Health & Wellness Newsletter: Why Surgery Doesn’t Have to Be Your Only Option by Highland Physical Therapy
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WHY SURGERY DOESN’T HAVE TO BE YOUR ONLY OPTION
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HEALTH & WELLNESS The Newsletter About Your Health and Caring for Your Body
Highland Physical Therapy
WHY SURGERY DOESN’T HAVE TO BE YOUR ONLY OPTION
Do you suffer from a painful orthopedic condition such as spinal stenosis or osteoarthritis? Many think surgical intervention is the only way they’ll ever find relief. However, you have another option: physical therapy at Highland Physical Therapy!
There’s no denying that surgery is a significant decision — and one that brings with it several risks, including blood clots, infections, and more. That’s why most doctors will encourage you to consider your options before booking a surgeon. For orthopedic concerns, that means looking to physical therapy. In fact, physical therapy is actually a frontline treatment for several musculoskeletal conditions, from arthritis to ligament injuries, meaning you absolutely should try it first! Regular physical therapy treatments can help delay your surgery — and, in some cases, avoid it altogether. If you feel you may be on the path to needing surgery, don’t hesitate to give our team a call. We’ll provide specific information about how our physical therapists can help you avoid or delay surgery. Conditions That Respond Well to Physical Therapy People opt for surgery to reduce pain and improve their functionality and mobility. The good news is that physical
therapy can do exactly that for several different musculoskeletal conditions, including the following: • Osteoarthritis: People with severe osteoarthritis often resort to total joint replacements to address their symptoms. But if you can begin physical therapy early on, you can slow the condition’s progression. • Partial Ligament Tears: While a full ligament tear typically requires surgical intervention, less severe ligament injuries respond well to physical therapy. • Spinal Stenosis: This condition causes a painful narrowing in the spinal column, but you can manage your pain and mobility restrictions with gentle, targeted exercise. • Degenerative Disc Disease: A common side effect of aging, physical therapy is more beneficial for treating DDD than surgery in most cases.
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That said, seeking physical therapy treatment sooner rather than later is essential — this is especially true for degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis. It’s also essential you keep active outside of our clinic. Many of these conditions benefit from regular movement, so you’ll want to find an exercise program that suits your needs (something our therapists can help you with). And if you do wind up needing surgery down the road, you’ll already be prepared for your rehabilitation after the procedure! Skip The Knife; Try Physical Therapy Instead If you have a painful musculoskeletal condition, don’t resort to surgery – visit Highland Physical Therapy first
• Herniated Discs: This is another condition that physical therapy can generally resolve more easily than surgery. Physical Therapy vs. Surgery: Here’s What We Can Offer The exact details of your physical therapy treatment will vary based on several factors, including the condition or injury, your current health status, and your overall goals. Our team will work closely with you to develop a customized plan that meets your needs. Generally speaking, we’ll begin with an extensive evaluation to help us get to the root of your discomfort. From there, we’ll pull from several different techniques to help you manage pain, eliminate restrictions in your range of motion, and improve your overall function. Ultimately, our goal is the same as any orthopedic surgery: to help you live a rich, active lifestyle, free from pain and immobility. However, we can do it with a few extra benefits: • Lower Costs: Surgeries are far more expensive than physical therapy. Comparisons in prices estimate that surgery costs at least $2 per year for every $1 spent on physical therapy. • Less Time: Surgery is a highly invasive procedure that requires lengthy rehabilitation. Healing alone typically takes several weeks, and it can take up to a year before you’ve fully rehabilitated — during which time you’ll be doing extensive physical therapy anyway. Why not skip the extra step? • Decreased Risks: Surgery brings a host of medical risks, from blood clots to dependency on painkillers. Because physical therapy is non- invasive, the risk is minimal (especially compared to surgery). It also offers drug-free pain relief options.
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EXERCISE ESSENTIALS Chair Plank Start by standing in front of a chair. Place your forearms on the chair and step your feet back, lowering your hips until your body is in a straight line with your abdominals braced. Hold for 30 seconds.
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YOU HAD SURGERY — BUT YOU’RE STILL STRUGGLING WITH PAIN!
PATIENT SUCCESS STORY “I’ve been here multiple times for different injuries, and I’ve always received the best treatment! Everyone is super nice and friendly, and they’ve always made the difficult process of recovering so much easier for me. ” —Alex M.
Many people mistakenly believe that surgery is a cure-all: that once they work through their rehabilitation, they’ll be back to their old selves. While this is true sometimes, other times, people find that they’re still struggling with pain or limited mobility after a surgical procedure. If this has been your experience, then know that physical therapy may be the tool you need to find lasting relief. Just as the team at Highland Physical Therapy can help people avoid or delay surgery, we can also ensure your surgery provides you with a successful outcome. What can we do? • Manual therapy helps with pain and range of motion restrictions. These hands-on techniques can gradually help restore your mobility over time. • Mobility exercises take things a step further in terms of restoring your range of motion. • Strengthening exercises will help build muscular strength and endurance to provide support and stability to the affected joint. • Functional training will help you relearn movements you thought you’d lost. We can also help improve gait or balance and help you perform day-to-day activities like going up or down stairs more easily. If you’re still struggling with pain and mobility after an orthopedic surgery, call us to schedule an appointment. We’ll work together to find a plan that suits your needs and goals!
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INGREDIENTS • 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil • 3 tbsp. freshly chopped cilantro • Juice of 3 limes, divided • Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH SRIRACHA SLAW
HIGHLAND MARLBORO
Are You In PAIN? You may benefit from physical therapy if you suffer from:
• 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined • 1/4 head red cabbage, shredded • 1/4 c. mayonnaise • 1 tbsp. sriracha • 4 medium tortillas
• Lower Back Pain • Arthritis • Sciatica
• Shoulder Pain • Knee Pain • Problems Walking • Dizziness • Sports Injury
DIRECTIONS: In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, cilantro, and 1/3 of the lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Add shrimp to a baking dish and pour over mixture. Toss until completely coated and let marinate 20 minutes. Meanwhile, make slaw: In a large bowl, toss cabbage with mayo, remaining lime juice and sriracha. Season with salt. Heat grill to high. Skewer shrimp and grill until charred, 3 minutes per side. Grill tortillas until charred, 1 minute per side. Serve shrimp in tortillas with slaw.
• Neck Pain • Headaches
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