Anders And Associates PT: Low Back, Hip & Knee Arthritis

Anders And Associates PT: Low Back, Hip & Knee Arthritis

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THE NEXT STEP TO TREATING YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN

If you’re constantly facing lower back, hip and knee pain you might be feeling arthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control, roughly 54.4 million North American adults are diagnosed with some form of arthritis per year.

I N S I D E THE NEXT STEP TO TREATING YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN 6 WAYS TO HELP YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT

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THE NEXT STEP TO TREATING YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN (Continued from outside) As we age, our joints wear down. Are yours? If they are, don’t worry. It’s possible to alleviate the symptoms. It’s even possible to eliminate them entirely. If you have regular aches and pains, keep reading. We have a solution. 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, asserts the Arthritis Foundation. People of all ages, races and sex can get it. It’s also the leading cause of ongoing disability in America. 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 injuries. These injuries degenerate bones, joints and cartilage, resulting in the pain. Arthritis can also be caused by: • 6 Ways To Help Your Arthritis Pain • Exercise Essentials INSIDE:

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Simply walking can cause arthritis pain in the lower back, hip and knee. Our legs wear down as they’re used. Sometimes, old age is simply the culprit as use wears away at our joints and bone tissue. This type of arthritis, called degenerative arthritis— or osteoarthritis—is the most common kind of arthritis. When the leg’s cartilage—or its slick, cushioned surface—is worn away, bone rubs against bone. This pain, stiffness and swelling requires professional osteoarthritis treatment. Arthritis & Physical Therapy Regardless of the cause of arthritis, physical therapy serves a purpose in most cases. Often, severe arthritis may require medication, hot and cold therapy or even surgery. While maintaining a healthy weight, exercise and a good diet help, medical intervention may eventually be needed. During physical therapy treatment is focused on restoring normal joint mobility as well as strength and flexibility of the surrounding muscles. These exercise will attempt to reduce pressure on the arthritic joint. If a patient has undergone surgery, post-op physical therapy can help them reclaim their mobility—as well as their lifestyle. If you or a loved one suffers from arthritis, you still have options. Call TODAY to schedule an evaluation with Anders And Associates Physical Therapy.

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3. Footwear and insoles. If arthritis affects your knee, foot or ankle, special footwear and insoles can reduce pain and improve walking. At Anders & Associates Physical Therapy we provide evaluation and fabrication of custom foot orthotics on site. 4. Knee braces. For specific types of knee arthritis, an unloading brace may help reduce pain and improve knee joint stability. 5. Heat and cold. Many people find the heat of a warm bath or heat pad eases arthritis pain. Others find relief in cold packs. Still others prefer alternating the two. 6. Exercise. Exercise has been proven to help reduce arthritis pain while increasing strength and function. Knowing the right kind of exercises to do, is the key. Talking with our physical therapists will point you in the right direction! Discover how we can help eliminate your neck pain and headaches allowing you to live a happy, active and pain-free life. Call today for more details!

When it comes to treating arthritis, you may have more options than you realize. There is a lot you can do to reduce your aches and pains from arthritis, while gaining more mobility and function. People often experience pain from arthritis because of stiff joints, muscles and other tissues. In addition, muscles become weak, therefore not supporting the arthritic joints. Our customized therapy treatments promote muscle strength, improve range of motion, increase mobility and ease pain. In addition, coupling your treatments with the following can also help you live life to the fullest and get you back to doing the things you love: 1. Education and self-management. When your treatment is over, our experts will have equipped you with the knowledge and exercises you need to continue your progress on your own. 2. Weight loss. Maintaining your recommended weight—or losing weight if you are overweight—can lessen your pain by reducing stress on your affected joints. Weight loss specifically helps ease pressure on weight-bearing joints such as the hips and knees.

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While on your back as shown below, keep your knee straight and lift your leg up while leaving the other foot flat on the surface with knee bent. Hold for 5 seconds and repeat 20 times.

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.

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“Anders and Associates has been a lifesaver. After my hip replacement I asked to go there. Joe does one on one treatment. He’s been great giving me tips on how to recover faster. He challenges me with therapy and answers all of my questions in a way I can understand. I always leave there feeling accomplished.” - N.S. “He challenges me with therapy and answers all of my questions in a way I can understand.” PAT I E N T S U C C E S S S P OT L I GH T 3 8 1 6 3 4 4 7 5 3 6 7 5 9 6 2 7 9 7 5 8 4 2 6 7 1 4 6 http://1sudoku.com n° 318548 - LevelHard

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Learn how to make lifestyle changes and safely incorporate physical activities into your daily routine, with the help of a healthcare professional. This is a great opportunity to get started on the road to fitness and healthy living, leading to a more fulfilling lifestyle. ABOUT US Anders & Associates is a family owned clinic that is conveniently located off the 215, at the corner of Aliante Parkway & Deer Springs Way. Here, we focus on improving patients’ quality of life, from wellness programs to chronic pain, and post surgical therapy. We focus on treating the patient, not just the diagnosis. 7 2 4 3 1 6 4 5 3 2 9 6 5 7 3 2 1 5 8 9 8 3 4 8 1 3 5 6 1 4 1 8 n° 315994 2 3 1

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WHO DO YOU KNOW THAT NEEDS OUR HELP? If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Anders & Associates Physical Therapy today. They’ll be glad you did! Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an appointment today.

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