Eastern Shore: Sports Injuries & Post Surgical Rehab

Eastern Shore: Sports Injuries & Post Surgical Rehab

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

Let Us Help Heal Your Aches and Pains DEEP TISSUE LASER THERAPY

DEEP TISSUE LASER THERAPY

ASK ABOUT LASER THERAPY TODAY DRUG FREE | NON-INVASIVE | PAIN RELIEF

Eastern Shore Physical Therapy is now offering laser therapy to heal your aches and pains! Laser therapy works to replenish cells, repair tissue and reduce pain and inflammation. Not only does laser therapy accelerate healing in damaged tissues, it relaxes muscles, and stimulates nerve regeneration allowing you to be pain-free, faster. This drug-free, surgery-free, pain-free modality quickly relieves pain associated with:

Recently just used laser on the TMJ ( jaw) of a patient and since treatment the patient no longer has pain and is able to eat normal foods again”. Her quality of like improved immensely. Call our office if you wish to try the deep tissue laser therapy.

• Neck Pain • Neuropathy • Headaches • TMJ • Back Pain

• Disc Injuries • Shoulder Pain • Migraines • Plantar Fasciitis

Contact us for an evaluation to see if this will help you. 410-641-2900 www.easternshorept.com

• Carpal Tunnel • Sports Injuries • Soft Tissue Damage • More...

• Sciatica • Arthritis • Bursitis

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

Feel Like A Champion After Treatment! AVOID SURGERY AFTER A SPORTS INJURY

INSIDE:

• Don’t Let Pain Sideline You • Healthy Recipe • Exercise Essential • Patient Success Spotlight

ATTENTION: DO YOU SUFFER

WITH POOR BALANCE?

SEPTEMBER 8TH 10AM FREE BALANCE WORKSHOP

back or neck strain is a very common injury treated in physical therapy. KNEE INJURIES: According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the knee is the most commonly injured joint.Orthopedicsurgeonsseemore than5.5millionpeopleannually forknee injuries,which can include runner’s knee (pain or tenderness close to the knee cap at the front side of the knee), tendonitis and iliotibial band syndrome (pain on the outer side of the knee). Severe knee injuries often include bone bruises or damage to the cartilage or ligaments. SHIN SPLINTS: Shin splints occur when there is a pain along the largebone in the frontof the lower leg,known as the tibia or shin bone. Shin splints most commonly occur in runners, especially those who are just starting arunningprogram.This isusuallydue topooralignment of the body, or weakness in the leg muscles. The team at Eastern Shore Physical Therapy can treat many orthopedic and repetitive motion injuries without the need for invasive surgeries or medications. In fact, most doctors have their patients try physical therapy first before recommending any other procedures. Find out how you can relieve your aches and pain for good withourprograms.Callustodayformore information!

MARTIN WEINSTEIN PT, MPT, COMT

KATHLEEN WEINSTEIN PT, DPT

Discussing Sports Injuries with Martin Weinstein PT, MPT, COMT and Kathleen Weinstein PT, DPT.

Dear Valued Client,

SPRAINS: A sprain occurs when the connective tissue that joins the end of the bone with another is stretched or torn.Those connective tissues are known as ligaments. Sprains are caused by trauma such as a fall or blow to the body that knocks a joint out of position. Ankles, knees and wrists are most vulnerable to sprains. However, back, neck and shoulder sprains are very common too. STRAINS: A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is pulled, torn or twisted. Strains are non-contact injuries, such as those that occur from overstretching. A common example of a strain is a muscle spasm. A

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DON’T LET PAIN SIDELINE YOU

There is nothing more exciting than taking on a new challenge, sport or activity. For most of us, the thrill of accomplishing a physical goal is what we live for. However, are you prepared for it? The term “weekend warrior” means a person who doesn’t really train for what they are doing; they just go out and do it on the weekend. How do most injuries occur? Most sports injuries occur from ill-prepared individuals who just jump into the activity without first increasing their strength, endurance and flexibility. Your muscles, tendons, ligaments and other tissues need to be warmed up to work properly.They take enormous strain during running and sports activities. Therefore, if they are not in top condition, they are more prone to injury. Injuries increase as you age. If you think back to when you were in your late teens, you could go into a full sprint no problem, take a flying leap and do a whole lot without the slightest thought about it. As you get older, your tissues become less elastic and in fact a little “drier”. When your muscle, tendon and ligament tissues have enough water, they are supple and stretchy, allowing you to do a lot of activities. Keep yourself hydrated and stretch often to maintain elasticity in your muscles. Before and after. Knowing the right exercises to prepare for fitness activities is key. Our physical therapy experts have years of experience rehabilitating people after injuries and returning them pain-free to the activities they enjoy. What some people might not know is that physical therapists put specific exercise plans together based on your needs to prevent injury. If you do start to experience pain with activities, Eastern Shore Physical Therapy can get you back to enjoying your activities pain-

free. Call today to learn more how our programs can help you feel great! Preparing your body. It is important to do sports activities, fitness and a host of other physical activities to keep you healthy and happy. With a little bit of preparation, you can easily do these activities and decrease

your risk for injury. • Do stretch often • Do strength training

• Do coordination training • Do endurance training Contact us today to schedule an appointment at 410-641-2900!

Eating Right Never Tasted So Good!

Zucchini Linguine

INGREDIENTS • 1 lb tomatoes, finely chopped • 1 tablespoon chopped basil • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 1 small red chile, seeded & minced • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil • 12 ounces linguine • 3 baby zucchini, thinly sliced • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

DIRECTIONS In a large bowl, toss the tomatoes with the basil, parsley, garlic, salt, chile and olive oil. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the linguine; drain well. Add the linguine to the bowl along with the sliced zucchini and toss. Add the 1/4 cup of grated cheese, toss again and serve in bowls, passing more cheese at the table.

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DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN FREE

Patient Success Spotlight

At Eastern Shore Physical Therapy, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to get Eastern Shore Physical Therapy 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 therapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program

“My first experience with Eastern Shore Physical Therapy PT was talking with Martin through Facebook. I was always impressed how helpful and responsive Martin was, he told me about the Lower Back/Sciatica Workshop so I decided to take a chance...despite my hesitation. My first thoughts were “why bother” due to failed therapy and no progress in the past. As a result of the Workshop, I decided to move forward with therapy and on April 12th. I realized immediately that thiswasacompletelydifferentexperience fromanyotherPTencounter.The treatment was significantly helping my pain, and the staff was so professional and patient with me. Martin introduced me to the laser treatment and I’ve been watching my pain disappear. Overall, this experience has changed my life for the better, and it is all thanks to Eastern Shore PTand their staff.” - Deborah C. This experience has changed my life!

Take Care of Your Aches and Pains Before It’s Too Late.

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Relieve Hip Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing hip pain.

SEPTEMBER 8TH • 10AM

Strengthens Hip Muscles

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PRONE HIP EXTENSION While lying face down with your knee straight, slowly raise up leg off the ground. Repeat 5 times.

By request, we’re hosting a Balance Workshop at Eastern Shore Physical Therapy

If you’re confused about what to do and looking for answers, here’s some of what you’ll learn: Saturday, September 8th at 10AM

• How a problem in your spine can cause poor balance… • What successful treatment and permanent relief looks like without the side effects of medications, injections or surgery.

Call To Reserve Your Spot! 410.641.2900 Treatment for the Cause of Your Poor Balance (and save you a ton of time & money). • The Single Biggest #1 Mistake patients with poor balance make which actually stops them from improvement in relief… • A Sure-Fire Way to Pick the Right

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