Finding The Source To Your Hip, Knee & Pain

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“I Can’t Seem To Finish My Morning Run Without Pain.” FINDING THE SOURCE TO YOUR HIP, KNEE & LEG PAIN

Do you suffer from knee, hip or leg pain? You are not alone. CDC studies show that 30% of adults have reported some form of knee, hip or ankle joint stiffness or pain in a 30 day period. The hip and knee joints are incredible marvels of the human body. At times they have to withstand up to 6 times your body weight in force. The knee joint is the second most complicated joint in the body and has to move in many directions including forward, backward, side to side and rotation. These different movements are called accessory motions and are needed for normal walking, running and bending. When you experience pain in the side of the hip, groin, thigh or knee, you may have difficulty with these accessory motions. Prolonged sitting, injuries, arthritis and disease can affect accessory motions. With every day use, tissues around the hip and knee joints tighten, leading to a gradual loss of motion. This causes a lot of pressure to build up on specific parts of the joints. When Your Motion is Lost Whenyou lose themovementof thehip,kneeorankle joints,yourmuscles have to take on the abnormal strain. This leads to common aches and painsexperiencedbymillionsofpeople.Manypeople feel thatmedication will help solve their hip, knee or leg pain. While medication can help to decrease inflammation and pain, it cannot address the root cause of the problem. Most pain in the hip, thigh, knee or leg comes from poor flexibility, strength or coordination. Treating Leg Pain To determine the source of your leg pain our physical therapists examine your walking, squatting, joint movement, comparing the strength and mobility of the joints. A comprehensive treatment plan, including special hands on techniques, is made to achieve the fastest relief and the longest lasting results. If you are suffering with hip, knee or leg pain, call us today to learn more how we can eliminate your pain and put a spring back in your step!

“ More than 95% of hip fractures are c aused by falling, usually by falling sideways. Simple, guided exercises can help prevent falls!” - cdc.gov

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“WHAT’S CAUSING MY JOINT PAIN? ” Your Pain Could Be Caused By Arthritis

Relieving Joint Pain Exercising is important to help reduce joint pain and stiffness. Light to moderate-intensity physicalactivitycanactuallypreventadecline in function, even restoring health. However, some peoplewitharthritismaybe reluctant toexercise because of joint pain after activity. You can take various steps to relieve pain, such asheatandcoldtherapy,orpainrelievers,making it easier for you to exercise and stay active. In addition tophysical therapy,choosenon–impact exercises such as bicycling, swimming or water exercise.Furthermore, researchshows thateven modest weight loss combined with exercise is more effective in decreasing pain and restoring function than either weight loss or exercise alone. If you are suffering with arthritis pain, call us today and discover how we can relieve your pain, returning you to a more active, pain-free lifestyle!

BEGINNER BIKING FORWEIGHT LOSS Physical therapy is an important part of the ongoing treatment forarthritis.Physical therapy strengthens, stretches and stabilizes muscles surrounding affected joints providing needed support. Millions of Americans suffer through arthritis pain every day, taking Ibuprofen and stronger medication to numb the pain and address the ongoing inflammation. The definition of arthritis is joint inflammation, however the term has acquired a wider meaning. Arthritis is now used as a generic term for osteoarthritis and other conditionsthataffect joints.Thepattern,severity and location of arthritis symptoms can vary depending on the specific form of the disease. Typically, arthritic conditions are characterized by pain and stiffness in and around one or more joints. The symptoms can develop gradually or suddenly. Certain rheumatic conditions can also involve the immune system and various internal organs of the body.

If you are experiencing these symptoms call Performance Therapy Institute today

• Inability to stand or sit comfortably for long periods of time

• Difficulty getting in and out of bed

• Inability to walk for at least 20 minutes

• Joint pain and/or stiffness

• Unable to enjoy leisure activities

• Difficulty getting up and down from the floor

• Limited ability to exercise

Relieve Knee Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing knee pain.

Aerobic exercise, such as riding a bike, increases your heart and breathing rates and burns calories, which will help you to lose weight. Each 3,500 calories you burn means 1 pound of weight loss. Your body uses calories to perform its daily tasks, but if you want to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you consume. Biking, even for short periods of time, will use calories and increase your weight loss chances. The faster you go, the more calories you will burn. Aim to ride 30 to 60 minutes for five to seven days a week. Starting to ride a bike with gears over varying terrain can seem like a daunting task. Get to know your gears and shifting often. Unless you live in an area that is extremely flat, you will need to shift up or down frequently during your ride. Downshifting takes you to an easier gear, allowing you to pedal uphill more easily or give your legs a break. Shifting up into a higher gear will give you more power, which you will need to move faster. Focus on your pedaling technique as well; you should push down on the pedal as well as pull up, making your motion fluid and energy-efficient. Once you feel comfortable, you can buy clipless pedals that keep your foot attached to the pedal, increasing your pedal efficiency. Yeager also advises starting slowly and not being hard on yourself. Your endurance and strength will improve with time.

KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Hold for 30 seconds. Alternate knees and repeat 8 times. Relieves Knee Pain

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Why You Need To Come Back In For A Check-Up: � Move without pain

Patient Success Spotlight

� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle

“My experience here at Performance Therapy was excellent. My left hip, which was weak, has vastly improved with the exercises Josh implemented. I know I feel much stronger in my left hip area and the discomfort is gone. I enjoyed working with people who took a sincere interest in my problem and solved it.” – Anthony L. Took a sincere interest in my problem!

� Bend and move freely � Balance confidently and securely

TAKE CARE OF YOUR ACHES & PAINS BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE!

“ Women experience three-quarters of all hip fractures . Staying active across the lifespan can reduce your risk of fractures, falls and osteoporosis!” - cdc.gov

• Have loved ones stopped listening to your complaints because they have heard it so many times before? • Does hip, knee or leg pain put a frown on your face? ATTENTION Pain Sufferers

DR. JENA BEASLEY PT, DPT, COMT

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