Elite PT_Tendonitis and Sports Injuries

Elite PT_Tendonitis and Sports Injuries

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Do you experience painwith normal everyday tasks like takingmilk out of the fridge, lifting something overhead, bending, or simplywalking a distance? Having painwithmovement, especially if it goes on for more than a few days, may be indicative of tendonitis. The tendons arewhat connect your muscles to the bones. Under normal circumstances, your tendons can handle a lot of work and force, but when they are over-worked, they become inflamed, causing you pain. Tendonitis can occur practically anywhere in the body, but is most common in the hips, knees, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. The reason for this is quite simple: poor posture over a period of time. If you are at a computer or sitting for a good part of the day, your shoulders tend to slouch forward and your back muscles weaken. How’s Your Posture? Poor posture weakens your back muscles, affecting your ability to do normal everyday tasks. Theweakenedmuscles and poor posture place abnormal strain on the shoulders, elbows, knees, and hip tendons. Therefore, depending on where the greatest strain is placed, you will most likely experience tendonitis. TENDONITIS & SPORTS

Tendonitis can be short-lived, but can also become chronic in nature and last for a long time. Chronic tendonitis actually disintegrates the quality of your tendons over time and can lead to tearing. Most people experience tendonitis on a gradual basis. At first it may be soreness, but if the irritation continues, it can become excruciating pain, affecting your ability to do many simple activities. Tendonitis can also come from injuries that strain the tendons. This can be from a direct blow like a fall or an overstretching injury in a sports activity. Treatment Tendonitis is very treatable with the right kind of Physical Therapy. Our specialists helped thousands of people with tendonitis get back to doing the things they love. Whether your problem is new or old, having a good understanding of the mechanics of your body and identifying the source of the problem leads to a quick recovery. Call today to learn more how our speciality programs can quickly relieve your pain and get you back to the activities you love! TENDONITIS & SPORTS

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Exercise Essential Try this simple exercise to help you feel better! If you experience any pain or difficulty with this exercise, call an Elite Physical Therapist to help you.

Loosens Stiff Legs

BUTTERFLY STRETCH While in a sitting position, bend your knees and place the bottom of your feet together. Next, slowly let your knees lower towards the floor until a stretch is felt at your inner thighs.

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The above exercise is designed to be performed under the instruction of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Has Your PainReturned? 1. Feel free to call us and ask to speak to your Elite Physical Therapist.

2. Your Elite Physical Therapist can discuss with you why your pain is bothering you again and what you might do about it at home.

3. If further assessment is warranted, your Elite Therapist might recommend that you come in for an appointment, and call your Doctor to ask for a prescription order for Physical Therapy. CALL TODAY 401-737-4581