FEBRUARY RIDDLES
TWO SISTERS Two sisters we are, one is dark and one is fair, In twin towers dwelling we’re quite the pair, One from land and one from sea, Tell us truly, who are we? GREEN HOUSE There was a green house. Inside the green house there was a white house. Inside the white house there was a red house. Inside the red house there were lots of babies. What is it? Solutions are available in the clinic, so make sure to drop by to check your answers!
An aching shoulder during the winter can be especially miserable. Tasks like shoveling the sidewalk become impossible, and life becomes that much more sedentary. But make no mistake, there is hope. With the right knowledge and a proactive attitude, you can relieve your shoulder pain just in time for the spring thaw. KNOW WHERE IT HURTS Most shoulder pain stems from issues with the rotator cuff, the four muscles that connect your shoulder blade and arm bone (humerus). Over time, your rotator cuff tendons can get pinched passing under the collar bone (less humorous). The result can lead to bone spurs and torn tendons that cause you aches and pains. DON’T SLEEP ON IT Getting a good night’s rest can be particularly challenging with a sore shoulder, especially if you’re used to sleeping on the side that’s hurting. However, if you think sleeping on your front will remove the risk of pain, you’re sorely mistaken. Lying on your belly for extended periods of time will push your shoulders out of alignment, exacerbating the problem. Ideally, you want to sleep on the opposite shoulder with a good pillow to support your head. WORK IT OUT The best way to get your shoulder moving again is to practice some safe, at-home exercises to strengthen your rotator cuff. One of the best ways to do this is performing external rotations with an exercise band. Here’s how it’s done: • With a rolled towel placed under your arm, hold your elbow at 90 degrees • Hold the band at a 30-degree angle below the parallel created by your bent elbow • Turn your arm outward, pulling the band • Repeat 30 times Want more exercises? We’ve compiled a list of our top exercises for shoulder pain in an easy to reference brochure — you can even keep it where you do your exercises to ensure you’re remembering every step. Give us a call at 718-747-2019 and we’ll send you a copy free of charge! Be sure to let us know if you need an exercise band! Save Yourself a Trip to the Clinic With These Home Tips RELIEVE SHOULDER PAIN FROM HOME
Recipe of the Month:
Inspired by Pretty Fluffy
VALENTINE’S DAY DOG TREATS: CRANBERRY HEARTS
To paraphrase an old saying, the way to a dog’s heart is through their stomach! This Valentine’s Day, treat your dog to some pet-friendly goodies they’re sure to love!
INGREDIENTS
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup dried cranberries 3–4 tbsp coconut flour
1 1/2 cups almond flour
1 tbsp coconut oil
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 325 F. 2. In a small bowl, beat eggs and set aside. In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, coconut oil, and cranberries. Pour in eggs and mix together with your hands until wet dough forms. 3. Mix in 1 tbsp of coconut flour at a time until dough easily forms into a ball. 4. Roll out dough on floured surface and cut with bite-size, heart-shaped cookie cutters. Transfer to cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. 5. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until treats are crisp. 6. Remove from oven and let treats cool completely before serving.
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