Health & Wellness Newsletter by Kinetix Physical Therapy
NEWSLETTER Health & Wellness Newsletter 352-505-6665 KINETIX PHYSICAL THERAPY SELECTED TO GATOR 100 GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Kinetix Physical Therapy was named to the University of Florida’s 2019 Gator100 during a ceremony on Feb. 22 at UF’s J. Wayne Reitz Union Grand Ballroom. Sponsored by the UF Alumni Association, in partnership with the UF Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center, the Gator100 recognizes the 100 fastest-growing businesses owned or led by UF alumni. “The Gator100 honors UF alumni from across the university who are founding and growing amazing companies around the country,” said Kent Fuchs, president of the University of Florida. “It’s an incredible affirmation of the innovative and entrepreneurial spirit of the Gator Nation.” Congratulations Tony and Melissa Cere!
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NEWSLETTER
TIPS FOR NOTICING & TREATING SPORTS-RELATED TENDINITIS INSIDE: • How Is Tendinitis Treated? • Relieve Leg Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight • Healthy Recipe
Whether you have hurt your tendons or have been suffering for a long time, seeing a physical therapist at Kinetix Physical Therapy can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call at 352-505-6665 today!
Are you an athlete who’s committed to the game? While participation in sports or other athletic activities have obvious physical benefits, they can also pose risks of injury if you are not careful. One of the most common overuse injuries associated with sports is tendinitis, which can cause the affected area to feel painful, stiff, or tight. If you are experiencing pain due to the physical demands of your sport, contact Kinetix PT today to set up a consultation with one of our dedicated physical therapists. What is tendinitis? Tendinitis is a common issue among athletes because it is an “overuse injury,” meaning it develops as a result of exaggerated repetitive motions. While the average person may engage in standard physical tasks such as walking, typing, jogging, etc., an athlete takes repetitive behavior to a new level. For example, a skilled tennis player will run and jump as part of their sport, but he or she will also spend hours every week swinging the racket in a way that may cause damage to the tendons. This could result in added wear and tear on the elbows, wrists, and especially the shoulders.
But how exactly does tendinitis develop?Tendons are what connect the muscle fibers to bone. The tendons are flexible, allowing the body to move more freely, but they also have a limit to their flexibility.Tendinitis occurs when the tendons become inflamed because the tendons have been “stressed” or overused beyond what they could reasonably adapt to. Swelling in the tendons can make movement painful and difficult, as it hinders their ability to stretch and move freely. Typically, tendonitis-type pain occurs in targeted areas of the body that tend to get overused. For example, a tennis player may experience tendinitis in the elbow or shoulder, whereas a runner may be more likely to experience it in the Achilles tendon. In fact, this is why tendinitis in the elbow is frequently referred to as “tennis elbow,” while Achilles tendinitis is sometimes referred to as “runner’s ankles” or “runner’s heels.” A few of the most common sports resulting in tendinitis are tennis, golf, track and field, and swimming.
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HOW IS TENDINITIS TREATED?
One of the biggest parts of tendinitis is the R.I.C.E treatment method, or “rest, ice, compression, elevation.” If you are noticing pain in a repeatedly- used area of your body for your sport, it may be in your best interest to take a day or two to simply let that part of your body rest. Ice and limited use can help decrease swelling and allow for healing to occur before you get back into the game. However, the quickest way to ensure that your tendinitis heals properly before you get back into the game is seeking the help of a physical therapist. A physical therapist can identify the best treatment methods for the nature and severity of your condition, and they can work with you on improving your strength and range-of-motion. They can even provide you with proper techniques and helpful tips for your sport, in order to decrease your risk of developing sports-related tendinitis again in the future. At Kinetix PT, we design each of our treatment plans specifically around the unique needs of each patient. At your initial appointment, you will undergo a physical examination that will provide our physical therapists with the information they need to diagnose and treat your condition. They will then create a treatment plan for you combined with both passive and active therapies. For tendinitis, passive treatments may include manual therapy, therapeutic massage, ice and heat therapies, or deep tissue laser therapy as deemed fit by your physical therapist. Active treatments will include targeted stretches and light exercises to the affected area, in order to regain optimum function and prepare the injured body part to return to the game.
Contact Kinetix PT! If you are experiencing pain, soreness, or stiffness in an area that is used repetitively for your sport, you may be experiencing tendinitis. Contact Kinetix PT today to schedule your appointment and get back in the game as quickly as possible!
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GREEK TURKEY BURGERS WITH SPINACH
INGREDIENTS • 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed • 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 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)
• ½ tsp garlic powder • ½ tsp dried oregano
DIRECTIONS Preheatgrill tomedium-high.Squeezeexcessmoisturefromspinach.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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For Back Pain & Sciatica Sufferers: • Do you have pain when you stand, walk, or sit? • Do you experience pain, numbness or tingling in your buttocks… down your leg? For Balance & Dizziness Symptoms: • Have you fallen? • Are you unsteady?
• Do you experience dizziness? • Do you feel like the room is spinning? For Shoulder Pain Sufferers: • Do you have pain when reaching overhead? • When reaching into the backseat? • When reaching behind you? • When trying to sleep?
I am now climbing stronger than before! “I came to Kinetix with achilles tendonitis pain, from rock climbing. I was unable to do the sport that I love. Following weeks of rest, my PT, Jason Candler, armed me with stretching and strengthening exercises that got me back on the climbing wall. I am now climbing stronger than before! Thank you, Jason! “ - Kristal
If you have answered YES to any of these questions, then these workshops may be a life changing event for you (or a stubborn spouse or parent who is in denial). Register by calling 352-505- 6665 or at kinetixpt.com. Seats are limited, so register today!
Relieve Leg Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing leg pain.
CALF STRETCH FOOT ON WALL Stand close to a wall. Place bottom of foot up on the wall. Heel is on the floor. Lean forward until you feel a stretch in your calf. Leg Flexibility www.simpleset.net
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