Breckenridge: Tendinitis & Sports

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How To Properly Deal

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• How To Properly Deal With Your Tendinitis • How Can I Find Relief For My Tendinitis Pain? • Physical Therapy for Heart-Healthy Patients • Patient Success Spotlight • Exercise Essentials

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How To Properly Deal With Your Tendinitis

Did you know that athletes are naturally at an increased risk of sustaining an injury? This is not a result of any particular health issue that athletes have in common; rather, it is because athletes experience overexertion more often than non-athletes. The more frequently you push yourself to engage in physical activity, try new skills, or reach a new goal, the higher your risk of sustaining an injury becomes. While many athletes can go through their entire sporting career without experiencing any serious injuries, it only takes one bad day of fatigue, distraction, or physical barriers to cause an accidental injury. Additionally, many athletes try to push through pain, which often leads to injuries becoming more severe. Because of this, it is especially important for athletes to work with a physical therapist. A physical therapist can help identify potential issues with posture or form that may increase your risk for injury. By doing this, you’ll know exactly how to improve your technique so you can decrease your risk of sustaining an injury. Furthermore, a physical therapist can also help identify any injuries as they develop and determine the best treatment options for you, so you can get back to your sport as quickly as possible. SO, WHAT IS TENDINITIS? Tendinitis is known as an “overuse injury,” because it develops over time. Because of this, it is a common condition that

dedicated athletes experience. For example, let’s say you are a tennis player – in addition to running and jumping, a skilled tennis player will also spend hours every week swinging their racket and conditioning for their sport. This can result in abnormal wear and tear on the shoulders, elbows, and wrists, which could cause tendinitis to develop. Every bone in the body is connected with muscular fibers called tendons. The tendons are flexible, allowing the body to move freely by letting bones stretch apart or move in one direction or another. Tendinitis occurs when the tendons become inflamed, which can result in swelling and pain, especially with movement of the affected area. Typically, when pain is caused as a result of tendinitis, the pain is isolated at the noted areas of the body. This means that 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 frequently referred to as “runner’s ankles” or “runner’s heels.” Are you an athlete looking to make the most of your sport? Are you looking for ways to decrease your risk of getting injured? Are you in need of relief from a recently sustained injury? Whatever the case may be, Breckenridge Physical Therapy can help. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.

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How Can I Find Relief For My Tendinitis Pain?

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When tendinitis first develops, a good rule of thumb is to practice the R.I.C.E method – rest, ice, compression, elevation. It is also important to take a few days off from your training or practice, in order to allow the affected area to heal. When necessary (with tendinitis of the knee or ankle), you can also utilize crutches as a way to keep the bulk of your weight off of the affected area. However, the most important part of making sure your tendinitis heals quickly and effectively is working with a physical therapist. Your physical therapist can help you identify the best methods of treatment for your specific needs and design an individualized treatment plan accordingly.

Your physical therapist can also help you identify the best range of motion and strength-building activities to reduce your likelihood of worsening your tendinitis or developing it again in the future. For more information about preventing or treating pain from tendinitis, don’t hesitate to contact Breckenridge Physical Therapy today! We’ll help you get back in the game as quickly as possible.

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Patient Success Spotlight

Physical Therapy for Heart- Healthy Patients

“Everyone at Breck PT is super nice and concerned about my care and improvement. I HIGHLY recommend them.Justin did such a great job rehabbing my shoulder after major reconstruction that the surgeon said my range of motion was “astounding” and my strength was “excellent” at my 6-month followup. After such great results with my shoulder, I asked Justin if he could help with my back, which I broke 30 years ago, before physical therapy was a “normal” part of recovery. After just two sessions, I had my first pain-free day in 16 months (it was an incredible feeling). As my range of motion increases and strength improves, my pain continues to decrease. If it had taken me a year to get to this point, I would have been happy. Instead, I’ve improved this much in less than 2 months--I’m ecstatic! Justin’s explanations are clear and easy to understand, his plan makes sense, and he’s adaptable to changing needs and conditions. In the interests of full disclosure, I’ve consistently done the stretching and exercises he advised. It’s definitely a joint effort, but the quality of life and ability to ski pain-free are SO worth it. I’m so grateful for his knowledge and help.” - E.G. Want results like this? Call Breckenridge Physical Therapy at 970.485.3421 to schedule your appointment today! “AFTER JUST TWO SESSIONS, I HAD MY FIRST PAIN-FREE DAY IN 16 MONTHS...”

It comes as no surprise that some of the most common cardiovascular diseases include coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, cardiomyopathy, myocardial infarction, hypertension, and heart failure. Additional conditions, such as diabetes or congenital heart disease, can cause these to develop or progress. Heart health is tremendously important, and at Breckenridge PT, we want to help your patients live the healthiest life they can. How does cardiac rehabilitation work? Cardiac rehabilitation is a form of physical therapy that is focused around the improvement of heart health and general wellness. According to the American Heart Association, “Cardiac rehab is a medically supervised program designed to improve your cardiovascular health if you have experienced heart attack, heart failure, angioplasty, or heart surgery.” This rehabilitation program focuses on exercises that get the patient’s heart pumping, engaging the entire cardiovascular system. Physical therapists will train patients on the best ways they can move their bodies in order to promote heart health. In addition to physical exercises, patients will be provided with education on heart-healthy living, as well as stress counseling if needed. Physical therapists will discuss risk factors with their patients, such as smoking, drinking, obesity, or poor nutrition choices. Once their risk factors are determined, we will come up with a plan to reduce or eliminate risks.

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Exercise Essentials Helps With Arm Pain

SHOULDER EXTENSION (HELPS RELIEVE TENDINITIS) Lean forward, supporting yourself with your am (as shown) or against a chair or counter and hold a free weight at your side. Keeping your elbow straight and shoulders relaxed, raise your arm up behind your body. SLOWLY lower arm, “fighting” the resistance. Repeat 6-10 times on the affected arm(s).

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Here at Breckenridge PT, safety is our #1 priority! We stay safe by wearing masks, offering telehealth visits, and performing extra cleanings. We also politely ask that all of our patients wear masks upon arrival for any in-person appointments, as well as maintaining appropriate distance from others. If you have been actively ill with a fever, persistent cough, or acute shortness of breath in the past 48 hours, please do not attend physical therapy. We will happily work with you to reschedule or you may take advantage of our telehealth options. Thank you!

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