Heatlh & Wellness Newsletter by Paramount Performance & Rehab
Health & Wellness Newsletter
2019
NEWSLETTER
GAIN ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
OUR SERVICES
• Physical Therapy • Sports Medicine Services • Fitness and Wellness • One-On-One Customized Training
• Professional Sports Training • BioSignature • Infrared Sauna • Supplements
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2019
Health & Wellness Newsletter
NEWSLETTER
RELIEVING LOW BACK, HIP & KNEE ARTHRITIS PAIN INSIDE: • Arthritis And Physical Therapy • Relieve Hip Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight • Seasonal Recipe
What Causes Lower Back, Hip and Knee Arthritis? Because arthritis is a catch-all term, pinpointing what causes arthritis may be difficult. In most cases, arthritis is caused by overuse, wear and tear, or injuries. Whether you have hurt your back or have been suffering for a long time, seeing a physical therapist at Paramount Performance Rehab can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call at 617-641-6700 today!
If you’re constantly facing lower back, hip or knee pain—you might be feeling arthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control, roughly 54.4 million U.S. adults are diagnosed with some form of arthritis per year. As we age, the cartilage in our joints wears down, causing painful bone on bone rubbing, inflammation, stiffness, and pain. While there is no cure for replacing cartilage yet, it is possible to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis, by improving your joint movement, muscle strength, balance, and coordination. It’s even possible to eliminate symptoms entirely, depending on the amount of arthritis you have. If you have regular aches and pains, keep reading. We have a solution. What Is Arthritis, Exactly? Before knowing how to relieve arthritic pain, you’ll need to understand it. Arthritis—or the painful stiffness, or inflammation, of joints—isn’t a single disease.The term “arthritis” is an informal explanation of joint pain and disease in general. Over 100 types of arthritis exist, according to the Arthritis Foundation. People of all ages, races and sex can get it. It’s also the leading cause of ongoing disability in America. The most prevelant form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is caused by either injury or normal wear and tear.
Arthritis can also be caused by: • Infections, such as Lyme disease • An immune system dysfunction - rheumatoid arthritis • The inheritance of osteoarthritis • An abnormal metabolism, which leads to gout
For arthritis suffers, even simply walking can cause pain in the lower back, hip or knee. Often, arthritis is a downward spiral of progress pain, limiting movement and strength, which in turn causes more inactivity and pain. However, by improving joint movement, muscle strength, balance and coordination, this cycle can be broken, reducing pain and inflammation. Discover how our team of specialists at Paramount Performance & Rehab can get you moving pain-free again!
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ARTHRITIS AND PHYSICAL THERAPY
Regardless of the cause of arthritis, physical therapy plays a major role in the treatment of arthritis symptoms and should be tried first, before more aggressive procedures such as surgery. While maintaining a healthy weight, exercise and a good diet help, surgical intervention may eventually be needed. However, physical therapy has been shown to be an excellent way to prepare and recover after a total knee or hip replacement. It is very common for the muscles that support the knee, hip, and low back to become weakened from inactivity.Through targeted easy to do exercises, we help your muscles regain their strength, providing greater support to the joints, and reducing inflammation. Furthermore, by improving balance and coordination, especially to the knee and hip joints, the abnormal strain on the joints is relieved, and safety is improved to reduce risk of further injury. If you or a loved one suffers from arthritis, you have options. The first step is to contact one of our therapists today, and ask about ongoing physical therapy treatment to restore mobility, comfort and quality of life. See how we can help your joints feel better and move better! Go online or call us to schedule an appointment today. Source: https://www.arthritis.org/about-arthritis/understanding-arthritis/what-is-arthritis.php https://www.arthritis.org/about-arthritis/where-it-hurts/back-pain/causes/back-arthritis.php https://www.arthritis-health.com/blog/7-core-exercises-relieve-back-and-hip-arthritis-pain https://www.arthritis-health.com/blog/4-types-arthritis-cause-sacroiliac-joint-pain
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VEGAN PUMPKIN PIE
INGREDIENTS • 1¼ cups pecan halves, toasted • 1¼ cups oat flour • ¼ tsp salt • ¼ cup coconut oil • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup • 1 (15 oz) can reduced-sodium chickpeas
• 1/3cup white sugar • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree • 2 tbsp coconut oil • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground ginger • ¼ tsp ground cloves • ¼ tsp salt
DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F. Pulse pecans in a food processor. Add oat flour and ¼ teaspoon salt and pulse until combined. With the motor running, drizzle in ¼ cup coconut oil and maple syrup; blend until the mixture looks like crumbly dough. Transfer to a deep-dish pie pan and press evenly into the bottom and almost all the way up the sides. Bake the crust 12 to 14 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Drain chickpeas, measuring ½ cup of the bean liquid (aquafaba) into a mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, 3 to 5 minutes. Add sugar and continue beating on high about 1 minute more. Whisk pumpkin, coconut oil, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and salt in a large bowl. Gently fold in the whipped aquafaba. Pour the mixture into the crust. Bake the pie 35 to 45 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack for 1 hour, then refrigerate overnight.
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Patient Success Spotlight
DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN-FREE
“Not only do I get a workout program, but also diet recommendations!” “I first started with Russell at PPR after a bad knee injury requiring surgery and lots if PT. I quickly gain both strength and confidence at PPR. I, like many clients, switched to training with Russell once my PR was done- and a year later- I am still here! Excellent private gym for lifting towards a goal. Not only do I get a workout program, but also diet recommendations, and supplement guidance. I recommend this gym to anyone looking for weight loss, muscle gain, or to increase performance in their sports or activities of daily living!” - Katy C.
At Paramount Performance Rehab, you will receive hands- on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to go to Paramount Performance Rehab if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury 1. Call and talk to your therapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your individualized recovery program
Relieve Hip Pain In Minutes Try this exercise to help maintain a healthy body.
Loosens Hips
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STEP DOWN Stand on a step. Lower one foot slowly towards the ground. Keep your hips level! Step down and then off the step. Keep your knees aligned over your feet.
If this exercise does not provide you relief/help, please consider an evaluation to see if we can identify the source of your pain.
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