ChoicePT_Physical Therapy Can Help Frozen Shoulders

ChoicePT_Physical Therapy Can Help Frozen Shoulders

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INSIDE: WHAT YOU (K)NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR KNEE REPLACEMENT

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INSIDE: • This is How You Can Help Treat Your Frozen Shoulders • Patient Success Spotlight

• Team Members of the Month • Exercise Essentials

WHAT YOU (K)NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR KNEE REPLACEMENT

Were those tears?

Controlling swelling and pain levels is key. This can be accomplished through a number of treatment strategies but suffice it to say, if pain and swelling are left unaddressed EVERYTHING else becomes more challenging. The movement of the knee cap is critical to regaining full knee motion. The knee cap should be mobile. When you bend your knee, the cap should slide downwards and when you straighten your knee it should slide upwards. Limitations in either of these motions can cause issues down the line. Jump start your quadriceps . Quad control plays a very large role in knee stability and helps with activities such as: getting up from a chair, walking, standing on one leg to put your pants on, going up/down stairs, and the list goes on. Like any good rehab program, charting an individualized approach is extremely important as no two people (and no two knees) are exactly the same. If you or someone you know has questions about knee replacement surgery and pre or post surgical care please don’t hesitate to give us a call and one of our Doctor’s of Physical Therapy will be more than happy to answer any questions that we can. Knowledge can be very powerful and developing an individualized plan with your healthcare team can make all the difference in successfully navigating the road to full recovery.

They could have been beads of sweat originating from the corner of his eye...?

Either way I stopped pushing.

It was the summer of 2006, I was in the final few weeks of my first clinical rotation. Jim had his knee replaced about 4 weeks ago now and it had been a couple weeks since we started working together. Like many PT students that initially lack experience, I followed the lead of the clinicians I worked with to begin to form my treatment approach. For Jim and his knee, that involved him lying on his stomach while I put most of my effort into bending his heel towards his back pocket.

Not comfortable, to say the least.

Roughly 30 million people suffer from osteoarthritis and it has been projected that by the year 2040 that number may reach 78 million. The very first knee replacement surgery was performed in 1968 and currently, about 600,000 knee replacement surgeries are performed yearly. Luckily, treatment approaches have progressed quite a bit in my 12+ years as a PT. By focusing our efforts on the following key areas, the rehab following knee replacement (although not always rainbows and sunshine) is significantly more comfortable and effective in 2021 than it was when I started practicing. Early movement is crucial following your replacement. By moving early and often you give yourself the best chance to avoid excessive scar tissue build up.

Cheers to moving well and living life! Joe

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THIS IS HOW YOU CAN HELP TREAT YOUR FROZEN SHOULDERS

Frozen shoulder, or “adhesive capsulitis” is a condition caused by inactivity that occurs after injury or alongside another shoulder problem. When scar tissue forms after a period of physical inactivity, the shoulder can become stiff or inflamed. Most people struggling with frozen shoulders complain of pain and/ or discomfort when moving or using the affected joint, or even a total loss of movement in that shoulder. Exactly what causes frozen shoulder remains somewhat of a mystery condition to many doctors and physical therapists, but a few possible causes are as follows:

He or she will teach you how to relieve pain with stretching techniques and strengthening exercises, some of which you will be able to perform at home. At the moment, there isn’t very much we can do to prevent the development of frozen shoulder, however, the sooner you contact our office for an evaluation, the quicker we can address your pain symptoms and create your treatment plan!

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If you have been experiencing recurrent or chronic shoulder pain, it is important to consult with a physical therapist as soon as possible to find out if your problem is a frozen shoulder. Physical therapy is a safe and natural treatment option that can successfully help patients of all ages recover from their shoulder injuries. There’s no reason you need to risk the harmful effects of over-the-counter medication or spend a ton of money on an expensive surgery to gain relief from shoulder pain. Call us today to learn more about the benefits of physical therapy for shoulder pain, and begin your journey toward living a pain-free life! https://www.choosept.com/symptomsconditionsdetail/physical-therapy-guide-to- frozen-shoulder-adhesive-capsulitis

• Results from a surgery or injury

• Underlying conditions such as bursitis, tendonitis, arthritis, a rotator cuff tear, or any other condition causing a person to cease shoulder movement

• Immobilization of the arm, such as in a sling, after surgery or fracture

Overall, having a limited range of motion can cause you to develop a frozen shoulder. Frozen shoulders can also be the result of remaining bedridden, unable to get up and move around for a long time. Most physical therapists recommend that patients with frozen shoulders rest often in between physical therapy appointments to avoid developing scar tissue in the shoulder. On the chance that scar tissue does develop, the muscles surrounding the shoulder may eventually freeze up as well.

What kind of physical therapy treatment will help?

Physical therapy for frozen shoulders focuses primarily on pain relief, using manual therapy, modalities, exercises, and at-home treatments. Your physical therapist’s ultimate goal is to restore mobility and range of motion to the affected shoulder.

EXERCISE ESSENT IALS

HEEL SLIDES Lie down on the floor or the bed with your leg flat. Slowly begin to slide your heel toward your buttocks, keeping your heel on the floor or bed. Your knee will begin to bend. Continue to slide your heel and bend your knee until it becomes a little uncomfortable and you can feel a small amount of pressure inside your knee. Hold this position for about 6 seconds. Slide your heel back down until your leg is straight on the floor or bed. myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/Pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=abj6473&lang=en-ca HELPS WITH KNEE MOBILITY

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CHOICE PHYSICAL THERAPY TEAM NEWS

FREE CONSULT WEEK BOTH CLINICS! DEC. 13 TH - 17 TH , 2021

CHOICE PHYSICAL THERAPY TEAM MEMBERS OF THE MONTH!

ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR SHOULDER PAIN REL I EF? If so, call the clinic that is most convenient for you to reserve a spot with one of our PT’s!

Kendra Leonardo, Pat ient Care Coordinator Dr. Dominic Zotta, PT, DPT

Congratulations to Kendra and Dr. Dominic! Thank you for the continuous support of your team and our patients. We appreciate you!

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