Canyon: Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist Pain

Canyon: Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist Pain

Wellness Expert Newsletter

• Posture Determines Proper Movement • Exercise Essentials • Patient Results • 3 Natural Ways To Beat Spring Allergies

You try to get through the day, but that nagging pain in your shoulder, elbow or wrist just keeps your attention focused on it. It sure is hard to concentrate on work, your family and other activities you need to do! It is a common habit to focus on the body part that hurts. It is thought that because it hurts there, that is where the problem is coming from. However, this is often not the case as the cause of the problemstems fromanother area. The body part that is painful is usually the one that is excessively doing all the work, because other areas are not doing their job.

Why it hurts. The body is truly amazing and all the parts work together as a whole. However, when an area of your body becomes weak or stiff because of poor posture, stress or injury, other areas strain from the overwork. A common word that is used for this type of repetitive injury strain is called “tendonitis”. This is simply an inflammation of the tendons, which attach muscles to bones. The upper extremity works in 3 parts, the shoulder, elbow and wrist. They rely on each other to make the incredible movements of your arm so you can reach, grasp and do ordinary daily tasks we take for granted.

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“Are you causing your pain without realizing it?” POSTURE DETERMINES PROPER MOVEMENT

Proper movement relies on your posture to be in good order. When you slouch or do a repetitive task, like reaching across your desk, certain muscles can become too tight or strong while others become weak. This muscle imbalance leads to the area not working as well as it should. For example, you sit at a desk all day and you slouch your shoulders. Now, your shoulder doesn’t work as well, but you still move your mouse around with your arm, which causes your wrist and forearm muscles to overwork. As this happens over time, you start to notice aches and pains in your wrist and elbow. If this goes on too long, it becomes severe and you need to seek out medical help.

Solving the problem. Typically a brace may be put on the area, but that does not solve the cause of the problem. The real reason can be because your shoulder was stiff and weak from slouching. An expert physical therapist has the right medical training to spot where your posture is not optimum and how you are compensating. With the right evaluation and treatment from the experts at Canyon Sports Therapy, you can relieve your shoulder, elbow or wrist pain quickly and be back to doing what you like to do. Our home programs make it easy for you to maintain your gains and stay well for the long haul. Call us today to learn more how we can relieve your pain and get you back to enjoying your activities.

If you have arm pain, let us help you get back to doing the things you love. Call Today! (801) 944-1209

PATIENT RESULTS

Now I can see my improvement and strength! “I had suffered shoulder pain almost over a year which was preventing and stopping me from my normal activities. I was always getting depressed and being down. Since I started doing my physical therapy, I noticed that I had progressed with my pain. I am so thankful for Danny Hansen. He did a great and experimental job for me. Now I can see my improvement and strength, and I can do the normal activities I couldn’t do before. I am thanking God for this crew especially Danny. I appreciate all the Canyon Sports Therapy crew.” - A.E. Helped me reach my maximum potential! “I had a very neat experience. Everyone that helped me out was very kind. Brad was a nice man and helped me reach my maximum potential in my athletic needs.” -C.H.

OUR MISSION “To restore physical ability and bring out your inner athlete.”

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STOP HIDING FROM THE OUTDOORS! 5 Natural Ways To Beat Spring Allergies

1. Spend your time outdoors wisely. Jog in the evening instead of the morning when pollen counts are higher. Before heading outdoors, check your local pollen counts online, and on days when pollen counts are high, head to the gym instead. 2. Get natural relief. Some herbal remedies may help stave off allergy symptoms. More research is needed, but an extract from a shrub called butterbur shows promise. Biminne, a Chinese herbal formula with ingredients like ginkgo biloba and Chinese skullcap, may also help. One study found that people who took biminne five times a day for 12 weeks still felt the benefits a year later. 3. Keep pollen out of your home. Simple changes make a difference. Shut all windows to keep out pollen. Use an air conditioner to cool your home instead of a fan, which draws in air from outside. Take off your shoes at the door and ask guests to do the same to keep allergens outside. Also, bathe pets that go outside more frequently during allergy season. 4. Wear a mask for outdoor chores. Wearing a pollen mask while doing yard work or tending your garden can minimize your exposure to pollen particles. 5. Try a salt water rinse. A saline nasal rinse can help clear allergens from your nasal membranes and gargling with salt water can reduce throat irritation. Are your muscles strained or weak from to a lack of activity due to avoiding seasonal allergies? Call us today at 801-944-1209 to schedule an appointment with one of our physical therapists.

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing. Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to keep you moving...

WAND SHOULDER FLEXION Stretches Shoulders. Lying on your back and holding a wand, palm face down on both sides, slowly raise the wand towards overhead. Repeat 3 sets of 8 reps.

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Healthy Recipe: Chicken Tortilla Soup

INGREDIENTS: • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 small onion, diced • 2 tablespoons minced garlic • 2 jalapeños, finely diced

• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth • One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes • One 14.5-ounce can black beans, • 3 chicken breasts, boneless • 2 limes • Salt & black pepper • 1 cup chopped cilantro leaves • One 8-inch flour tortilla • 1 avocado • 1 cup shredded Monterrey cheese

DIRECTIONS: In a large saucepan heat the vegetable oil. Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes. Once the onions have softened add the garlic and jalapeños and cook for another minute. Pour the chicken broth, tomatoes and beans into the pot and bring to a boil. Once at a boil lower heat to simmer and add your chicken breasts. Cook the chicken for 20 to 25 minutes. Once chicken is cooked remove from pot. When cool enough to handle shred it and set it aside. Add lime juice and fresh cilantro to the pot. In a serving bowl add a mound of shredded chicken. Ladle soup over chicken and top with a lime wedge, grilled tortilla strips, avocado slices and cheese.