Kerrville: Arthritis Pain Relief

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“Spend Less Creative Time On Pain!” ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF

• Tenderness in one or more joints • Stiffness after periods of sitting or inactivity. This is especially noted when getting up in the morning • Flare-ups of pain and inflammation after using the arthritic joint • Sounds or sensations of bone rubbing on bone when moving the joint Causes of Osteoarthritis. While the exact mechanisms of how OA starts are not known, a lifestyle of inactivity, weakness in and around the joint, injury or disease can accelerate OA in people, even in young adults. Your cartilage is a shock absorber for your joints and depends on your overall health and nutrition to survive the relentless daily pounding it takes. Over time, joint alignment and muscle weakness can significantly affect the pressure on the cartilage causing it to wear down faster.

Do you find yourself feeling sore and achy in one or more of your joints? It is possible, that you may be experiencing the symptoms of osteoarthritis. According to the American Arthritis Association, Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis affecting people as they age. There are many reasons why people get OA, but the main one is that we are all living longer. Thus, there is more wear and tear on joint cartilage, causing inflammation and pain after activity. Symptoms of Osteoarthritis. Arthritis in the spine, knees, hips and fingers are the most common areas for Osteoarthritis to occur. The symptoms typically come on slowly, but as the disease continues more symptoms occur such as: • Pain in the joints

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“What Can Help Arthritis Pain?” HOW OSTEOARTHRITIS AFFECTS YOU

Many people think that once they have arthritis nothing can be done about it, except take medication and in the worst case, prepare for a joint replacement surgery. However, what most people don’t know is that physical therapy is one of the most cost effective treatments for OA and can help relieve painful symptoms significantly. Whether you have been suffering for a short or long time, a lot can be done to help your joint pain and mobility. Our specialized physical therapy addresses your individual problem, improving joint mobility and strengthening the muscles around the painful joints. In addition, gentle treatments are performed to relieve pain, swelling and restore balance to the affected joint. Our programs teach you valuable techniques on how to maintain your joint health so you can get back to the activities you enjoy. Therefore, you can have a life with less pain and more movement. Call us today to learn more about our arthritis pain reducing programs!

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“Your whole team worked hard on me and I enjoyed their attitude. Should I ever return to Kerrville needing physical therapy, I know your teamwill be first on the list.”

DO YOU HAVE ACHES & PAINS?

• Pain while bending or reaching? • Stiffness or swelling? • Difficulty standing for > 20 mins?

• Pain when trying to sleep? • Pain when driving > 30 mins? • Radiating pain to the back?

ASK YOUR NEIGHBOR ABOUT US! Talk to One Of Our Physical Therapy Specialists Be In A Better Mood • Have More Energy • Enjoy Activities Pain Free

FREE JOINT PAIN ANALYSIS

Call To Schedule Today (830) 896-7377

Offer valid for the first 25 people to schedule. Expires 06-24-18. Doctor referral will be required for continued therapy

THINK KERRVILLE PHYSICAL THERAPY CENTER FIRST

Why You Need To Come In For An Appointment: • Move without pain • Bend and move freely • Balance confidently and securely • Walk for long distances • Live an active and healthy lifestyle

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Take Care of Your Aches & Pains Before It’s Too Late!

Chicken Quesadillas INGREDIENTS • 2 tbsp low sodium chicken broth • 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped • 1 small garlic clove, minced • 1⁄4 cup bell pepper, chopped • 2 chili peppers, minced (to taste) • 3 plum tomatoes, chopped • 8 flour tortillas • 1 cup low-fat shredded cheese

• 1 1⁄2 cups cooked chicken • scallion, cut on the bias (garnish) • salsa (garnish) • nonfat sour cream (garnish)

DIRECTIONS In a medium-heavy skillet, saute the onions, garlic and peppers until soft in the 2 tablespoons chicken broth. Add the chili peppers and tomatoes and simmer for a fewminutes more until the liquid has evaporated. Add the chicken and stir well to combine. Spray a cold skillet with the nonstick spray and heat over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the pan and sprinkle with 1/8 cup cheese. Add about a quarter of the chicken mixture and top with another 1/8 cup cheese. Cover with another tortilla and cook for two to three minutes or until golden brown. Flip the quesadilla over and cook for an additional two minutes. Remove from the heat and cut into edges. Keep warm while frying the remaining quesadillas. Serve with salsa, scallions, and fat-free sour cream.

Exercise Essentials Try these exercises to keep you moving...

Loosens tight hips

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

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Stretches Lower Back

FORWARD BEND Sit with legs straight out and lower back tall. Bend forward keeping lower back tall to feel a stretch in the back of your thighs.

The above exercise is designed to be performed under the instruction of a licensed physical therapist.

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