LewyPT: Arthritis Pain Relief

LewyPT: Arthritis Pain Relief

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OSTEOARTHRITIS IS A PAIN! PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP

INSIDE: • How Can Physical Therapy Help Osteoarthritis? • Exercise Essentials • Mind Exercise: Sudoku • Lewy PT Updates

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OSTEOARTHRITIS IS A PAIN! PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP

As we all age, our bodies experience a certain “wear and tear” on cartilage and joints. This can cause inflammation and pain, known as arthritis. According to the American Arthritis Foundation, Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, making itself apparent in people as they age. It can certainly take a toll on one’s body, resulting in achy or painful joints after exercise, after a long day on one’s feet, or even after prolonged periods of inactivity, thus causing joints to constrict. The most common areas of Osteoarthritis are found in the fingers, hips, knees, and spine. These are all joints that we use excessively, even in our daily lives. Just think - by the time you lift yourself out of bed, shower, brush your teeth, eat breakfast, and prepare to begin your day, you’ve already used these joints a multitude of times. Therefore, it isn’t surprising that pain can occur in them over time. If you believe you may be experiencing Osteoarthritis, give one of our physical therapists a call today to discuss pain relief. Why do we experience Osteoarthritis? While it is true that Osteoarthritis is most common in older folks, that is not always necessarily the case. It is

possible that Osteoarthritis can present itself in younger adults, especially if they are prone to weak joints, poor dieting, or if they aren’t very active. Your cartilage works hard to protect your joints by absorbing the natural shocks that your body experiences on a daily basis. Therefore, much of your likelihood regarding Osteoarthritis is dependent upon the physical and nutritional lifestyles you partake in. Joint alignment can alter and the muscles around a joint can weaken over time, causing the cartilage to shift or thin. As cartilage wears down, Osteoarthritis becomes much more common. As Osteoarthritis progresses, more symptoms can arise. The most common symptoms are: • Joint pain. • Swelling or tenderness in or around the joint(s). • Inflammation or flare-ups of pain in the joint(s) after use. • Feeling stiff after sitting or laying down for prolonged periods of time, especially when getting up in the morning. • Crepitus - also referred to as a “cracking or crunching” feeling when moving the joint(s), or the sound of bone rubbing on bone.

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HOWCAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP OSTEOARTHRITIS?

According to the American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 in 5 adults are diagnosed with arthritis annually. Physical and occupational therapy are the most common treatments for Osteoarthritis, usually helping with the relief of joint pain in just a few sessions. If you have arthritis, don’t fret - there is hope! While anti-inflammatory and pain medications will help for the time being, they are very much a short- term solution. Physical therapy can help in actually strengthening your joints and muscles once again, allowing for a much healthier and long-term pain relief solution. Occupational therapy will also help in learning to use your joints in new ways once again, allowing for the highest quality of life despite the severity of your arthritis. Our physical therapists are trained to help you with joint alignment, stability, muscle regeneration, and most importantly, pain relief. They are dedicated to helping you get back to your normal levels of mobility. Don’t settle for a life of aches and pains - physical therapy can get you back on your feet and doing the activities you used to love! If you are suffering from Osteoarthritis, give us a call today - we can get you back to living your best, most pain-free life. Sources: https://www.aota.org/~/media/Corporate/Files/AboutOT/Professionals/ WhatIsOT/PA/Facts/Arthritis%20fact%20sheet.pdf https://www.arthritis.org/

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STRAIGHT LEG RAISE While lying or sitting, raise up your leg with a straight knee and your toes pointed upward. Hold for 10 seconds then repeat 6 times on both legs.

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If you are suffering from any pain, seeing a physical therapist at Lewy Physical Therapy can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call today!

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GAIN ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF WITH JOINT REPLACEMENT THERAPY

plan for you that will assist in restoring your range of motion, flexibility, strength, endurance, and overall mobility. Physical therapy treatments can also benefit you both before and after your procedure, in order to make sure that your recovery process is as smooth as possible. What can I expect from joint replacement therapy? Your initial appointment will consist of a physical evaluation to determine what course of treatment will be best for your needs. Your physical therapist will create a specialized treatment plan based on your evaluation, aimed at rehabilitation, functional improvement, and bringing you back to your optimum physical health. At first, your treatment plan will consist of passive physical therapy, which is primarily focused on pain relief and recovery. This may include manual therapy, gentle therapeutic exercises, or any other combination of treatment services that your physical therapist deems for your treatment plan. After your passive therapy, you will continue into active physical therapy treatments. These will include strengthening exercises that your physical therapist will guide you through, in addition to at-home treatments that you will do on your own. These will all help in making your recovery as quick and comfortable as possible, all while improving your joint function! If you believe you could benefit from our joint replacement therapy services, don’t hesitate to contact Lewy Physical Therapy today. We will get you back to living life on your own terms as quickly as possible, without the daily worry of pain or limiting joints! Sources: https://www.moveforwardpt.com/SymptomsConditionsDetail.aspx?cid=4e1deb00- f6fd-40d4-b28c-28319f0d6d4a https://www.moveforwardpt.com/symptomsconditionsdetail.aspx?cid=aba13452-8eec-4fcb- adb8-53e3a5456e3f https://www.moveforwardpt.com/symptomsconditionsdetail.aspx?cid=1f495c5a-08cc-4e59- 9fdd-8640fc2c0410 www.lewypt.com

If you have received a total joint replacement of the knee, hip, or shoulder, physical therapy can benefit you. At Lewy Physical Therapy, we offer joint replacement therapy to those whose mobility is limited due to a replacement procedure. After a joint replacement surgery, it can be difficult to move around in the ways you used to, or even complete daily tasks that you used to do with ease. Fortunately, our joint replacement therapy services can help relieve your pain and improve your function, so you can get back to your life as quickly as possible. When is total joint replacement needed? If you haven’t yet gone through a replacement surgery but you are experiencing chronic joint pain, you may be a candidate for joint replacement. Total joint replacement surgery is typically recommended for those who: • Have severe joint damage. This is typically due to arthritic debilitation, either from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. • Experienced a severe trauma to the joint(s). Some injuries can only be addressed through surgical treatment, depending on how critical the damage was. • Live with chronic shooting pains. If your pain is constantly affecting your daily life and no other treatments have seemed to help, your doctor may suggest surgery. If you believe you may be in need of total joint replacement surgery, it is important to first discuss it with your primary physician. If you have already received total joint replacement surgery, it is likely that your primary physician will refer you to a physical therapist for rehabilitation. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how they can help get you back on your feet! How will joint replacement therapy benefit me? After receiving your total joint replacement, physical therapy will be an integral part of your healing process. One of our licensed physical therapists will provide a treatment

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