WHAT SHOULD I LOOK OUT FOR?
There are some common signs that your arthritis may be affecting your balance and/or gait. Some are condition-specific, such as those that are caused by rheumatoid arthritis or fibromyalgia. Other signs that your arthritis is causing your balance issues include, but are not limited to: • Dizziness • Staggering when walking or inability to walk in a straight line • Falling, or feeling as if you may fall when standing or walking • Discomfort when walking or standing for prolonged periods of time • Disorientation How will physical therapy help? At Kinetix Physical Therapy, we offer balance and gait training services for those suffering from issues with walking, moving, standing, and balancing. These treatment services help improve balance and posture, enhance gait, and decrease the risk of injury due to falling. When you come in for your initial appointment, we will conduct a physical examination to determine where your balance and/or gait issues are stemming from.This will include a combination of sophisticated diagnostic tests, such as movement investigation and gait analysis. Your physical therapist will also take into account your health history, the severity of your arthritis, and the symptoms you are experiencing along with it. All of this will determine your treatment plan, which will be designed specifically for your individual needs. Treatment plans for balance and gait training typically include a combination ofpassiveandactive therapies.Passive therapy refers tospecializedmethods focused on relieving pain and promoting healing, such as manual therapy,
ultrasound, or laser therapy. Active therapy refers to physical exercises and stretches, focused on increasing your range of motion, improving your mobility, correcting your balance and posture, and enhancing your overall function. These exercises may include heel-to-toe walking, standing on one leg, knee marching, leg lifts, or tracking movements with your eyes. If your arthritis is resulting in issues with your balance or gait, contact us today. Our dedicated physical therapists would be happy to create a plan for regaining your movement, mobility, and function. Don’t suffer in silence – let us help you find balance once again.
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MEXICAN CAULIFLOWER RICE SKILLET
INGREDIENTS • 1 lb ground beef • 1/4 medium onion diced • 1/2 red pepper diced • 3 tbsp taco seasoning
• 1 cup diced tomatoes • 12 ounces cauliflower rice • 1/2 cup chicken broth • 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese or Mexican Blend
DIRECTIONS In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until almost cooked through (just a little pink). Add the onion and pepper and continue to cook until no longer pink. Stir in the taco seasoning. Add the tomatoes and cauliflower rice and stir to combine. Stir in the broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook until the cauliflower rice begins to soften (8 to 10 minutes for frozen). Sprinkle the skillet with the cheese and cover. Let cook until the cheese is melted, 3 or 4 minutes. Remove from heat and top with your favorite toppings like sour cream, avocado, and chopped cilantro.
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