CoreSolutions: Relieve Arthritis With These Simple Tips

CoreSolutions: Relieve Arthritis With These Simple Tips

NEWSLETTER TELEREHABILITATION: SERVING PATIENTS IN THESE TROUBLING TIMES

What is telerehabilitation? You may be wondering what exactly telerehabilitation is. Essentially, it is a way for us to make sure that our patients are still receiving the highest possible quality of care they need from a remote location. Telerehabilitation services can be accessed via your smartphone or computer, and you will be able to perform your PT treatments from the comfort of your own home during this quarantine. You will also be able to track your progress and see how you are improving throughout your treatments – without coming directly to our clinic. At any point you can also message one of our physiotherapists to ask questions or get advice about your condition. That being said, there are numerous conditions that can still be treated and improved via telerehabilitation services, including, but not limited to: • Arthritis pain • Back pain • Headaches/migraines In addition to allowing for the practice of social distancing, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, telerehabilitation also has other benefits for patients.A few of these include: • Patients typically in clinical or hospital settings could be managed from their homes • Quicker screening, assessment, and referrals can improve care coordination within collaborative delivery models such as accountable care organizations or patient-centered medical homes • Telerehabilitation can facilitate consultation between providers or in clinical education • Post-surgical rehab • Respiratory issues • Sports medicine/athletic training • Injury rehab • And much more

Begin telerehabilitation services today. We understand that we are in the midst of stressful times, and that there will likely be more ahead. At Core Solutions Physiotherapy & Wellness, we want you to know that we are here for you. We genuinely care about the health of each and every one of our patients, which is why we believe telerehabilitation services are the best course of action for the time being. We want you to be able to continue your personalized physiotherapy plans, so you do not lose all the progress you’ve made. If any injury or discomfort occurs during our closure, we want you to be able to receive the care you need. To learn more about how you can set up our telerehabilitation services on your smartphone or computer, give us a call today. At the end of the day, we are all in this together – most importantly, stay calm, and stay healthy. We are here to help you with your needs.

NEWSLETTER RELIEVE YOUR ARTHRITIS PAIN WITH THESE SIMPLE STEPS INSIDE:

• 12 Simple Steps for Relieving Arthritic Pains at Home • Local Caledon East Businesses Still Open To Service Your Needs • Healthy Recipe

Did you know that arthritis is the leading cause of disability across the United States? According to the Arthritis Foundation, approximately 50million people live with arthritis. While it is possible for arthritis to develop in any joint, it most commonly affects the neck, back, hands, hips and knees. There are hundreds of different types of arthritis but the most common are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common, and it happens as a gradual “wear and tear” of cartilage surrounding the joints. This can occur from age or from excessive, repetitive use of the affected joint(s). When cartilage is worn down, it can no longer act as a strong cushion and shock absorber for the joints, resulting in bone-to-bone friction and painful inflammation. Rheumatoid arthritis is a bit different from osteoarthritis and it is not as well understood. It is the second most commonly experienced form of arthritis, and it develops as an autoimmune response. When someone has rheumatoid arthritis, their immune system sees the joints as a threat. Because of this, the immune system attacks the joints, resulting in pain and inflammation. While research is still being done in order to better understand rheumatoid arthritis, many experts believe that your hormones, medical history, and environment could all be contributing factors. Whatever may be causing your arthritis pain, Core Solutions Physiotherapy & Wellness can help you find relief. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and find out how our services can benefit you!

HowCan Physiotherapy RelieveMy Arthritis Pain? Arthritic joints typically lose their normal levels of function and strength, due to the chronic inflammation they are experiencing. However, one of the primary goals of physiotherapy is to regain as much function as possible in the affected area(s) of the body. By restoring normal joint movement and improving muscle strength, the amount of excessive pressure on the joint can be relieved. Reducing the pressure on the affected joint decreases inflammation and helps relieve pain by improving mobility. When you arrive for your initial consultation at Core Solutions Physiotherapy & Wellness, you’ll be greeted by one of our licensed and dedicated physiotherapists. Each of our team members are movement experts with years of medical training, equipped in helping patients relieve the stiffness, achiness, and pain associated with arthritis. Your physiotherapist will conduct a physical evaluation to analyze your joint movement, muscle strength, and overall function, in order to pinpoint the exact areas that are causing you pain. You will then be prescribed a personalized treatment plan, focused around your specific needs. Treatment plans will include targeted stretches and exercises aimed at relieving your pain and improving your function, in addition to any specializedmethods your physiotherapist deems fit. This may include manual therapy, ice and heat therapies, electrical stimulation, or ultrasound. Your physiotherapist may also include additional services as needed, such as weight management techniques to help ease some stress on your joints, and/or posture improvement to relieve stiffness and prevent injury.

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12 SIMPLE STEPS FOR RELIEVING ARTHRITIC PAINS AT HOME

Treatment plans for arthritis cases are aimed at relieving pain and decreasing the amount of inflammation, stiffness, and overall stress placed on the joint(s). However, there are also some steps you can take on your own to make sure your daily life is as pain-free as possible:

1. Stretch multiple times a day.

2. Alternate between weight bearing and non-weight bearing exercises.

3. Use tools that make it easier on your joints, such as large handled can openers and large grips on kitchen tools. 4. Carry grocery bags on your forearms, instead of straining the joints in your fingers. 5. Have commonly-used items within easy reach to avoid squatting, kneeling, or having to reach high overhead. 6. Get up and move often. Don’t sit for more than 30 minutes without getting up for a break.

11. Avoid fried foods, sodas, and other items that increase inflammation in your body. 12. Work with your physiotherapist to create a treatment plan and update it with a yearly check-up. If you are living with joint pain, call us today to learn more about our arthritis treatment programs. We recommend a yearly physiotherapy check-up to ensure you are performing at your best. Find relief for your arthritic pains today with Core Solutions Physiotherapy & Wellness!

7. Avoid prolonged kneeling.

8. Maintain proper posture when sitting and standing.

9. Drink plenty of water.

10. Eat nutritious foods.

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HEALTHY RECIPE

DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN-FREE

At Core Solutions Physiotherapy & Wellness, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health physiotherapists during focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to go to Core Solutions Physiotherapy & Wellness if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury 1. Call and talk to your physiotherapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program

RATATOUILLE DIP

INGREDIENTS • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes • 1 small eggplant, cubed • 1 small zucchini, cubed • 1 small yellow squash, cubed

• 1 small red bell pepper, chopped • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves

• ½ tsp garlic powder • ½ tsp ground pepper • ½ cup grated Parmesan • 8 oz pita chips

DIRECTIONS Stir together tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, and bell pepper in a 4-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on High for 1 hour. Stir in thyme, garlic powder, and ground pepper. Turn to Low and cook for 30 minutes more. Using a potato masher, crush the vegetable mixture to a chunky consistency. Stir in Parmesan. Stir occasionally while serving with pita chips.

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WE CAN HELP YOU: Be more productive at work. Prevent back and neck pain. Prevent further injury. Have more energy. Move better without pain.

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WHY ISWARMING UP BEFORE EXERCISE SO IMPORTANT?

The importance of proper warm-ups. Stretching and proper warm-ups before exercise are arguably most important in helping your body avoid injury. As an athlete, we understand that one of your primary goals is staying healthy so you can participate in your sport or exercise of choice. Our physiotherapists at Core Solutions Physiotherapy & Wellness can teach you warm up routines that utilize light weights, resistance bands, or targeted stretches to get your body ready for physical activity. Some light cardio can also be beneficial in your warm-up routine, as the goal is to have your muscles warm and loosened up. When this happens, your muscle cells become oxygenated and ready to work. A physiotherapist can guide and assist you in perfecting your warm-up routine, similar to a personal trainer. Maintaining proper form during your warm-ups is just as important as maintaining it during your main exercise, and is one of the main keys to avoiding injury. Your physiotherapist will analyze your form to make sure you’re doing everything correctly in order to maximize results during your workout and help you get the most out of it. Warming up can make all the difference for those who are aging and active. As we age, our bodies simply aren’t as limber as they used to be – putting us at risk for exercise-related injuries. Proper warm-ups are a great resource for those who still want to remain active but may be prone to injuries or at a higher risk of developing injuries. A physiotherapist can help you figure out where your problem areas are, so you can perform the correct warm-up routine for your needs. A routine that consists of a combination of exercises, stretches, and pain-relieving techniques that target areas where injuries are likely to occur is one of the best ways to avoid injury in the aging and active adult.

Additionally, your physiotherapist can also help you target poor techniques and correct them. They will focus more on the areas of your body that are repeatedly stressed and overused by your sport or exercise, thus determining your likelihood of injury and suggesting the best warm-up techniques for keeping you safe during physical activity. Additional benefits of warming up before exercise. While injury prevention is the main benefit, there are many ways that warming up helps your body. Some additional benefits include: • Reducing muscle tension. When your body isn’t warmed up, it becomes tense and tight. Tense and tight muscles have restricted blood flow and may not activate as effectively. Stretching and light exercises before a workout helps to alleviate this tension and help muscles expand and contract more efficiently. • Increasing range of motion in your joints. Joints that move better, work better! Warming up helps your joints move fluidly and throughout their full range of motion. This improves movement efficiency and function, which means better performance. • Improving circulation. In addition to improving muscle mechanics, the enhanced circulation that warm-ups bring can also accelerate the recovery of painful areas, reduce post-workout soreness, and increase your energy levels. • Helping with stress relief. There’s a strong link between physical tension and mental tension. By alleviating physical tension with a consistent warm-up routine, you can ease psychological stress, too. Plus, evidence shows that stretching and/or participating in light exercises before a workout improves your “psychological readiness” and helps you get your head in the game. Ready to get started? Contact us today! All in all, adopting a proper warm- up routine before participating in strenuous physical activity is a small-time investment for a long-term benefit. If you have any questions about how to warm up properly and how we can help, contact Core Solutions Physiotherapy & Wellness today.

SCHOMBERG LOCATION 50 Dr. Kay Drive, Unit A8 Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0

CALEDON EAST LOCATION 15955 Airport Road, Suite 101 Caledon, ON L7C 1H9

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WHO DO YOU KNOW THAT NEEDS OUR HELP? REFER A FRIEND TO CORE SOLUTIONS PHYSIOTHERAPY & WELLNESS

Do You Have Friends or Family Unable to Do The Following? 9 Move without pain 9 Bend and move freely 9 Balance confidently and securely 9 Sit for long periods comfortably 9 Walk for long distances 9 Live an active and healthy lifestyle

SCHOMBERG LOCATION 50 Dr. Kay Drive, Unit A8 Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0

CALEDON EAST LOCATION 15955 Airport Road, Suite 101 Caledon, ON L7C 1H9

P: (905) 939-9041 F: (905) 939-9638

P: (905) 584-6747 F: (905) 584-6787

www.coresolutionsphysiotherapy.com