AvenuesPT.Whats causing your shoulder pain

AvenuesPT.Whats causing your shoulder pain

Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

Did you know that your shoulders are your most flexible andmovable joints? Your shoulders have tomove through an incredible 180 degrees of motion, while still maintaining stability and strength. The shoulder joint acts like a ball in a very shallow socket that is part of the shoulder blade. Some of the most important muscles in the rotator cuff are actually the smallest. The rotator cuff is made up of 4muscles that are small, but vital to keeping the ball stable in the socket. When these muscles are weak or injured, the ball can jam up into the socket of the shoulder blade, causing inflammation and pain. Your shoulders are extremely complex, comprised of multiple muscles, tendons, and bones. They provide you with the mobility you need to perform many of your tasks throughout the day. If you have been living with shoulder pain, you can find natural relief with our physical therapy services. To learnmore about howwe can help you get back to your daily life, free of shoulder pain, S H R U G I T O F F ! WHAT’S CAUSING YOUR SHOULDER PAIN?

of cartilage that prevents the bones from rubbing together. Your shoulders can accomplish several physical feats due to their structure - however, this also means that they are susceptible to an increased risk of injury because of their complexity. If something becomes damaged in themake-up of the shoulders, pain and discomfort can develop. This pain may range froma dull ache to shooting pains, depending on the severity of the condition. (Continued Inside) D I D YOU KNOW? PT Can Help with Durable medical equipment (DME)! Avenues Physical Therapy can work with local vendors to help you with the acquisition of DME such as: wheelchairs, standing frames, gait devices, bath chairs, and more. For more information, call us today at 307-634-0298!

contact Avenues Physical Therapy today! UNDERSTANDING YOUR SHOULDER PAIN:

Your shoulder is a “ball-and-socket joint,” meaning that the humerus (head of the upper arm bone) fits perfectly in the corresponding space within the scapula (shoulder blade). Each end of the bone is protected by a thick layer

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you more vulnerable to recurrence after the first dislocation occurs. • Arthritis. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage in the shoulder joint experiences significant “wear and tear,” typically due to age or excessive overuse. Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the immune system sees the joints as a threat. The immune system attacks the membranes surrounding the shoulder joint, resulting in pain and inflammation. • Tendinitis. Tendinitis in the shoulder joint occurs when the joint is excessively overused. Symptoms include swelling and painful impingement when raising the affected arm. This typically happens due to the demands of a sport or labor-intensive job, which can cause the tendons to experience ongoing inflammation. • Frozen shoulder. Medically referred to as “adhesive capsulitis,” frozen shoulder can occur if you have been bedridden for an extended period of time or if your arm has been in a cast or sling for a while. When you don’t have opportunities to exercise the shoulder, the tissues can stiffen up on you, thus causing this painful condition to occur. FIND EFFECTIVE SHOULDER PAIN RELIEF TODAY: Two of the biggest goals of physical therapy are 1) to alleviate your pain and 2) to improve your function. Your physical therapist will work with you to make sure that both of these are achieved throughout your physical therapy sessions. Your physical therapist will design a treatment plan specifically for you, which will include targeted stretches and exercises. It may also include any additional methods or modalities that your physical therapist deems fit, including ice and heat therapies, manual therapy, cupping, ultrasound, aquatic therapy, or electrical nerve stimulation. There are a wide range of conditions that can be treated with the help of physical therapy. If you are living with shoulder pain, don’t let it limit your life any longer! See our insert to take our Shoulder Pain Audit— find natural, safe, and effective relief with Avenues Physical Therapy today!

If your pain is stemming from tendon impingement, it will generally occur as you lift your arm, fading before it is raised completely skyward. If your pain is a result of shoulder degeneration, it is likely that you will feel persistent aches every time you move your arm in certain directions. Pain from an acute injury can be sudden and intense, making it difficult for you to move your shoulder at all. Common conditions that may be causing your shoulder pain include: • Strains and sprains. A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is stretched too far or torn. A sprain occurs when a ligament is stretched too far or torn. Strains and sprains can result in an ongoing shoulder pain that may make it difficult to partake in exercise or even daily tasks. If the strain or sprain is minor, it can sometimes be iced at home and healed with rest. More severe strains and sprains will often require physical therapy treatments. • Torn cartillage. When a cartilage tears, you may experience a number of painful symptoms. You may experience decreased strength and a limited range of motion in the affected shoulder. You may also experience pain when moving your arm in certain ways. If you are suffering from a torn cartilage, physical therapy can provide relief. • Dislocation. Dislocation of the shoulder occurs when the head of the humerus popsout of place.This typeof injury isextremelypainful andunfortunatelymakes

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PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHTS

“I had a sciatic nerve problem in my left leg, weak lower back, and especially weak legs. I could not walk any distance and from anxiety of falling I would become short of breath. At that time, I even used my walker to pervent falls. After several weeks of therapy, stretching and traction at Avenues and with the help of Kelsey and Jeremy I am able to walk half a mile without my walker and I don’t get short of breath. Now I always ride my stationary bike 2 miles a day and do my therapy exercise. I can do my housework with much less pain and problems. They knew instantly what needed to be done and started my therapy. If you have a problem of pain, I recommend calling Avenues Physical Therapy and discuss the problemwith them to find a plan to resolve the situation. I also highly recommend massages from Donna as she does a wonderful job. This also really helped any soreness that I had bothering me. Thank you for helping me with my pain” —Dorene E. “From fears of falling to walking half a mile!”

“Not in constant pain and I’m doing well!” “Before I had therapy, I had a hard time with grabbing things, my arms would hurt. After physical therapy, my arms feel better and no more constant pain in them and I am doing well. I like the different staff; they all have been so helpful to me. With them I used the arm bike, weights, small balls, and the gripper. Everything they showed me has helped, I hope the pain does not come back as before and if it does the exercises that I have at home will help.” — Reiko Y.

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Raking leaves and gardening is one of the best things you can do for your body. First, it is a great way to get outside. Fall may be our last chance to get the vitamin D boost as the days get shorter. Gardening is also good for your heart health, all the raking, digging and weeding burns calories and helps strengthen your heart. The best thing about gardening is being able to harvest what you have worked all summer long for, fresh vegetables and fruit. We all know that fresh is better and what is better than fresh from your own backyard! (Kelsey expects to get 30 plus cups of pumpkin puree for soup, pancakes, bread, and some pie out of his harvest this year!)

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Avenues Physical Therapy SHOULDER PAIN AUDIT

Q: I woke up with shoulder pain 3 days ago and it hasn’t gone away. Can physical therapy help me? A: This is a common question, and one we hear from a lot of people. Before we answer this for you, we want to walk you through a set of simple questions. We call it the ‘shoulder pain audit.’ It will tell us if PT can help you or not.

Question 1: Where is your pain? The most common areas to experience pain are directly in front of your shoulder, directly on top of your shoulder, or in a more involved shoulder problem – like a rotator cuff injury – you might feel achiness on the side of your shoulder and down into the side of your arm a little. If the pain goes past your elbow, is above your shoulder and into your neck, or in the back into the shoulder blade, it is possible that something other than your shoulder is responsible for your pain.

Question 3: Yes or No — Do you have weakness in your shoulder? Weakness of the shoulder can be due to several different reasons.

Qu estion 4: Yes or No — Do you have difficulty reaching overhead or behind your back?

Now that the test is done, let’s take a look at this. A really simple rule we use in PT is: if the pain is reproducible, then it’s reducible . This means that if one of these movements made your shoulder pain, soreness or stiffness worse, then there’s a good chance we can help you in physical therapy. So here’s what to do next: if you are ready to get rid of that shoulder pain so that you can get back to your life pain-free, then complete this form and bring it with you to your FREE exam. At t he FREE exam you will receive: • A detailed plan that explains where your pain is coming from • What successful treatment looks like • The cost and time needed to heal

Question 2: Yes or No—Do you have numbness, tingling or burning? Numbness and tingling of the shoulder and down the arm may indicate another type of injury involving irritated or compressed nerves. The more we understand about your symptoms, the more accurately we will be able to find its source.

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611 West 18th Street Cheyenne, WY 82001 FREE SHOULDER EXAM CERTIFICATE Call 307-634-0298 today to schedule your free exam. This offer is limited to the first 15 callers. If you or someone you know needs help, don’t delay! This offer expires 11-30-2020. Patient Testimonial “My journey With Avenues Therapy Clinic started about four years ago when I was referred to them because I had pain in my left shoulder from doing the easiest of tasks, and I am Left handed. I had a hard time opening up jars, throwing baseballs, rolling my bowling ball, scratching my lower back with my left hand, and picking up my grandchildren. After three months of physical therapy, Kelsey Kean had me doing these tasks and items again so well that after my last physical therapy session, I threw my first 300 bowling game in league play. I would just like to thank the Whole Staff of Avenues Physical Therapy Clinic for everything you have done for me. Especially Thank you to Kelsey and Linda. for your help and down home caring.” — J.V.

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Try These Exercises To Strengthen Shoulder Muscles!

BILATERALHORIZONTALSHOULDERABDUCTION Stand with your back against the wall and your hands in front of your torso, holding a resistance band. Bring your arms to a “t” flat against the wall, then slowly return to the start position. Repeat 15 times.

FOUR POINT + ARM RAISE Start on hands and knees, hips and shoulders at 90°. Lift one arm out front. Bring it back down and then repeat on opposite side. Repeat 10 times on both arms.

SINGLE SHOULDER RAISE Start by standing with good posture and your arms by your side. Raise one shoulder to a 90 degree angle and hold for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times on each arm.

REVERSE FLY | SINGLE ARMWITH DUMBBELL Start with one knee on a bench, dumbbell in hand as shown. Bring weight out to the side, even with your shoulder. Return to the start position with control. Repeat for 8-10 reps on each arm.

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

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DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 425°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Peel and cut the beets into eighths. Add to baking sheet and toss with 2 tbsp oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread out in a single layer. Roast 30–35 min., until tender, stirring once halfway through. Meanwhile, trim the radishes and cut into quarters. Add to second baking sheet and toss with remaining 2 tbsp oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread out in a single layer. In same oven as beets, roast radishes 15–20 min., until tender, stirring once halfway through. On a large platter, combine the beets and radishes. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze. Top with the feta and dill. Source: https://www.savoryonline.com/recipes/183003/roasted-beets-and-radishes-with-dill-and-feta

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