Newsletter About Your Health and Caring for Your Body by Choice Physical Therapy
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AVOID SURGERY AND MANAGE YOUR PAIN WITH PT
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AVOID SURGERY AND MANAGE YOUR PAIN WITH PT
Do you have a chronic pain condition or general aches and pains? Have you been searching for a course of treatment that doesn’t involve surgery? Physical therapy may be your key to a happier and healthier life! At Choice Physical Therapy, we understand the desire to avoid surgery. Our highly trained team uses the most advanced strategies to help alleviate pain and prevent recurring injury. And the best part is, we use only conservative and natural treatment options! Are you ready to start on the path towards natural pain relief? Contact Choice Physical Therapy today to schedule an appointment. Our team of dedicated therapists can treat your pain and return you to a more comfortable life WHAT TREATMENT OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT CHOICE PHYSICAL THERAPY? There is a wide variety of treatment options available at our physical therapy clinic. Depending on your injury or condition you may be prescribed one or more of the following therapeutic modalities. Acoustic Wave Therapy Acoustic wave therapy (AWT) is a mechanical stimulation that promotes the body’s natural healing processes. In AWT, sound waves are used to stimulate natural, safe reactions within tissue to help the tissues return to their optimal and homeostatic state. AWT can treat a huge range of conditions, ranging from musculoskeletal injuries to chronic pain. One of the main benefits of AWT is the creation of new blood vessels. This increases blood flow to injured or weakened areas and helps eliminate inflammatory cells that cause pain. Laser Therapy Laser therapy is a medical treatment that uses concentrated light to treat patients. This non-invasive technique promotes cellular healing and decreases inflammation. Laser therapy can reduce pain and restore normal range of motion to the dysfunctional area. Though this method of treatment might sound intimidating, it is perfectly safe and has been approved by the FDA since 2003! This treatment option offers a safer alternative to surgery and the continued use of prescription medication.
Craniosacral Therapy According to Cleveland Clinic, “Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle hands-on treatment that may provide relief from a variety of symptoms including headaches, neck pain and side effects of cancer treatment among many others.” When a therapist performs CST, they use a gentle touch to move fluids in and around the central nervous system. Reducing tension in the central nervous system promotes a sense of well- being by alleviating pain and improving health and immunity. Myofascial Release Therapy Myofascial release is a manual, hands-on treatment that helps with pain relief by easing the tension in your muscles. It is performed by massage therapists, physiotherapists, and chiropractors and focuses on specific pressure points to bring the myofascial back to its elastic form. Continued Inside This targeted form of treatment has been known to relieve the pain of chronic headaches and migraines by massaging the tightened muscles around the head and neck and promoting a quicker healing process. INSIDE: • What Can I Expect From Physical Therapy? • Be Healthier in the New Year • Exercise Essentials • Healthy Recipe
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Manual Therapy Manual therapy is a type of physical therapy used to treat musculoskeletal pain and disability. It primarily consists of muscle kneading and manipulation, joint mobilization, and joint manipulation. Manual therapy techniques move muscles and joints and include the following: • Palpation • Stretching • Gentle and high-pressure forces • Gentle and strong resistance of movements to affect change • Rapid and/or forceful manipulation These treatments assist a physical therapist’s rehabilitation program by encouraging your body to heal itself. Manual techniques aim to ensure that your bones and muscles are aligned, balanced, and functioning correctly. WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM PHYSICAL THERAPY? Physical therapy should start immediately following most injuries to ensure the fastest recovery possible. Understanding the stages of healing is essential to resolving your condition promptly. Our therapists will begin with an injury evaluation and a biomechanical assessment to identify all the factors contributing to your pain/ injury.
We will use this information to identify the most likely tissue causing your pain and dysfunction. Based on the stage of healing you are in, we will develop a comprehensive program that includes targeted manual techniques, mobility work, strengthening, and appropriate pain relief techniques for the fastest possible recovery. Our team will interpret the clues your body is giving you and provide you with clearly defined instructions on how long it will likely take to resolve your problems. Our goal is to help you recover using the body’s natural, noninvasive systems for healing. REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT AT CHOICE PHYSICAL THERAPY TODAY! At Choice Physical Therapy, our physical therapists are experts at treating all musculoskeletal-related injuries. When you make an appointment with us, you’ll gain access to a wide variety of treatment options to relieve your pain. Are you ready to recover without undergoing surgery? Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our specialists!
Sources: https://frankinstitute.com/acoustic-wave-therapy-what-is-it-and-what-does-it-do/ https://www.vtfc.com/insights/blog/laser-therapy-physical-therapy-perfect-treatment-pairing/ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/17677-craniosacral-therapy
EXERCISE ESSENTIALS
TRY THIS EXERCISE TO STRETCH YOUR HIPS
HIP ADDUCTOR STRETCH Begin in the side lunge position as shown. Your leg should be out to the side and slightly behind you, both feet flat on the floor. Keeping your back straight, lunge deeper to the side until you feel a stretch along the inside of your leg. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat 5 times on each leg.
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BE HEALTHIER IN THE NEW YEAR
ARE YOU TAKING CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH? It’s important to not only pay attention to your physical health, but also your mental and emotional health as well. S.A.D, or “Seasonal Affective Disorder” can really hit hard during the colder winter months. Many people find themselves feeling depressed, lethargic, and unmotivated to do the things they love. Choice Physical Therapy encourages our patients to reach out for counseling and guidance. 2020 has been hard on us all, and there’s nothing wrong with asking for professional help or doing research to find things that you can do at home to boost your overall wellness. A few things experts recommend that you do to improve your overall health are as follows: Do something you’re good at, such as journaling, reading, or some form of art. Practice daily meditation. Set up an appointment with a mental health specialist. Regulate your sleep schedule. Make sure you’re maintaining a nutritious diet. Schedule time every day to unwind and relax (such as taking a hot bath or shower!)
WAYS TO BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY Making sure our immune systems are performing in tip-top shape should be a priority for everyone this year. After all, the stronger your immune system is, the less likely you are to contract an illness that could leave you worse for the wear. Harvard Health suggests a few helpful tips to make sure your immune system is working the way it’s supposed to, including: • Refraining from smoking • Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables. • Exercising regularly. • Maintaining a healthy weight • Taking steps to avoid infection, such as washing your hands frequently and cooking meats thoroughly. • Try to minimize stress. Don’t forget that physical therapy is essential for relieving pain and keeping your immune system healthy. If you’re dealing with a chronic pain condition that is affecting your overall wellness, one of our skilled therapists can be of help!
HEALTHY RECIPE
Balsamic Berry Vinaigrette Salad
• ⅛ tsp black pepper • 3 cups fresh baby spinach • 3 cups torn romaine lettuce • 1 small Braeburn/Gala apple, thinly sliced • ½ cup crumbled blue, feta/goat cheese • ½ cup pomegranate seeds • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar • 2 tbsp plain fat-free Greek yogurt • 1 tbsp sugar-free strawberry preserves • 1 ½ tsp olive oil • 1 tsp Dijon-style mustard • 1 clove garlic, minced • ¼ tsp kosher salt
For vinaigrette, in a small bowl whisk together vinegar, yogurt, preserves, oil, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. In an extra-large serving bowl, combine spinach, romaine, apple, cheese, pomegranate seeds and walnuts. Drizzle with half of the vinaigrette; toss to coat. Pass the remaining vinaigrette.
Source: goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a14898/slow-cooker-turkey-pumpkin-chili-recipe-wdy0115
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