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WHAT’S CAUSING YOUR SHOULDER PAIN?

INSIDE: • Common Conditions Causing Your Shoulder Pain • Healthy Recipe • Patient Success Spotlight • KC’s Corner

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WHAT’S CAUSING YOUR SHOULDER PAIN?

Did you know that your shoulders are your most flexible andmovable joints? Your shoulders have to move through an incredible 180 degrees of motion, while still maintaining stability and strength. The shoulder joint acts like a ball in a very shallow socket that is part of the shoulder blade. Some of the most important muscles in the rotator cuff are actually the smallest. The rotator cuff is made up of 4 muscles that are small, but vital to keeping the ball stable in the socket. When these muscles are weak or injured, the ball can jam up into the socket of the shoulder blade, causing inflammation and pain. Your shoulders are extremely complex, comprised of multiple muscles, tendons, and bones. They provide you with the mobility you need to performmany of your tasks throughout the day. If you have been living with shoulder pain, you can find natural relief with our physical therapy services. To learn more about how we can help you get back to your daily life, free of shoulder pains, contact FYZICAL today! HOWWE ARE KEEPING YOU SAFE • Social distancing • Sanitizing equipment between each patient • Everyone is wearing masks • Everyone’s temperature is being checked upon arrival

Understanding your shoulder pain: Your shoulder is a “ball- and-socket joint,” meaning that the humerus (head of the upper arm bone) fits perfectly in the corresponding space within the scapula (shoulder blade). Each end of the bone is protected by a thick layer of cartilage that prevents the bones from rubbing together. Your shoulders can accomplish several physical feats due to their structure - however, this also means that they are susceptible to an increased risk of injury because of their complexity. If something becomes damaged in the make-up of the shoulders, pain and discomfort can develop. This pain may range from a dull ache to shooting pains, depending on the severity of the condition. If your pain is stemming from tendon impingement, it will generally occur as you lift your arm, fading before it is raised completely skyward. If your pain is a result of shoulder degeneration, it is likely that you will feel persistent aches every time you move your arm in certain directions. Pain from an acute injury can be sudden and intense, making it difficult for you to move your shoulder at all.

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COMMON CONDITIONS CAUSING YOUR SHOULDER PAIN

• Strains and sprains. A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is stretched too far or torn. A sprain occurs when a ligament is stretched too far or torn. Strains and sprains can result in an ongoing shoulder pain that may make it difficult to partake in exercise or even daily tasks. If the strain or sprain is minor, it can sometimes be iced at home and healed with rest. More severe strains and sprains will often require physical therapy treatments. • Torn cartilage. When a cartilage tears, you may experience a number of painful symptoms. You may experience decreased strength and a limited range of motion in the affected shoulder. You may also experience pain when moving your arm in certain ways. • Dislocation. Dislocation of the shoulder occurs when the head of the humerus pops out of place. This type of injury is extremely painful and unfortunately makes you more vulnerable to recurrence after the first dislocation occurs. • Arthritis. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage in the shoulder joint experiences significant “wear and tear,” typically due to age or excessive overuse. Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the immune system sees the joints as a threat. • Tendinitis. Tendinitis in the shoulder joint occurs when the joint is excessively overused. Symptoms include swelling and painful impingement when raising the affected arm. This typically happens due to the demands of a sport or labor-intensive job, which can cause the tendons to experience ongoing inflammation. • Frozen shoulder. Medically referred to as “adhesive capsulitis,” frozen shoulder can occur if you have been bedridden for an extended period of time or if your arm has been in a cast or sling for a while. When you don’t have opportunities to exercise SPICED OATMEAL & APPLE BARS INGREDIENTS •Cooking spray •2 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats •1/2 cup all-purpose flour •1 tsp baking powder •1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon •1/4 tsp salt •2 large apples, peeled & finely chopped •1 cup apple cider •1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar •1 large egg, beaten •3 tbsp butter, melted •2 tsp vanilla extract DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and coat paper with the cooking spray. In a medium bowl, combine the oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Add the apples to a large bowl with the apple cider, brown sugar, egg, butter, and vanilla. Stir to combine. To large bowl, slowly stir in dry ingredients until incorporated. Transfer mixture to baking pan. Place another sheet of parchment on top of mixture and press down firmly into an even layer and into corners. Remove top piece of parchment. Bake 30–35 min., until golden brown. Let cool and use parchment paper to lift from the pan. Cut into 16 bars and store in a sealed container.

EXERCISE ESSENTIALS 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. There are a wide range of conditions that can be treated with the help of physical therapy. If you are living with shoulder pain, don’t let it limit your life any longer! Find natural, safe, and effective relief with FYZICAL today! the shoulder, the tissues can stiffen up on you, thus causing this painful condition to occur. Find effective shoulder pain relief today: Two of the biggest goals of physical therapy are 1) to alleviate your pain and 2) to improve your function. Your physical therapist will work with you to make sure that both of these are achieved throughout your physical therapy sessions. Your physical therapist will design a treatment plan specifically for you, which will include targeted stretches and exercises. It may also include any additional methods or modalities that your physical therapist deems fit, including ice and heat therapies, manual therapy, ultrasound, aquatic therapy, or electrical nerve stimulation.

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KC’S CORNER

Hey friends, Kc here! I hope you’re all staying happy and healthy! Here at the clinic I have gotten to see a lot more of you recently which makes me really excited and do not worry we are staying extra clean to keep you safe! I love all my patients - I was even a super hero the other day when a patient fell in the parking

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lot and I notified the staff barking as loud as I could to help him as soon as they could! There’s nothing the staff or I won’t do to keep you safe and comfortable while you’re here at the office, most of all we want you to feel like family. I miss those of you I haven’t been seeing and want to make sure you are staying on top of your stretches and exercising! It’s been easy for me to be lazy these days and snooze all day but I know it’s important to get up and get moving if I don’t want to be stiff and sore. Call our office if you’re ready to get scheduled and moving again or if you have questions about how to stay moving at home! Love you all! - K.C.

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