Freedom From Pain Newsletter by Magnolia Physical Therapy
Newsletter Freedom From Pain
Imagine Your Life Without Joint Pain
Whether You Have Joint Pain or Muscle Pain We Have Your Natural Solution!
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Christy Shea, DPT Christy received her Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology from Louisiana State University in 2010. Immediately following completion of her undergraduate degree, she decided to finish her formal education at LSU Health Science Center – New Orleans. It is there that she completed her doctorate in physical therapy in 2013. Christy’s experience is personalized treatment. She is also experienced in women’s health. When she is not in the clinic treating patients, Christy enjoys experiencing all of the food, music and festivals that New Orleans has to offer.
Newsletter Freedom From Pain Do You Know if Your Pain is Joint Painor Soft Tissue Pain?
INSIDE: • Joint Pain or Soft Tissue Pain? • What is Soft Tissue Pain? • Patient Results • Community Events • Refer a Friend
What is Soft Tissue Pain? Soft tissue pain is pain in most of the other parts of the body besides bone. This includes muscle, fascia, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, synovium, fibrous capsules, organs, and nerves. Soft tissue pain is often overlooked because it is not as easy to diagnose as pain involving the bones. However, soft tissue pain can be just as debilitating as pain from injuries to joints and bones. Soft tissue injuries are pretty common. In fact, most of the injuries that out-patient orthopaedic Physical Therapists treat are associated with soft tissue injuries. The good news is that most patients make a full recovery. (acute), or last for several weeks or months (chronic). Even short-term pain and swelling in the joints can affect your quality of life. Whatever the cause of joint pain, you can get relief quickly with the experts at Magnolia Physical Therapy. At Magnolia Physical Therapy our goal is to reduce pain and inflammation, preserve function, and strengthen the area around the joint. We start with a comprehensive evaluation to establish the root cause of your pain. We then come up with a treatment plan created specifically for you and your condition. We use a combination of hands-on, manual techniques along with exercise and modalities to get the best results. We make it easy to stick to a plan that will help you to increase your function and get you on the path to a new and healthy you.
Joints form the connections between bones. They provide support and help you move. Any damage to the joints from disease or injury can interfere with your movement and cause a lot of pain. Many different conditions can lead to painful joints, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis, gout, strains, sprains, and other injuries. Joint pain is extremely common. In one national survey, about one-third of adults reported having joint pain within the past 30 days. Knee pain was the most common complaint, followed by shoulder and hip pain, but joint pain can affect any part of your body, from your ankles and feet to your shoulders and hands. As you get older, painful joints become increasingly more common. Joint pain can range from mildly irritating to debilitating. It may go away after a few weeks
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“Could Arthritis Be The Cause Of Your Joint Pain? ” TREATING YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN
Relieving Joint Pain Exercising is important to help reduce joint pain and stiffness. Light to moderate- intensityphysicalactivitycanactuallyprevent a decline in function, even restoring health. However, some people with arthritis may be reluctant to exercise because of joint pain after activity. Youcantakevariousstepstorelievepain,such as heat and cold therapy, or pain relievers, making it easier for you to exercise and stay active. Inaddition tophysical therapy,choose non–impact exercises such as bicycling, swimming or water exercise. Furthermore, research shows that even modestweight loss combined with exercise is more effective in decreasing pain and restoring function than either weight loss or exercise alone. If you are suffering with arthritis pain, call us today and discover how we can relieve your pain, returning you to a more active, pain-free lifestyle!
Millions of Americans suffer through arthritis pain every day, taking Ibuprofen and stronger medication to numb the pain and address the ongoing inflammation. The definition of arthritis is joint inflammation, however the term has acquired a wider meaning. Arthritis is now used as a generic term for osteoarthritisandotherconditions thataffect joints. The pattern, severity and location of arthritis symptoms can vary depending on the specific form of the disease. Typically, arthritic conditions are characterized by pain and stiffness in and around one or more joints. The symptoms can develop gradually or suddenly. Certain rheumatic conditions can also involve the immune system and various internal organs of the body. Physical therapy is an important part of the ongoing treatment for arthritis. Physical therapy strengthens, stretches and stabilizes musclessurroundingaffected jointsproviding needed support.
If you are experiencing these symptoms call Magnolia Physical Therapy today!
Inability to stand or sit comfortably for long periods of time Difficulty getting in and out of bed Inability to walk for at least 20 minutes Joint pain and/or stiffness Unable to enjoy leisure activities Difficulty getting up and down from the floor Limited ability to exercise Unable to work due to pain Difficulty going up and down steps or curbs
Healthy Recipe: SKILLET CHICKEN & PARM PAELLA
Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.
INGREDIENTS • 4 teaspoons canola oil • 12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size strips • 1 small red sweet pepper, cut into bite-size strips • 1 small green sweet pepper, cut into bite-size strips • 1 medium onion, chopped • 2 garlic, minced • 1 14 1/2 ounce can no-salt-added stewed tomatoes • 3/4 cup peas • 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed • 1/2 teaspoon paprika • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper • 1/8-1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper • 1/8 teaspoon ground saffron/ground turmeric
Good For The Low Back
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Hamstring Stretch While lying on your back raise one leg and grasp behind your knee. Feel a stretch on your hamstring. Hold this for 15 counts. Alternate sides and repeat 8 times.
DIRECTIONS In a large skillet heat half of the oil. Cook chicken strips in hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from skillet. Set aside. Add remaining half of the oil to the skillet. Add sweet pepper, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until peppers and onion are tender. Add undrained stewed tomatoes, frozen peas, oregano, paprika, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper, and saffron or turmeric. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the brown rice, shrimp, and cooked chicken. Cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes more or until heated through. Makes 4 servings (1-1/2 cups each).
• 2 cups cooked brown rice • 6 ounces peeled shrimp
Tell Your Friends and Family about Your Experience...
Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help? Do You Have Friends Or Family Unable To Do The Following:
� Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely
� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle
Marigny grand re-opening…we moved downstairs into a bigger, better space! • Saturday, March 25 from 12-3 • 2372 St. Claude Ave. Suite 104 • Free food, drinks, giveaways, chair massage and pain screening Every first Wednesday of the month, one of our clinics will be hosting an in-house workshop. • March 1 - Christy Shea, DPT hosted at our Elmwood location, presenting joint pain. • April 5 - Mary Katherine Casteix, PTA will be hosting a workshop on joint pain at our Freret location. To reserve your spot or if you have any questions, email Rachels@magnoliatherapyla.com Last month’s charitable events: We held a bake sale to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society We collected canned goods and donations for Second Harvest Food Bank to help those families affected by the tornadoes. If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Magnolia Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an appointment. Community Events:
“Physical Therapy has been the best thing for me!” “The pain in my neck and back started after my accident in November 2016. Two weeks into therapy, the pain was manageable…I could read again without experiencing pain, and the headaches had gone away. After six weeks of treatment, I am 100% again!”
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