Optimum Physio Therapies: National PT Month

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OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH

October is fast approaching, and with it comes its share of official “national day” designations, including whimsical days like “National Pumpkin Seed Day.” But did you know that the entire month has been dedicated to National Physical Therapy Month?

I N S I D E OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH

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OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH

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WHAT SYMPTOMS AND CONDITIONS DOES PT HELP? Physical therapy tends to be associated with sports injuries, along with chronic problems such as back pain, surgery recovery, and balance issues. Yet, you may not realize the range of problems which physical therapy can help -- both for pain management and to help ease other symptoms. Do you have hand pain and stiffness? Physical therapists treat hand and wrist conditions ranging from carpal tunnel to “trigger finger.” Tennis elbow and rotator cuff injuries can also be aided through PT. Among other conditions the general publ ic may not associate with physical therapy are pelvic floor dysfunction, TMJ, cardiopulmonary disease, Parkinson’s, and traumatic brain injuries.

So, as the leaves are turning and you’re working on your jack-o-lanterns, take the time to learn more about the many benefits of physical therapy. WHAT IS NATIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH ALL ABOUT? For almost 40 years, physical therapy has been celebrated by official proclamation. And since 1992, October is the month for honoring physical therapists and the important role they play in healing people in pain. In the modern era of social media, hashtags like #UsePhysicalTherapy and #ChoosePT have helped spread the word. Physical Therapy Month allows patients to share their stories about how PT has changed their lives for the better. It also gives physical therapists a forum for spreading the word about the different kinds of treatment patients can receive. Many members of the general public don’t realize that aside from specialized exercises that build strength and flexibility, PT also offers pain management through massage, heat and cold applications, and specialized electronic-pulse devices.

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In recent years, National Physical Therapy Month has also focused on the alternative PT offers over opioids. With opioid abuse at an all-time high -- and tragic overdoses on the rise -- alternatives to this class of prescription medication are even more important. The National Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that opioid prescriptions have quadrupled in recent years. Yet, the number of people reporting chronic pain has not gone down. Of course, many people who have conditions like back injuries or arthritis already understand that physical therapy can increase their range-of-motion. But aside from adding flexibility, physical therapy is a viable way to reduce acute and chronic pain. Prescriptions certainly have a valid place in pain management, and it’s true that physical therapy isn’t right for every patient. So how can you tell if physical therapy is a better choice than prescription opioids? The CDC suggests that if you fall into any of these categories, physical therapy can be beneficial: • Pain comes from fibromyalgia, low back pain, knee arthritis or hip arthritis. These conditions in particular are known for responding well to physical therapy when it comes to pain management.

• The pain has lasted more than 90 days, meaning that it has gone from “acute” to “chronic.” • The benefits of prescription opioids don’t outweigh their risks. In the early days after an injury or an operation, painkillers help patients function without crippling pain. But with each day that passes, the risks opioids pose outweigh the rewards. • If you’ve become afraid of the pain. Obviously, nobody welcomes physical discomfort. But some people become overly dependent on a pill’s ability to remove all aches and twinges. In physical therapy, pain is a way to determine exactly what needs to be worked on, in order to reduce discomfort down the road. Does an official month really matter, given that physical therapists are out there making a difference every day? In many ways, yes! If you or a loved one has been on the fence about giving PT a chance, the many stories you’re likely to hear during this month of public awareness may help you to decide. If you have any questions about whether you should #UsePhysicalTherapy, call our office today to discuss your condition and to set up an evaluation.

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While standing, place your hands on your hips and lean back to arch your back. Keep your core engaged, hold for 10-15 seconds. Repeat 5 times. S TAND I NG E X T ENS I ONS

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Celebrated and cherished by our beloved City of San Antonio to remember and honor our loved ones who have passed away. This celebration involves family, friends and community coming together for prayer and remembrance for those closest to us who have passed on and helping support their spiritual journey. For San Antonian it is not a day of sadness or tears. Instead it’s a day of celebration, because their loved ones have returned in spirt to celebrate with them.

“From when I started, I had very limited range of motion, due to back injury. I had so much pain, back stiffness and discomfort. I had a problem going from sitting to standing as well as getting into bed. Standing now, is not a problem and normal activities are much easier, I feel much better and healthier, I can now start daily exercises and plan to workout at least five days a week. Great staff and crew!” - J. Shipley PAT I ENT SUC C E SS SPOT L I GHT HEALTHY RECIPE DAY OF THE DEAD SUGAR SKULL FRUIT PIZZA

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Our mission at Optimum Physio is to bring an excellent clinical experience through new therapies, community awareness and education. An excellent clinical experience through new techniques, tools, and innovative approaches to facilitate the natural healing of the body. Education to our patients and community through local events, educational workshops, publications of articles and books so to empower the people to make better health choices.

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• Ingredients For the Yogurt Cream Cheese Frosting • For Yogurt Cream Cheese Frosting • 1 cup low fat cream cheese • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt • ¾ cup powdered sugar • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract • Toppings For The Fruit Pizza

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 cup butter, softened • 1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt • 1 1/2 cups white sugar • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Stir flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a small bowl. In a large bowl beat butter, yogurt, and sugar with an electric until smooth. Add egg allowing it to blend into butter mixture. Beat in vanilla extract. Mix in flour mixture until just incorporated. Lightly grease a pizza pan and press the dough into the pan to form a thin and even cookie dough crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. While the cookie is still warm and soft cut out the shape of a skull. Let the cookie cool completely. In a medium bowl bring the cream cheese, yogurt, powdered sugar and vanilla together and whisk until smooth. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to thicken. Spread on the yogurt cream cheese frosting evenly on the giant skull cookie. Get creative and use the fruit to make your own Day of the Dead sugar skull design. Mix together the apricot preserves and water and pass the mixture through a sieve to remove lumps. Brush the mixture carefully onto the fruit only to give it a shiny glaze. Chill your skull fruit cookie cake in the refrigerator until ready to eat.

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If you’ve already met your insurance deductible for the year, then your cost of physical therapy could be minimal or completely covered by your

Do you have a family insurance plan? Have you had surgery this year? Have you used your insurance more than usual? If you answered yes, you are more likely to have a $0 balance remaining on your out-of-pocket expenses. This means the cost could be minimal or completely covered by your insurance plan. Let us help you get a head start going into 2021, before your deductible renews again! HAVE YOU ALREADY MET YOUR ANNUAL INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLE?

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FEATURED TREATMENTS

LASER THERAPY Laser Therapy from LightForce offers a powerful new solution for numerous painful conditions previously refractive to traditional medical care. Laser Therapy is a highly effective alternative to traditional therapies such as cortisone injections and many times even surgery for a wide range of problems. Patients can feel a profound sense of warmth with each LightForce Laser Therapy treatment as it works to provide penetrating laser light energy deep into the body to reach damaged cells and tissues. Results are typically faster than many other therapeutic modalities. Improvement can often be seen after the first treatment. DRY NEEDLING Dry needling involves insertion and repetitive manipulation of a “dry”, solid filament needle in a trigger point in order to produce an involuntary spinal cord reflex, also known as a local twitch response (LTR). This results in lasting muscle relaxation due to the release of shortened bands of muscle fibers for overactive (tight) muscles or the activation of under-active (weak) muscles. Deactivation of the trigger points can bring immediate relief of symptoms, so the therapist can immediately train the muscles to work with the newly gained pain free range of motion (ROM). THE MIRACLE WAVE ® Acoustic Pressure Wave Therapy (APWT) has been The Miracle Wave Indications Blue Manused in the medical industry for decades (especially among Veterinarians in the US and healthcare professionals in Europe and Canada). Just recently AWT was recognized as an effective, therapeutic solution for application on the human body as well. The Miracle Wave® technology shows beneficial results in helping and aiding minor musculoskeletal aches and pains, while temporarily increasing local blood circulation. CUPPING Cupping can sometimes be described as a “tissue distraction release” technique. During the cupping process, the cups are glided across different areas of the body in order to lift and separate tissue. This works to enhance the release of the interfaces between the neural tissues, fascia, skin, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. It relaxes muscles, releases trigger points, improves lymphatic flow, increases local circulation, and releases scar tissue adhesion. Evidence supports cupping as an effective treatment method for several conditions, such as chronic neck pain, low back pain, and fibromyalgia.

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