Newsletter for Atlanta Human Performance Center
Health & Fitness Newsletter
2020
N E W S L E T T E R
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COMMON CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS FOR PERSISTENT HIP AND KNEE PAIN
ALSO INSIDE SO, WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT MY HIP AND KNEE PAIN? HEALTHY RECIPE • PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
Health & Fitness Newsletter
2020
N E W S L E T T E R
COMMON CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS FOR PERSISTENT HIP AND KNEE PAIN
hips. This can lead to pain or stiffness with movement.
For many people, hip and knee pain can be a way of life. It can pose issues when trying to enjoy leisurely walks, climb up stairs, or bend down to retrieve a dropped item. It can greatly hinder your ability to perform and enjoy daily activities. Your hips are the body’s largest “ball and socket” joints, meaning that your “femur” (hip bone) fits perfectly into your “acetabulum” (hip socket.) There is a cushion of cartilage in your hips that helps prevent friction as your hip bone moves within the socket. However, it is possible for the cartilage to wear down or become damaged with age or physical exertion. It is also possible for the muscles and tendons surrounding the hip to experience overuse. If a fall or other injury occurs, the hip bone can also break or become dislocated. The knee joint is also one of the most complicated joints in the body, as it has to bear up to 6 times your body weight when running or jumping. This incredible joint has to move over a million times each year and over 80 million times over a lifetime. This is also the reason why things can go wrong, resulting in injury and pain. If your hip or knee pain is limiting you from living the life you want, don’t hesitate to contact Atlanta Human Performance Center as soon as possible. We’ll help you get moving freely once again!
STRAINS. Muscles or tendons can become strained due to overuse and repeated activity. This causes inflammation, which can result in pain. So, if you feel achy after walking too far, it may be your body’s way of telling you you’ve done too much! FRACTURES AND BREAKS. As we age, our bones start to become brittle, increasing the probability of fractures and breaks. This is something to keep in mind as you participate in physically demanding activities and hobbies. Have fun, but remember to be careful! DISLOCATION. Dislocations of the hip and knee can occur as a result of a fall or other sort of trauma. If you are experiencing pain from a recent slip or fall, you may be feeling the symptoms of a dislocation. TEARS. There are four ligaments in the knees that have a possible risk of tearing. The most commonly torn ligament is the “anterior cruciate ligament,” or ACL. It is also possible for cartilage to tear, causing pain. Tears are typically a result of some sort of trauma experienced to the painful area. BURSITIS . “Bursae” are liquid sacs that can be found between tissues. They help ease friction from tissues running together; however, they can also become inflamed due to overuse and repeated activity, resulting in pain. Even activities such as standing too long may result in achiness from irritated bursae later. TENDINITIS. Your tendons are thick bands of tissue that connect your muscles to your bones. Tendinitis occurs when your tendons become inflamed, which, again, is a result of overuse and repeated activity.
Why am I experiencing hip and/or knee pain?
There are many reasons why you may be experiencing hip or knee pain. Some of the most common causes include: ARTHRITIS. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the most common causes of hip and knee pain. Arthritis causes inflammation of the joints and can lead to a quicker breakdown of cartilage in the
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SO, WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT MY HIP AND KNEE PAIN?
Hip and knee pain can be a scary thought, especially with all the hustle and bustle of living a busy life. Luckily, there are some actions you can take at home to try and soothe or prevent pain: • Wearing properly fitted shoes. One way to avoid hip and knee pain is by wearing well-fitted shoes with suitable arch support. Comfortable, fitted, closed-toed shoes are a great way to relieve stress on your joints and allow relaxation in your hips and knees. • Using cold and hot remedies. Ice packs and heating pads can help in soothing your aches and pains. Rotating between ice packs and heating pads on the affected areas can provide relief. • Stretching. When your joints tighten up, pain can get much worse. Help alleviate and prevent this pain by doing a daily stretching routine in your legs, hips, and back, to help release any pressure on those areas.
• Listening to your body. At the end of the day, always listen to your body. If you’ve been on your feet for two hours and you feel your knees tightening up, it may be time to take a small break. Con t ac t At l an t a Human Pe r f ormance Cen t e r f or addi t ional assistance! Having a regular physical therapy checkup ensures that your joints are working at their peak performance. In addition, any problems will be discovered early, preventing the onset of arthritis and joint injury. If you do have arthritis or have had surgery, then a regular physical therapy check-up is especially important. At Atlanta Human Performance Center, we can provide you with a joint analysis to determine any problem areas in the hip or knee joints, and treat them accordingly. Schedule a consultation with one of our expert physical therapists today to discover how you can live life with freely moving joints!
TASTY RECIPE: GLUTEN-FREE BREAKFAST HASH
Ingredients
• 5 medium-large potatoes washed & peeled • 1 large white onion chopped • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil • 2 green onions trimmed and finely chopped
• 4 eggs • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese • salt and pepper to taste • 1/4 tsp paprika
Cut potatoes into 1/2 inch wedges. Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Cook potatoes for 25 minutes, covered, stirring every 4-5 minutes. Add chopped white onion. Cook for another 5-10 minutes, uncovered, and stirring constantly. When potatoes are crispy and golden brown, add green onions, salt, and pepper. Stir through. With your spatula, make four wells in the potatoes and crack an egg into each one. Sprinkle shredded cheddar all around. Cook until the egg whites are set, or until your liking. Cover pan with lid for poached eggs. Addmore olive oil on eggs if desired. Sprinkle eggs with a pinch of paprika seasoning. Serve immediately. Directions
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As previously mentioned, upon reopening, we will CONTINUE to observe all of the recommended Coronavirus infection control/safety protocols: • Social distancing • Hand-washing • Extensive sanitation procedures to protect you and your family, while in our facility. In addition, to the aforementioned infection control protocols, temperatures will be taken prior to treatment, staff and patients will also wear protective masks.
Feel free to call us and ask to speak to your therapist.
Your therapist can discuss with you why your pain is bothering you again and what you might do about it at home. If further assessment is warranted, your therapist might recommend you come in for an appointment.
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OUR EMPLOYEES ARE AVOIDING HUGS & SHAKING HANDS
SPOTL IGHT ! “When I first started my physical therapy, I had moderate pain in both knees, which sometimes became intense in the left knee; I also could not bend by knees to stoop down. After my physical therapy treatment, I no longer have pain in my knees and I can bend and stoop without pain. I can also walk 20 miles without pain in my knees.” - W. J.
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