If you have received a total joint replacement of the knee, hip, or shoulder, physical therapy can benefit you. At PTRC, we offer joint replacement therapy to those whose mobility is limited due to a replacement procedure.
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ALL ABOUT JOINT REPLACEMENT THERAPY WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Exciting News From Our Practice! • What Can I Expect From Joint Replacement Therapy? • Free Balance Screening!
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
If you have received a total joint replacement of the knee, hip, or shoulder, physical therapy can benefit you. At PTRC, we offer joint replacement therapy to those whose mobility is limited due to a replacement procedure. After a joint replacement surgery, it can be difficult to move around in the ways you used to, or even complete daily tasks that you used to do with ease. Fortunately, our joint replacement therapy services can help relieve your pain and improve your function, so you can get back to your life as quickly as possible. When is total joint replacement needed? If you haven’t yet gone through a replacement surgery but you are experiencing chronic joint pain, you may be a candidate for joint replacement. Total joint replacement surgery is typically recommended for those who: • Have severe joint damage. This is typically due to arthritic debilitation, either from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. • Experienced a severe trauma to the joint(s). Some injuries can only be addressed through surgical treatment, depending on how critical the damage was.
• Live with chronic shooting pains. If your pain is constantly affecting your daily life and no other treatments have seemed to help, your doctor may suggest surgery. If you believe you may be in need of total joint replacement surgery, it is important to first discuss it with your primary physician. If you have already received total joint replacement surgery, it is likely that your primary physician will refer you to a physical therapist for rehabilitation. Contact us today to learn more about our services
and how they can help get you back on your feet! How will joint replacement therapy benefit me?
After receiving your total joint replacement, physical therapy will be an integral part of your healing process. One of our licensed physical therapists will provide a treatment plan for you that will assist in restoring your range of motion, flexibility, strength, endurance, and overall mobility. Physical therapy treatments can also benefit you both before and after your procedure, in order to make sure that your recovery process is as smooth as possible.
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EXCITING NEWS FROM OUR PRACTICE!
cutting-edge equipment which isn’t available at any other outpatient physical therapy or treatment center in the area. For example, FYZICAL’s balance program incorporates a Safety Overhead Support (SOS) system. Our FYZICAL clinics will offer FREE Fall Risk Assessments to identify individuals of all ages and conditions at risk of falling. By identifying risk, future injuries can be prevented. Our skilled physical therapists will create a program specifically tailored to your balance needs, so you can begin your quest to regain your footing, your confidence, and your freedom. Some Things Won’t Change We are still the same high-quality practice, with the same caring people, dedicated to offering the same quality of care you expect. Our staff will be the same and our treatment hours will be the same as they always have been. We’re excited to be part of the FYZICAL Family, and we know you will be too!
We have some great news! We are excited to announce that our two locations are becoming FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers! This transition will happen over the next 6-9 months. FYZICAL – pronounced like ‘physical’ – is a nationally recognized physical therapy, balance, dizziness and healthy lifestyle brand with over 400 locations in 45 states. By becoming FYZICAL, our team now has access to the top balance and vestibular treatment protocols available to help our patients with fall risk and dizziness challenges. How Our Change Benefits You Our products and services remain the same, but with the addition of premier balance therapy. We are thrilled to provide the highest standard of ongoing care that you have come to expect from us! The Good News Falls are preventable. FYZICAL’s treatment and recovery protocols include utilizing
You may be wondering what exactly telehealth is. Essentially, it is a way for us to make sure that our patients are still receiving the highest possible quality of care they need from a remote location. Telehealth services can be accessed via your smartphone or computer, and you will be able to perform your PT treatments from the comfort of your own home. You will also be able to track your progress and see how you are improving throughout your treatments – without coming directly to our clinic. At PTRC, our telehealth services offer live consultation where you can meet and chat with your physical therapist about your treatment plan. To learn more about how you can set up our telehealth services on your smartphone or computer, give us a call today. At the end of the day, we are all in this together – most importantly, stay calm, and stay healthy. We are here to help you with your needs. WE ARE OFFERING TELEHEALTH!
EXPERT OPINION
Dr. Chris Jimenez Orthopedic Joint Replacement Specialist “Rapid Recovery Knee Replacement refers to a protocol I have tailored over many years of training and practice. The process can be broken down into a few steps. First, preoperative education and screening is vital for a patient’s success. It is important to know what to expect prior to the surgery. Second, the surgery is performed in a minimally invasive fashion that decreases damage to your tissues. This
is important when considering knee replacement as studies show higher volume surgeons have lower complication and revision rates. Third, the appropriate amount and type of physical therapy is required for the best outcome!” For more information, contact Dr. Jimenez at 512-353-6400 or visit his website at www.jointpainortho.com.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM JOINT REPLACEMENT THERAPY?
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Your initial appointment will consist of a physical evaluation to determine what course of treatment will be best for your needs. Your physical therapist will create a specialized treatment plan based on your evaluation, aimed at rehabilitation, functional improvement, and bringing you back to your optimum physical health. At first, your treatment plan will consist of passive physical therapy, which is primarily focused on pain relief and recovery. This may include manual therapy, gentle therapeutic exercises, or any other combination of treatment services that your physical therapist deems for your treatment plan.
After your passive therapy, you will continue into active physical therapy treatments. These will include strengthening exercises that your physical therapist will guide you through, in addition to at-home treatments that you will do on your own. These will all help in making your recovery as quick and comfortable as possible, all while improving your joint function! If you believe you could benefit from our joint replacement therapy services, don’t hesitate to contact PTRC today. We will get you back to living life on your own terms as quickly as possible, without the daily worry of pain or limiting joints!
• 1 cup finely chopped red onion • 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper INGREDIENTS
• 1 pound salmon fillet • 1 tbsp hot pepper sauce • 1 large egg white • Cooking spray • 8 slices focaccia, toasted
To get started with physical therapy or Telehealth, visit www.PTRC-TX. com for more information, or call 512.353.4575 (San Marcos) or 512.847.9057 (Wimberley)!
INSTRUCTIONS Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine hot pepper sauce and egg white in a small bowl; add egg white mixture to salmon mixture, stirring well to combine. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium- high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add salmon patties, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Serve patties on toasted focaccia.
REMEMBER TO STAY ACTIVE INDOORS!
PRONE ALTERNATE LEG While lying face down and keeping your lower abdominals tight, slowly raise up a leg. Slowly lower and then raise the opposite side. Do not allow your spine tomove the entire time.
CURL UP Lie on back with one leg straight. The other leg is bent with the foot flat on the ground. Position your hands underneath your lower back. Tuck your chin and lift your shoulder blades off the ground slightly. Return to the start position in a controlled manner.
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