GETTING YOU STARTED ON A POST- SURGICAL TREATMENT PLAN
There are some intimidating statistics regarding ACL injuries - according to the National Institutes of Health, it is estimated that approximately 350,000 ACL reconstructions are performed annually across the nation. Despite surgical repair, those who sustained an ACL injury in need of correction are 79% more likely to develop knee osteoarthritis in the future and 20% more likely to suffer a re-injury within 2 years of their procedure. In addition, athletes may not be able to return to their sport with the same level of play, and they may struggle with confidence issues or fear of re-injury when they return. Post-surgical rehabilitation can help decrease these statistics. Our trained professionals will determine what your knee’s current range of motion is, along with the location and nature of the pain, swelling, or stiffness you’re experiencing from your ACL repair.
physical therapy sessions, you’ ll begin restoring the crucial fluid circulation in your knee joints, which ensures optimum natural joint movement. PT also builds strength in the muscles surrounding your knees, providing better long-term support for the complex joint system, and decreasing the risk of sustaining another injury in the future. At Innovative Physical Therapy Solutions, we will get you set up on a treatment plan following your surgery so you can begin your recovery process as soon as possible. Our expert physical therapists will also help you learn methods and techniques for protecting your knees in the future, in order to prevent further pain or injury. Don’t let your injury hinder your life or take you out of the game for good - regain your function and get back to the sport you love with physical therapy.
Hands-on care to restore ROM and decrease swelling are the keys to speeding up your recovery time. During your
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Vitamin Burst Smoothie
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or substitute plain or vanilla yogurt) • 1/2 cup frozen strawberries • 1/2 cup mango • 1/2 cup pineapple • 1 tsp freshly minced ginger (or more to taste) • Optional: 1-2 tsp raw honey; a handful of fresh baby spinach; 1-2 tbsp almond butter
INGREDIENTS • 1 cup fresh orange juice • 1/2 cup milk (coconut, almond,
INSTRUCTIONS Add the ingredients to a blender and blend on high speed until completely smooth, scraping down the blender as needed. Add a drizzle of honey or extra ginger to taste, pour into glasses, and enjoy. Bursting with healing Vitamin C, this hydrating smoothie will increase the infection-fighting ability of your immune system.
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