Fit Physical Therapy Newsletter
THE NEWSLETTER ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND CARING FOR YOUR BODY
MAY 2019
WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE PHYSICAL THERAPY?
syndrome to low back pain, this type of care can effectively reduce your pain and improve your movement. Physical therapists may use manipulation, joint and soft tissue mobilizations, and dry needling, as well as other strategies in your care. 3. Education. A large study conducted with military personnel 4 demonstrated that those with back pain who received a 45 minute educational session about pain, were less likely to seek treatment than their peers who didn’t receive education about pain. Physical therapists will talk with you to make sure they understand your pain history, and help set realistic expectations about your treatment. 4. Teamwork. Recent studies have shown that developing a positive relationship with your physical therapist and being an active participant in your own recovery can impact your success. This is likely because physical therapists are able to directly work with you and assess how your pain responds to treatment. The American Physical Therapy Association launched a national campaign to raise awareness about the risks of opioids and the safe alternative of physical therapy for long- term pain management. Learn more at our #ChoosePT page.
Physical therapy is among the safe and effective alternatives to opioids recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the management of most non-cancer related pain. Whereas opioids only mask the sensation of pain, physical therapists treat pain through movement, hands-on care, exercise, and patient education. Here’s how physical therapists manage pain: 1. Exercise. A study following 20,000 people over 11 years found that those who exercised on a regular basis, experienced less pain. And among those who exercised more than 3 times per week, chronic widespread pain was 28% less common. Physical therapists can prescribe exercise specific to your goals and needs. 2. Manual Therapy. Research supports a hands- on approach to treating pain. From carpal tunnel
INSIDE : • How PT is the Natural Pain Relief Solution • When “PT” Is Better Than “Rx”
• Healthy Recipe • Positive Patient Results
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THE NEWSLETTER ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND CARING FOR YOUR BODY NEWSLET TER
MAY 2019
HOW PT IS THE NATURAL PAIN RELIEF SOLUTION AFRAID OF TAKING PAIN MEDICATION? And what can you do if you’re torn between not filling your own prescription, versus seeking relief for your very real pain? Why Opioid Overuse Matters Both opioid prescription rates and deaths from opioid overdoses have quadrupled in the last two decades. Given these identical statistics, one can’t escape the obvious conclusion: Reliance on painkillers has gotten out of hand, and the consequences can be literally fatal. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), doctors now write so many opioid prescriptions each year that it translates to one bottle per adult living in the U.S.Of the 330,000 people who died from drug overdoses in 2015, 50 percent involved prescription painkillers. Just as ominous is the discovery that people who become addicted to prescription opioids are 40 times more likely to become addicted to heroin. Beyond extreme physical risk, over-reliance on prescription painkillers can have other detrimental effects on your health. Withdrawal symptoms can be harrowing. And while you’re still using them, opioids can lead to depression, which sets up a vicious cycle of self-medicating in order to feel better emotionally as well as physically. (continued from outside) INSIDE : • When “PT” Is Better Than “Rx” • Staff Spotlight
• Healthy Recipe • Positive Patient Results
How Physical Therapy Counters the Problem It’s important to get real about the reason people seek prescription painkillers in the first place -- the pain. These patients are not to be condemned for seeking relief for injuries, arthritis and other degenerative conditions, or for post-surgical discomfort. At the same time, however, it’s becoming increasingly obvious that medications like Percocet, Vicodin, Opana and OxyContin are extremely addictive. Physical therapy, on the other hand, is so effective because it provides a multi-pronged attack to pain relief. First, therapists can help lessen the immediate pain through heat or ice therapy, lasers, as well as low-pulse electronic equipment. Targeted massage and gentle stretching also eases extreme discomfort when tension or stiffness is part of the problem. In addition, physical therapy works to eradicate the actual source of your pain. So, if weak muscles aren’t supporting an aching body part, for example, your therapy will address this underlying cause. Flexibility moves can also contribute to pain relief because stiffening joints often exacerbate discomfort, or lead to over-reliance on nearby, overstressed muscles.
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STRAIGHT LEG RAISE While lying or sitting, raise up your leg with a straight knee and your toes pointed upward. Hold for 10 seconds then repeat 6 times on both legs. Relieves Lower Back www.simpleset.net Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain. EXERCISE OF THE MONTH
When “PT” Is Better Than “Rx”
It’s important to remember that not every prescription is bad or dangerous, and that you don’t have to “suck it up,” refusing all painkillers. But there are specific conditions under which the CDC recommends trying physical therapy first: • The pain has persisted for three months. After the 90-day mark, pain is considered chronic, meaning that painkiller use would also hit the dangerous 90-day mark. This can certainly lead to addiction. • The source of the problem is in the knees, back or hips, or stems from fibromyalgia. Physical therapy has proven especially effective in these situations. • The “risk vs. reward” question tilts more heavily toward “risk.” There are certainly diseases which cause intense pain and for which opioids help patients to function, or at least to remain comfortable. But when the condition could be better managed with physical therapy or other treatment, as opposed to addictive pills, the “reward” of taking the painkillers doesn’t merit the risk. Are you wondering whether your pain should be addressed with PT first? We will give you a thorough evaluation for your specific condition. Should our trained staff determine that physical therapy can make a real difference in eradicating your pain, we’ll give you an honest timetable and a safe strategy to avoid prescription painkiller overuse. Call one of our 5 clinic locations today to start your therapy journey with Fit PT!
Positive Patient Results
“I am looking forward to his treatment.” “Trent seems to be on the cutting edge of pain management. I am looking forward to his treatment.” - D.J. “They take the time to get to know you as a person, and your symptoms.” “Dr. Harward and the staff are fantastic, always welcoming and knowledgeable. They take the time to get to know you as a person, and your symptoms. They have listened to my concerns and acted on making those aches and pains go away. I have seen a great improvement in a short amount of time.” - J.C.
5 CLINICS TO SERVE YOU. MESQUITE, OVERTON, ST. GEORGE
Greek Turkey Burgers HEALTHY RECIPE
FIT Physical Therapy Workshop
MAY 22, 2019 @ 5:30 PM AT OUR ST. GEORGE RIVERFRONT LOCATION (3RD FLOOR) 617 E Riverside Drive, Suite 303 435-673-4303
INGREDIENTS • 1 cup chopped spinach, thawed • 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese • ½ tsp garlic powder • ½ tsp dried oregano • ¼ tsp salt • ¼ tsp ground pepper • 4 small hamburger buns, preferably whole-wheat • 4 tbsp tzatziki • 12 slices cucumber • 8 thick rings red onion (about ¼-inch)
Cutting Edge Treatment Approach to Treating Chronic Pain
This Workshop Is For You If: •Youhavebeen inpain for longer than3monthsorbeyondnormalhealing times •You have tried other treatments, including physical therapy without results •You are tired and frustrated with not getting pain relief from traditional medical treatments •You want to avoid medications and surgery to treat your pain What You Will Learn: New approach to treating chronic pain with our cutting edge treatments including: •The new science behind how pain really works in our bodies •Strategies and techniques to reduce pain and improve function •How to achieve lasting and long term pain relief without using medication or surgery
INSTRUCTIONS Preheat grill to medium-high. Squeeze excess moisture from spinach. Combine the spinach with turkey, feta, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper in a medium bowl; mix well. Form into four 4-inch patties. Oil the grill rack. Grill the patties until cooked through and no longer pink in the center, 4 to 6 minutes per side. (An instant-read thermometer inserted in the center should register 165°F.) Assemble the burgers on the buns, topping each with 1 tablespoon tzatziki, 3 cucumber slices and 2 onion rings.
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Staff Spotlight
Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, Lindsey discovered her love for outdoor recreation and sports at a young age. She attended Southern Utah University and received a degree in Physical Education and Human Performance. She attended The University of New England where she received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. While in LINDSEY ROSE-PACE, PT, DPT
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New England she trained in the National Leadership Education Program in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) and advocated for patient healthcare rights at the U.S. Capital. Lindsey specializes in chronic pain and spine therapy. She is passionate about helping her patients overcome pain and injury and improve their quality of life. She and her husband enjoy being active outdoors. Their hobbies include riding horses, hiking, fishing, camping, and snow and water sports. Education: • Southern Utah University, BS Physical Education and Human Performance ‘15 • University of New England, DPT, ‘18
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