Boulet: Relieving Arthritis Pain

Boulet: Relieving Arthritis Pain

The Boulet Physical Therapy & Wellness Institute’s N E W S L E T T E R

Patient Spotlight

See ya later, Sciatica! “I found the staff to be very knowledgeable & enthusiastic about their work. They were able to relieve me of the sciatic pain I was having. After a few sessions, they were able to identify that my back pain was not getting the relief that I needed and suggested seeing a doctor to get updates studies (MRI, etc.). My experience with this group couldn’t have been any better. The staff is cordial, genuinely interested in your recovery, and very good at what they do. I would highly recommend them.” -Clay S.

INSIDE:

• Take Your Next Step To Treating Arthritis Pain • You Can Relieve Arthritis Pain

• Exercise Essentials • Eating Healthy

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

IDecidedToDoSomething AboutMyHipPain! DoYouWant ToTakeTheNext StepToo?

There are many studies and patient success stories promoting the effectiveness of physical therapy for osteoarthritis. Our expert therapists are trained specifically in treating patients suffering from osteoarthritis and work to obtain optimal results. Study Shows How to Relieve OA Pain Inamedicalstudy,83patientswithosteoarthritiswereassigned to receive either hands-on physical therapy (treatment group) or a pill that actually didnothing tohelp theirpainwithout themknowing(placebogroup).Tests were done to measure how well the people were doing 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 1 year later. The results were very impressive with the patients who had hands-on physical therapy combined with gentle, specific exercises. Theyshowedsignificant improvements in theirpain,mobility andfunction. By 8 weeks, patients were able to walk further and faster with much less, or completely resolved pain. Their joint stiffness, aches and mobility had improved by 55% as compared to the group who had no treatment. At one year, patients in the treatment group still were doing great in terms of less pain and more mobility. Other benefits included less need for surgery with only 5% of patients in the treatment group having undergone surgery as compared to 20% with the placebo group. If you are suffering from osteoarthritis, our physical therapy treatments relieve your pain. Isn’t it time you did something about your pain and movement? Call us today to learn more about our ARTHRITIS PROGRAM so we can make a positive difference in your life. Annalsof InternalMedicine:February1,2000vol.132no.3173-181.GailD.Deyle,MPT;NancyE.Henderson, PhD,MPT;RobertL.Matekel,MPT;MichaelG.Ryder,MPT;MatthewB.Garber,MPT;andStephenC.Allison, PhD,MPT,ECS

Success Again!! “I experienced SI Joint problems for the second time. I came back to Boulet and they fixed it again. Great team here, very pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend them for all your PT needs.” -John L.

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6Essential TipsToHelpYourArthritisPain “What Can I Do To Gain Pain Relief Independently?”

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. 3. Footwear & insoles If arthritis affects your knee, special footwear and insolescan reduce pain and improve walking. 4. Knee braces Forosteoarthritiswithassociatedknee instability, a knee brace can reduce pain, improve stability and reduce the risk of falling. 5. Heat & cold Many people find the heat of a warm bath, heat pack or paraffin bath eases arthritis pain. Others find relief in cold packs. Still others prefer alternating the two. Learn more about what can work best for you by talking to our specialists.

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 becauseofstiff joints,musclesandother tissues. In addition, muscles become weak, therefore not supporting the arthritic joints. Our customized physical 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 & 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.

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 direktion. There is a lot that you can do to relieve the pain from arthritis and protect your joints for the long-term. Find out more about our ARTHRITIS PROGRAM by calling us today and discover how to relieve and reduce the pain of arthritis.

Exercise Essentials

KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH

Helps Loosen Tight Knees

While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Repeat 8 times on both sides.

Back to Super Mom Mode!! “My journey began with pain, weakness, and instability when doing activities as simple as walking. My days spent with this outstanding team has taken me to a pain free lifestyle once again. I am more stable and able to get back to the activities that I want and need to do personally and with my daughter. A huge thank you to this amazing team.” - Ariana P.

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Healthy Eating!

Study after study reinforces the delicious idea that eating chocolate, especially dark chocolate, is good for you (in moderation, of course). One reason is that cocoa, the main ingredient in chocolate, is packed with antioxidants called polyphenols. The higher the percentage of cocoa in a bar, the higher the concentration of polyphenols. Polyphenols will help fight inflamation in the body, in turn, helping relieve arthritis pain. This recipe, made with cocoa powder, will let you reap the health benefits of dark chocolate without its bitter taste or extra fat or sugar. You can reduce Inflammation by EATING HEALTHY!

Back to my Routine!! “For the last 15 years, I have been walking 30 min. a day for exercise—but lately I was unable to do it because my legs would start hurting. After PT, I am able to walk some at a slower pace and able to stand and do chores easier. I would love to take the whole gang home with me—what a joy that would be.” -Marian C.

CocoaBananaWalnut Bread

1/2 cup brown sugar

1.cupwhole-wheatpastryflour

3/4 cup plain, low-fat yogurt

3/4 cup cocoa powder

1/3 cup canola oil

1 tsp. baking soda

2 Tbs. molasses

1 tsp. cinnamon

2 ripe bananas, mashed

1/2 tsp. salt

Triathlete Triumph!! “I chose Boulet PT to help with some ankle discomfort and pain. I’m an active runner and Triathlete and I plan on continuing my active lifestyle for as long as possible (currently 52). Robbie and others helped me get rid of my discomfort in a few short weeks and I am back on my normal training regimen. Thanks for the help!” -Trevor C.

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1/2 tsp. allspice

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

2 large eggs

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan. In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and allspice. In a separate bowl, lightly beat eggs, then stir in sugar, yogurt, oil, molasses, bananas and vanilla. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix gently. Fold in walnuts and pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out almost clean. Let cool several minutes before unmolding.

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