Balance In Motion: Hip, Knee & Leg Pain

Balance In Motion: Hip, Knee & Leg Pain

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F IND REL I EF FOR YOUR HI P , KNEE , & LEG PAIN N E W S L E T T E R

INSIDE: • Find Relief For Your Hip, Knee, & Leg Pain • How Physical Therapy Can Help • Patient Success Spotlight • New Equipment Introduction

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Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough—but injuries happen. Your hips and knees are your larg-est joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need. Between arthritis, injuries and age, however, pain can flare up. If you’re experiencing hip, knee or leg pain, call us to schedule a closer look. (continued inside)

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INSIDE: • New Equipment Introduction • Exercise Essentials F IND REL I EF FOR YOUR HI P , KNEE , & LEG PAIN • How Physical Therapy Can Help • Patient Success Spotlight

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While some causes are more severe than others, a physician can identify each. As the body ages, joints become inflamed. Cartilage may wear down, reducing the “buffer” between bones. In some cases, limited blood flow may cause bone tissue death, or necrosis. If you’re experiencing redness, inflammation and immobilized joints, the condition may be severe. What Are the Symptoms? While leg pain is noticeable by a slew of symptoms, several stick out. Aching or stiffness around the hip, groin, back or thigh may be a sign of deeper problems. A decreased range of motion can also be a sign of deeper problems which may later result in hip, knee or leg pain.

Before you do, however, let’s examine the pain itself.

What Causes Hip, Knee and Leg Pain? Hip, knee and leg pain are surprisingly common. Thus, their source can come from a variety of things. If you’re experiencing pain in any part of your leg, pinpointing the exact spot can help you determine the cause. Mayo Clinic has pinpointed several leading causes of hip, knee and leg pain. While many causes exist, the most likely are:

· Arthritis · Dislocation · Hip fracture · Sprains and strains

· Tendonitis · Pinched nerves · Osteoporosis · Cancer

Read more about hip, knee, and leg pain and how Balance In Motion can help you inside this newsletter >>

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HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP Sometimes, inactivity can contribute to immobility—and later pain. If you’re limping, lurching or are experiencing bad balance, contact a physician. While some hip, knee and leg pains go away, those lasting longer than several months may be hinting at a deeper issue. In many cases, physical therapy can help patients increase leg mobility. In doing so, they can stretch, flex and strengthen the muscles responsible for support. If a joint appears deformed, or if sudden swelling occurs, contact a physician immediately. A good physical therapy program can assist with post-operation treatment, too. If you’ve undergone treatment for osteoporosis, dislocation or a fracture, your therapist can help you reclaim full mobil-ity—and a healthy lifestyle. From start to finish, we’re dedicated to your ongoing wellness. On every level, physical therapy serves to enhance the patient’s quality of life. We’re here to help, and we have years of experience backing every therapy option.

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Sources: https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/hip-pain/basics/when-to-see-doctor/ sym-20050684 https://www.everydayhealth.com/hip-pain/hip-pain-and-your-body. aspx https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/knees-and-hips-a-troubleshooting-guide- to-knee-and-hip-pain

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EXERC I SE ESSENT I AL S Helps Knee Pain www.simpleset.net QUAD SET While lying or sitting with a small towel rolled under your ankle, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Holding for 3 seconds, 5 times.

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• 1/4 tsp ground turmeric • 1/4 tsp wasabi powder (optional) • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth • 1/2 cup coconut milk • Salt & pepper to taste • Squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice For garnish: • broccoli florets, lightly steamed • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, thinned with milk • Chia seeds

INGREDIENTS • 3 Cups baby spinach or super greens blend • 1 clove whole peeled garlic • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, sliced • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

INSTRUCTIONS Mix all ingredients (except those for the garnish) together using a high speed blender. Heat over stovetop until steaming hot. To serve, pour into a bowl and garnish with broccoli florets, a swirl of yogurt, and chia seeds.

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PAT I ENT SUCCESS SPOT L I GHT

NEW EQUIPMENT INTRODUCTION

“ I WOULD DE F I N I T E L Y RECOMMEND H IM TO ANYONE I N NE ED OF PHYS I CAL THERAPY . ” “The practice is amazing! Derek was the first PT to actually properly diagnose me and send me home program with an app with appropriate exercises that gets updated as you progress. He is extremely knowledgeable and helpful and I wouldn’t be fully recovered so soon if it wasn’t for him! I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of PT.” - K.Y.

AL T ER G ANT I - GRAV I TY TREADMI L L The AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill™ delivers physical rehab and training benefits you can’t get any other way. Combining patented, NASA Differential Air Pressure (DAP) technology, an intuitive touchscreen interface, real-time gait analytics, and live video monitoring, Via enables body weight supported walking, running, and closed-kinetic chain exercise like never before. The Benefits of Air Pressure Therapists can precisely comply with weight-bearing restrictions. The Anti-Gravity Treadmill allows for 1% adjustments from 100% to 20% bodyweight. Patients with infection risk and contraindications to water therapy can start rehab sooner because water is not used. The Anti-Gravity Treadmill helps therapists effectively improve their patients’ balance, control, and strength with stationary exercise in a controlled and protected setting. Who Can Benefit from AlterG? • Patients with any lower extremity orthopedic and sports injuries • Patients managing degenerative joint diseases • Athletes who want to train while protecting or recovering from an injury • Post-surgical patients with precise weight-bearing requirements • Patients managing degenerative joint diseases • Deconditioned and bariatric individuals

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Why Prescribe AlterG Therapy? • Precisely control weight-bearing sooner • Progressively load back to full weight bearing status • Enable return to normal gait •Motivate patients and increase engagement • Reduce risk of re-injury • Reduce compensatory injuries • Lower risk of lost function

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