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NOVEMBER 2021
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GO HAWKS! WHY I LOVE HOME-TEAM FOOTBALL
As many of my readers will know, I’m a huge baseball fan. To me, there’s no better sport out there, and I often relate many of my big life events to what was happening with the Mariners at the time!
However, baseball just ended, and with Thanksgiving coming up, I’m excited about another sport: football.
My very first football memory is courtesy of the movie “Rudy,” which was an inspirational true story about a walk-on at Notre Dame. It was hard not to get wrapped up in the emotions of it all, and I was hooked on football after I first saw that movie! Like any good lifelong Seattle resident, I’m a big Seahawks fan. I still get upset thinking about the 2006 Super Bowl appearance (and the questionable penalties that cost them the game), and I’m sure my fellow Seahawks fans can agree. However, I will also never forget Super Bowl XLVIII just eight years later, when the Seahawks surprised everyone — except Seattle — by completely decimating Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos. What was even sweeter is that leading up to the game, no one in sports commentary was giving Seattle much of a chance. But after Seattle scored a safety just 12 seconds into the game, the tone was set, and they rode that wave all the way to a championship. And just 12 seconds into the second half, our team ran the ball back for a touchdown. It’s still one of the greatest games I’ve ever watched. The cool part about those moments is that the Seahawks fans are considered the 12th man because of how loud we can get. This is in reference to the number of players on the field. Teams on either side of the ball are only allowed 11 players on the field during any given down, so as fans, we get as loud as we can be when our opponents have the ball, essentially affecting their ability to communicate. (And yes, it really does get that loud at Lumen Field!) There’s no doubt all of us in the 12 were represented in that Super Bowl!
I’m hopeful for a great season from our Seahawks this year, but regardless of the outcomes, I still enjoy football just as much today as I did as a little kid cheering for Rudy. Football is one of the greatest team sports that exists. You have players who never even touch the ball, yet their ability to block, hold off a blitz, or fight for the quarterback can severely impact the score and the game. It requires every player on that field to do their job at just the right moment to ensure that the team will win the game. What’s more, football is a great opportunity to get together. I always enjoy spending a few Sundays with friends watching the Seahawks and catching up. It’s an experience unlike any other, and this Thanksgiving, it’s something I’m grateful for. Few holidays offer us respite with sports like Thanksgiving does, and it’s a great opportunity to connect with friends and family. So, while the Seahawks may not dominate the Super Bowl — or maybe they will! — I know it’ll still be a great year as a member of the 12th man.
And Go Hawks!
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THIS HELPFUL ROBOT COULD REDUCE YOUR KNEE PAIN MEET THE ASCEND WEARABLE ROBOTIC KNEE ORTHOSIS
Fifty years ago, folks expected 2021 to feature flying cars and food pills — but did they predict knee robots? We don’t think so! Defying expectations, the San Francisco-based company Roam Robotics debuted a brand-new smart knee brace this summer that could be a game-changer for knee osteoarthritis patients. Knee osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that impacts millions of people every year. Major symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling, and a lack of mobility. Leg braces have long been an option to help reduce that pain by taking pressure off the joint, but the Ascend Wearable Robotic Knee Orthosis isn’t just a brace. It’s a “wearable robot” that takes the benefits of a brace to the next level. Where other braces are static, this smart brace uses algorithms to predict wearer actions and adjust itself throughout the day for maximum pain relief. It also has a lightweight carbon fiber shell, rechargeable batteries, a smartphone-like display, and built-in sensors that “detect user intention in real time to extend and flex the knee and help overcome weakness through precise stabilization.” One clinical study showed the Ascend reduced the pain of knee osteoarthritis patients by 46% on average, and another found more than 65% of participants experienced improved
mobility with the brace. It’s a potential substitute for knee replacement surgery.
The downside of the Ascend is its cost. According to PCMag, the brace will go for $7,000, although 50%–100% of that cost should be covered by Medicare or private insurance. Still, it is exciting to see a high-tech device come on the market for osteoarthritis sufferers, who could use it alongside physical therapy and other treatments. The future really is here, and it’s likely more companies will follow in Roam’s footsteps. As Roam Robotics CEO Tim Swift told NPR, “I believe we have the ability to change the relationship that people
have with robots on a scale that has really never been considered. Our goal is not to build cyborgs. It’s to make people more human than they ever were before.” This summer, the FDA approved the brace, and it should be for sale this winter. To learn more, visit Ascend.health.
PHYSICAL THERAPY HELPED QUARTERBACK ALEX SMITH DETERMINATION THROUGH THE RECOVERY PROCESS
Earlier this year, Alex Smith retired from the NFL after helping the Washington Football Team achieve an NFC East title last year — but that’s not what most people will remember him for. Rather, they will remember Smith for fighting through one of the worst injuries ever sustained by a player in the history of the game. For anyone who might be unfamiliar with his story, here are a few of the basics: On Nov. 18, 2018, Smith sustained a spiral and compound fracture in his tibia and fibula in his right leg after getting sacked by Kareem Jackson. He was rushed to surgery immediately, but that was just the beginning. A serious infection in Smith’s blood led to a series of medical complications and 17 more surgeries. All of this should have meant Smith was done with professional football for good. After all, he nearly lost his leg!
But thanks to his determination, and help from a qualified physical therapist, he was able to steadily recover. In February 2019, Smith was cleared by the office of the secretary of defense to receive a medical consultation from the military at the Center for the Intrepid, a rehab center normally reserved for combat veterans. However, Smith’s injuries were severe enough that they actually mirrored a lot of what the doctors at the facility were used to working with. The Washington Team’s physician, Dr. Robin West, made the visit possible after she contacted her friend Johnny Owens, a physical therapist who used to work at the Center for the Intrepid. He got Smith connected with the team of physical therapists at the facility. Then, he got to work. According to Smith’s wife, he was doing physical therapy five, sometimes six times a week. He seemed determined to recover, and in the end, it paid off. Against all odds, Smith returned to the field for his final season with the NFL, almost completely recovered from his injury. In many ways, Smith represents what can happen when someone fully dedicates themselves to their recovery — a new life, where he could do things that no one thought would be possible for him again.
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join us for a FULL WEEK of FREE EXAMS!
NOV. 15–19
Call or email now to schedule your exam the week of Nov. 15–19! Appointments are free but limited in the number we can accommodate.
Dear Valued Patient,
We have exciting news! To give back and thank our community for their continued support, we are hosting a full week of free exam appointments with our team of physical therapy experts.
Our expert team of physical therapists can help with all types of issues, including:
Knee pain
These exams are perfect for:
Back pain
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Pain in hands or feet
Sciatica
» All past patients who have not seen a physical therapist in more than three months
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» Arthritis
Problems walking
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Shoulder pain
» All present patients who have another problem not currently being treated
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Sports injuries
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Neck pain
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Balance or dizziness
» All friends and family of our past and present patients
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Headaches
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If you are having pain or problems with walking, standing, sitting for long periods, going up or down stairs, getting in or out of the car, sleeping, driving, exercising, playing sports, or working long hours, then this is an excellent opportunity to see one of our qualified therapists and find the cause of your problem. Call 206-524-6702 or email us at Info@kaizenseattle.com to schedule your free exam before slots run out! And as a special bonus, all who attend a free exam appointment during the week of Nov. 15–19 will receive a FREE copy of my book, “Back to Normal.”
Your free exam consists of a 20-minute, one- on-one appointment with one of our physical therapists, who will talk with you about the history of your problem and ensure that you leave knowing:
1. The cause of your pain or problem
2. What a plan for successful treatment looks like
If you are a past or present patient, schedule your free exam by calling us at 206-524-6702 or send us an email to Info@kaizenseattle.com . If you are referring a friend or family member, give them this insert and have them call us to schedule their free exam at 206-524-6702 or send us an email to Info@kaizenseattle.com .
Sincerely,
–Dr. Colin Sisco Colin Sisco, Owner and Physical Therapist
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HERE’S WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT KAIZEN PT!
“Before coming to Kaizen Physical Therapy, I was having lots of pain in my lower back from overuse, work, and baseball over the summer. Since coming to Kaizen, I have had a plan in place to help combat my back pain, and now, after all my sessions, I feel better than ever and am ready to get back to going 100% in everything I do. Thank you to everyone at Kaizen and Dan in particular!” –Cade S.
“After fracturing my hip, I could only crawl and was in a walker for five weeks. After two weeks of physical therapy, I was healed enough to go snowmobiling and was better than before my accident. I’m still doing my rubber band exercises and feeling stronger daily!” –Fred W.
“I fell on concrete and hit the back of my head. When I came to, I could not close my jaw and it was uncomfortable to eat. Colin worked on my jaw and the muscles in my head and was able to realign my jaw after just a few visits. Now I can enjoy chewing steak again!” –Robin H.
“I injured some hip and groin muscles during a workout class and was subsequently experiencing a lot of pain in my day- to-day activities. After working with Barry, I have made tons of progress and seen so much improvement. Having never needed PT before, I was unsure what to expect, but Barry made the process so stress-free, easy, and even fun!” –Kasey I.
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IS YOUR WATER UP TO PAR? HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST DRINKING WATER FOR YOUR FAMILY
Here in America, the fastest and easiest way to get drinking water is from the tap in your sink, but there are nearly a dozen other types of water available at most grocery stores. If you stroll down the aisle, you’ll see mineral water, spring/glacier water, distilled water, alkaline water, and more. Any of these will sate your thirst, but they’re not all created equal. Your Guide to the World of Water If you’re on the hunt for the healthiest water available and cost isn’t an issue, then mineral water (pulled from a mineral spring) is your best bet. According to Healthline, the minerals added to this water, like sulfur, magnesium, and calcium, can boost your health and improve your digestion. Spring/glacier water isn’t always filtered and can sometimes come with health risks. Alkaline water is risky, too, because it reduces the acidity of your
stomach and makes you more susceptible to illnesses, and too much will make you sick. Distilled water is safe to drink, but it doesn’t have any beneficial minerals.
If your family can’t afford to buy mineral water for daily use, tap water and well water are good affordable alternatives. However, they’re both prone to contamination. Before drinking straight from the source, you should test your water for pollutants. Testing Your Tap If you own or rent a home, you should get a Consumer Confidence Report on your tap water every year (or your landlord should!). This will show the levels of contaminants in your water. You can look for your report at EPA.gov/ccr, and if it’s not there, call your water supplier or the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe
Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). If you use well water, reach out to a certified laboratory for testing. Simply head to EPA.gov/dwlabcert and click “Contact Information for Certification Programs and Certified Laboratories.” When In Doubt, Filter It Out If your tap water or well water is contaminated, you’ll need to filter it. The cheapest way to do this is with a water filter pitcher or faucet-mounted filter, but you can also invest in a faucet-integrated filter or under-sink option. To learn more about these options and which one is right for you, visit CDC.gov/healthywater/drinking/index.html .
EASY CRANBERRY- APPLE SALAD Inspired by CookieAndKate.com
TAKE A BREAK!
INGREDIENTS
For the salad: • 1/4 cup dried pumpkin seeds • 5 cups salad mix • 2 Granny Smith apples, chopped into bite-size pieces • 1/3 cup dried cranberries • 1/3 cup goat cheese, crumbled
For the dressing: • 1/4 cup olive oil • 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar • 1 1/2 tsp honey • 1 tsp Dijon mustard • Salt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. In a skillet over medium heat, toast the pumpkin seeds until fragrant, then set aside. 2. In a small jar or bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients, then set aside. 3. Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing until lightly coated, then toss and serve!
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1. THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR: FOOTBALL SEASON 2. THIS HELPFUL ROBOT COULD REDUCE YOUR KNEE PAIN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELPED QUARTERBACK ALEX SMITH 3. HOW TO GET MORE BENEFITS FROM YOUR DRINKING WATER EASY CRANBERRY-APPLE SALAD 4. SHOULD YOU WORK OUT ON THANKSGIVING DAY? INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Okay, fess up — which of your friends insists on getting a 5-mile run in before the turkey is carved? We all know someone who works out every year on Thanksgiving. The thought is that if you burn calories in the morning, the big meal won’t hit you so hard. But is that really true? And if it is, when and how should you get sweaty? To Sweat, or Not to Sweat The verdict is in: Working out on Thanksgiving morning is good for you. Surprise! However, according to Mic magazine, it’s less about balancing your calories in and calories out (which is almost impossible for a Thanksgiving feast) and more about priming your body to anticipate the meal to come. "Your body will be calling for those calories — you'll need them," gym trainer Daniel Stransky told Mic. When and How to Hit the Gym Stransky recommends hitting the gym both on Thanksgiving Day and the day after. On Turkey Day, he suggests “a high- intensity interval training cardio circuit comprised of burpees, squats with overhead dumbbell presses, jump squats, sprints, and rowing on the rowing machine.” SHOULD YOU WORK OUT ON THANKSGIVING DAY? THE TRUTH ABOUT SWEATING FOR YOUR TURKEY
before, go for a long run or walk. Then on Turkey Day, try weight training using high reps and short rest periods to “deplete the muscle glycogen” so that you can eat more Thanksgiving carbs without gaining fat. The next day, Clark recommends interval cardio training to boost your metabolism. The Obvious Truth There’s one thing all of this Thanksgiving workout talk overlooks: The most important thing isn’t whether you work out on Turkey Day — it’s whether you stick to a workout routine year-round. A recent pilot study from the University of Michigan helped prove this. The participants were asked to eat 30% more calories than normal for a week but continue exercising regularly. As long as they did, their new diets didn’t cause inflammation or changes in their glucose control or insulin sensitivity. If you don’t already have a workout routine in place, consider this to be a sign! Work with your physical therapist to determine a safe, effective exercise program for you.
Meanwhile, Bodybuilding.com writer Shannon Clark advises working out before, on, and after Thanksgiving. On the day
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