip or leg pain? You are not alone. CDC studies show that 30% of adults have reported some form of knee, hip or ankle joint stiffness or pain in a 30 day period. The hip and knee joints are incredible marvels of the human body. At times they have to withstand up to 6 times your body weight in force. The knee joints and the hip joints are complicated joints and have to move in many directions including forward, backward, side to side and rotation.These different movements are called accessory motions and are needed for normal walking, running and bending. When you experience pain in the side of the hip, groin, thigh or knee, you may have difficulty with these accessory motions. Prolonged sitting, injuries, arthritis and disease can affect accessory motions. With every day use, tissues around the hip and knee joints tighten, leading to a gradual loss of motion. Matt Slimming PT, DPT, Owner

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SEEK NATURAL TREATMENT FOR ARTHRITIS “Does Arthritis Pain Grind You Down?”

Millions of Americans suffer through arthritis pain every day, taking Ibuprofen and stronger medication to numb the pain and address the ongoing inflammation. The definition of arthritis is joint inflammation, however the term has acquired a wider meaning. Arthritis is now used as a generic term for osteoarthritis and other conditions that affect joints. The pattern, severity and location of arthritis symptoms can vary depending on the specific form of the disease. Typically, arthritic conditions are characterized by pain and stiffness in and around one or more joints. The symptoms can develop gradually or suddenly. Certain rheumatic conditions can also involve the immune system and various internal organs of the body. Physical therapy is an important part of the ongoing treatment for arthritis. Physical therapy strengthens, stretches and stabilizes muscles surrounding affected joints providing needed support. Relieving Joint Pain Exercising is important to help reduce joint pain and stiffness. Light to moderate-intensity physical activity can actually prevent a decline in function, even restoring health. However, some people with arthritis may be reluctant to exercise because of joint pain after activity.

You can take various steps to relieve pain, such as heat and cold therapy, or pain relievers, making it easier for you to exercise and stay active. In addition to physical therapy, choose non–impact exercises such as bicycling, swimming or water exercise. Furthermore, research shows that even modest weight loss combined with exercise is more effective in decreasing pain and restoring function than either weight loss or exercise alone. If you are suffering with arthritis pain, call us today and discover how we can relieve your pain, returning you to a more active, pain-free lifestyle!

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Healthy Recipe: Eating Right Never Tasted So Good!

TASTY CHILI INGREDIENTS • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef • 1 onion, chopped • 1 small green bell pepper, chopped • 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 (16-ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained • 2 (14-1/2-ounce) cans diced tomatoes • 2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon pepper • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

DIRECTIONS Step 1

Cook first 4 ingredients in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until beef crumbles and is no longer pink; drain. Place mixture in 5-quart slow cooker; stir in beans and remaining ingredients. Cook at HIGH 3 to 4 hours or at LOW 5 to 6 hours. Step 2 Notes: If you want to thicken this saucy chili, stir in finely crushed saltine crackers until the desired thickness is achieved.

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Have You Met Your Insurance Deductible?

Patient Success Spotlight

Hear What Our Patients Have to Say!

An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay beforeyour insurancecompanypaysforyourmedicalservices. Ifyour deductible is met, your Physical Therapy may not cost you anything. Patients with family plans or those who have had major surgeries or have a chronic illness are especially likely to have a $0 balance remaining on their out-of-pocket expenses.This means that the cost of physical therapy could be minimal or completely covered by the patient’s insurance plan. Ifyouareclose toorhavemetyour insurancedeductible for theyear, then now is the time to come in for PhysicalTherapy! Are you feeling aches and pains? Need to work on your core? Let us help you get a head start for 2018. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

“I wouldn’t be running without ALINE Orthotics!” Success Story: Mary M. “I wouldn’t be running without ALINE Orthotics. They are perfect for my feet and I haven’t had my usual shin splints or calf pain since wearing them over a year ago. What an amazing product. Thank you!”

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Service Spotlight

Relieve Hip Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing hip pain.

HIP HIKES While standing up on a step, low- er one leg downward towards the floor by tilting your pelvis to the side. Then return the pelvis/ leg back to a leveled position. Repeat 8 times. Relieves Hip Pain

Conditions that are sometimes described as lower back pain, sore feet, and aching knees can be caused by improper motion of the foot. STAR Physical Therapy works with your musculoskeletal system, allowing it to strengthen and repair. ALINE orthotics help by naturally aligning your lower body so that your joints and muscles are placed in the optimum state for healing to occur. ALINE was founded to improve how people move from the ground up. We believe when we improve movement paterns, we can reduce injuries and reduce the need for surgeries. Call to schedule your complimentary ALINE screening with your nearest STAR Physical Therapy clinic.

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CERTIFICATE FOR FREE EXAM In celebration of our 16th anniversary the Bearer of this Certificate is entitled to One Free Exam on Thursday, December 7th, 2017.

OFFICIAL RECIPIENT OF FREE EXAM DECEMBER 7TH

Please call the clinic nearest you by November 30th to schedule your Free Exam.

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A ONE DAY SPECIAL FOR ALL PRESENT & PAST PATIENTS OF STAR PHYSICAL THERAPY

your strength is sufficient. After this exam, they will provide you with a written copy of their analysis: 1. The cause of your pain or problem. 2. A plan for successful resolution of the problem. The appointments are free, but are limited as each PT only has 10 spots. Please contact the clinic nearest you to schedule your Free Exam.

Dear Valued Client, This winter marks the 16th anniversary of STAR Physical Therapy. We want to do something special to celebrate! This is our BIG THANK YOU for allowing us to serve you. To thank you, our valued clients, we are having a day of completely Free Exams for: • All past patients • All present clients who have another problem currently not being treated • All loved ones, family, friends, neighbors and co-workers of our past and present patients If you are a past or present patient, then contact the clinic nearest you to schedule your Free Exam. If you are referring a friend or family member, give them the certificate included in this letter and have them call the clinic nearest them to schedule their Free Exam. The day of Free Exams will be on Thursday, December 7th The Free Exam consists of a 30 minute one-on-one appointment with the Physical Therapist of your choice. The PT will talk with you about the history of your problem. They will examine how you are moving and determine if

The Free Exam is ideal for people suffering with:

• Low Back Pain • Arthritis • Sciatica • Neck Pain

• Headaches • Shoulder Pain • Knee Pain • Problems walking

If you are having pain or problems with day-to-day activities such as walking, standing, sitting for long periods, going up or down steps, getting in and out of the car, sleeping or driving, then this is an excellent opportunity to see one of our world-class therapists and find out the cause of your problem. Contact the clinic nearest you to schedule your Free Exam for December 7th.

Sincerely, Matt Slimming, Physical Therapist

PS - As a special bonus, all people attending a Free Exam on December 7th will receive a free STAR PT T-shirt!

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