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HOW YOU CAN AVOID SURGERY AFTER A SPORTS INJURY COME BACK TO PHYSICAL THERAPY
INSIDE : • Don’t Let Pain Sideline You • Healthy Recipe
• Exercise Of The Month • Patient Success Spotlight
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HOW YOU CAN AVOID SURGERY AFTER A SPORTS INJURY
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Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. For many people, playing sports is a fun way to burn extra calories, socialize, and get fit. Unfortunately, this also means the occasional sports injury or a flare-up of an old injury or condition. You don’t have to be a professional or even an amateur athlete to suffer a sports injury. In fact, many times, those most susceptible to sports injuries are people who have just started exercising or participate on a recreational level. Sports injuries in this article will be defined as injuries to the musculoskeletal system, including muscles, bones and tissues such as cartilage. The most common sports injuries include: SPRAINS: A sprain occurs when the connective tissue that joins the end of the bone with another is stretched or torn. Those connective tissues are known as ligaments. Sprains are caused by trauma such as a fall or blow to the body that knocks a joint out of position. Ankles, knees and wrists are most vulnerable to sprains. However, back, neck and shoulder sprains are very common too. STRAINS: A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is pulled, torn or twisted. Strains are non-contact injuries, such as those that occur from overstretching. A common example of a strain is a muscle spasm. A back or neck strain is a very common injury treated in physical therapy. KNEE INJURIES: According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the knee is the most commonly injured joint. Orthopedic surgeons see more than 5.5 million people annually for knee injuries, which can include runner’s knee (pain or tenderness close to the knee cap at the front side of the knee), tendonitis and iliotibial band syndrome (pain on the outer side of the knee). Severe knee injuries often include bone bruises or damage to the cartilage or ligaments.
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SHIN SPLINTS: Shin splints occur when there is pain along the large bone in the front of the lower leg, known as the tibia or shin bone. Shin splints most commonly occur in runners, especially those who are just starting a running program. This is usually due to poor alignment of the body, or weakness in the leg muscles. The team at Quality Performance Rehabilitation can treat many orthopedic and repetitive motion injuries without the need for invasive surgeries or medications. In fact, most doctors have their patients try physical therapy first before recommending any other procedures. The licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants at Quality Performance Rehabilitation can customize a program that addresses the weakness of your particular musculoskeletal system, allowing you to recover quickly and remain active. Even if you have an old injury, it is important to have it evaluated by our physical therapists to prevent long-term damage like arthritis. If you have sports or orthopedic injuries like tendonitis, arthritis, a stress fracture or low back pain, our therapists can design a treatment plan to promote improved function, wellness and minimize the risk of re-injury.
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DON’T LET PAIN SIDELINE YOU There is nothing more exciting than taking on a new challenge, sport or activity. For most of us, the thrill of accomplishing a physical goal is what we live for. However, are you prepared for it? The term “weekend warrior” means a person who doesn’t really train for what they are doing; they just go out and do it on the weekend. How do most injuries occur? Most sports injuries occur from ill-prepared individuals who just jump into the activity without first increasing their strength, endurance and flexibility. Your muscles, tendons, ligaments and other tissues need to be warmed up to work properly. They take enormous strain during running and sports activities. Therefore, if they are not in top condition, they are more prone to injury. Injuries increase as you age. If you think back to when you were in your late teens, you could go into a full sprint no problem, take a flying leap and do a whole lot without the slightest thought about it. As you get older, your tissues become less elastic and in fact a little “drier.” When your muscle, tendon and ligament tissues have enough water, they are supple and stretchy, allowing you to do a lot of activities. Keep yourself hydrated and stretch often to maintain elasticity in your muscles. Before and after. Knowing the right exercises to prepare for fitness activities is key. Our physical therapy experts have years of experience rehabilitating
people after injuries and returning them pain-free to the activities they enjoy. What some people might not know is that physical therapists put specific exercise plans together based on your needs to prevent injury. If you do start to experience pain with activities, Quality Performance Rehabilitation can get you back to enjoying your activities pain-free. Call today to learn more about how our programs can help you feel great! Preparing your body. It is important to do sports activities, fitness and a host of other physical activities to keep you healthy and happy. With a little bit of preparation, you can easily do these activities and decrease
your risk for injury. • Do stretch often • Do strength training • Do coordination training • Do endurance training
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SINGLE SHOULDER RAISE Start by standing with good posture and your arms by your side. Raise one shoulder to a 90 degree angle and hold for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times on each arm. EXERCISE OF THE MONTH
Strengthens Shoulders
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This exercise is designed for pain prevention call your therapist if you are experiencing any pain!
HEALTHY RECIPE: MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN SALAD
INGREDIENTS • ⅓ cup lemon juice
• 5 cups shredded romaine lettuce • 2 cups cut-up cooked chicken breast • 2 plum tomatoes, cut into wedges • 1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans • 2 tbsp pitted Kalamata olives • 2 tbsp crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese • 6 Whole kalamata olives
• 2 tbsp snipped fresh mint • 2 tbsp snipped fresh basil • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp honey • ¼ tsp black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS In a screw-top jar, combine lemon juice, mint, basil, olive oil, honey, and black pepper to make dressing. Cover and shake well. Place lettuce on a large platter. Top with chicken, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, the quartered olives (if using), and feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing. If desired, garnish individual servings with whole olives.
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PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
WE MAKE IT EASY TO LEAVE A REVIEW 1. Open your smartphone to the camera app 2. Center the desired QR code in the frame (this will take you directly to our Google Review Page) 3. Let us know how we did! INSTRUCTIONS: STAFF FEATURE TOM LANGER, PT, CSCS VICE PRESIDENT OF CLINICAL OPERATIONS: FL CLINIC DIRECTOR President of Clinical Operations for Florida. He has spent his physical therapy career practicing in outpatient orthopedic and sports rehabilitation facilities specializing in sportsmedicine and rehabilitation. Tomhas experience treating a variety of diagnoses. Tom has worked with current and retired athletes from the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, arena football league, and professional wake boarders, gymnasts fromCirque du Soleil, and college and high school level athletes for their physical therapy rehabilitation. Tom is amember of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Florida Physical Therapy Association, the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Tom is proud to have been previously elected by his peers to sit on the Florida Physical Therapy Association board as an East Central District Nominating Committee Member and an Assembly Representative. Tom received his Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Central Florida in 2008. Tom Langer is dedicated to providing the highest level of patient care, successful outcomes, and a focus on the evidence-based practice of physical therapy. Tom Langer, PT, CSCS is the clinic director of our clinic in Ft. Pierce, Florida and is the Vice
“With this help I can use my shoulder more now!” “I’m a patient in the Fort Pierce clinic on 7th Street. I’ve been coming here for several injuries for about a year and a half. I had a nasty fall and with the knowledge of Tom Langer and his staff - they have helped me get the use of my right shoulder back again. At the Fort Pierce clinic, the staff treats you as a person, a friend, a family member; not just a patient. They listen to what is bothering you. I look at them as family and friends. With this help I can use my shoulder more now. I thank all of them: Tom, Joanne and Shawn for their knowledge and help! - Judy W. FREE SHOULDER PAIN WORKSHOPS
PRIMA VISTA CLINIC: 5:30PM April 7TH | May 12TH
• Do you suffer from shoulder pain? • Do you suffer from a past injury? • Are you afraid your pain will get worse if you don’t do anything about it? If you have answered YES to any of the above questions (or have a stubborn spouse who is in denial) the Shoulder Pain Workshop may be a life changing event for you…
Here’s some of what you’ll learn:
ü The single BIGGEST #1 MISTAKE Shoulder Pain sufferers make which actually stops them from healing ü The 3 MOST COMMON CAUSES of Shoulder Pain ü What successful treatment and permanent relief looks like without the side effects of medications, injections or surgery
Appointments are free but limited; there are only 15 spots available. Don’t delay, register today by calling a clinic nearest you now!
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