The Pittman CONNECTION The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
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To say that 2020 was a whirlwind would be an understatement. Without a doubt, COVID-19 has taken our world andflipped it upside down! Everywherewe look, we see news and information regarding the virus, and as more research is done, it’s being discovered that there are several negative lasting effects from it. Many of these side effects are causing physical and emotional challenges that can continue for an unknown period of time. We’re all wearingmasks and buying up hand sanitizer by the gallon to prevent the spread of the virus, but we still must prepare for what may happen to our bodies if we do get sick. Recovery from COVID-19 is no easy feat. Here at Pittman Physical Therapy, we offermethods of physical therapy treatment for patients recovering from COVID-19. To learnmore about what our clinic is doing to prevent the spread of COVID-19 as well as treat patients suffering from painful side effects, call us today at 901-850-5246. Experiencing These Side Effects? You Might Need Physical Therapy. The virus has been found to lead to a loss of function in many different areas of the body. Recovering From COVID-19? GET BACK TO ENJOYING THE LIFE YOU LOVE
As time has passed, the list of side effects from COVID-19 has lengthened drastically. Different people report different things happening to them, and can be much worse for some than for others dependingon age, pre-existing conditions, andother factors. A few commonly experienced side effects of COVID-19 are as follows: • Feelings of soreness all over, bodily aches and pains • Balance and gait issues, vertigo • Fatigue, exhaustion • Weakened muscle strength • Decreased heart and lung capacity • Difficulty breathing (leading to neck pain, rib pain, back pain) • Decreased stamina • Impaired ability to walk and stand upright We know this list looks long (and a bit intimidating!), but the good news is that you don’t have to travel the road to recovery all on your own. Physical therapy treatment at Pittman Physical Therapy can help you get your strength back! (Continued Inside)
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