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FreedomRehabATBC_Hip, Knee, & Leg Pain

F R E E D O M R E H A B A Q U AT I C T H E R A P Y. C O M

Discover Natural Solutions To Hip, Knee, and Leg Pain

I N S I D E How Aquatic Therapy Can Help Improving Your Sleep Spider Devil Eggs

Discover Natural Solutions To Hip, Knee, and Leg Pain

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. 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.

Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough—but injuries happen. Your hips and knees are your largest 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. 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 • Pelvic Alignment Issues • Leg Length Discrepancies • Dislocation • Hip Fracture • Sprains and Strains • Tendonitis • Pinched Nerves

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3. If further assessment is

1. Feel free to call us and ask to speak to your therapist.

2. Your therapist will tell you the possible causes of your pain as well as precautions you can take at home.

warranted, your therapist might recommend you come in for an appointment.

Programs We Offer

How Aquatic Therapy Can Help

Freedom Rehab Aquatic Therapy and Balance Center offers the following programs:

Aquatic Therapy Aquatic Therapy has our very popular back pain protocol, our needed aquatic balance training program, and our all- encompassing strength and endurance training program. Aquatic Therapy helps with core strengthening, supports the spine, helps to relieve knee, back, and hip problems, and helps with pressure. The non-weight bearing water takes the pressure off the back and helps with balance to ensure a safe session. The exercises performed in the water mimic exercises done on land, but the water helps to provide a safe surrounding. Outpatient On Wheels Our home-based program consists of in-home aquatic therapy, home safety, and energy conservation education, land-based endurance and muscle strengthening, gait training, and our land-based Freedom From Falls Balance training program which has been adapted to suit your home environment. Freedom From Falls Our comprehensive land-based balance training program that offers the following solutions; improves balance and steadiness, reduces lightheadedness and dizziness, and reduces your fear and risk of falling. This program is offered for in-house balance training and in-clinic training. Have You Met Your Insurance Deductible?

Flu Season & COVID-19 Got You Worried? Give Yourself an Immunity Boost! These three tips can help you stay healthy and strengthen your immune system: 1. Aim for 8-9 hours of sleep each night. 2. Make a habit of 20-30 minutes of physical activity a day. 3. Maintain a nutritious diet heavy on fruits and vegetables. The essential vitamins are key to making sure your immune system is as healthy as possible. Immunity Boosting Tips In many cases, aquatic 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 aquatic 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 mobility—and a healthy lifestyle. From start to finish, we’re dedicated to your ongoing wellness. On every level, aquatic 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. Contact one of our providers today, and tell us about your symptoms. 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

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. Th s mea s 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!

Exercise Essentials

It can seem difficult to feel as if you are in control of your own sleeping schedule and patterns when you are suffering from chronic pain. People who are diagnosed with sleeping disorders tend to worry more about how their lack of sleep will impact their health, thus creating more toxic stress. They may also exhibit greater sleep sensitivity, making it easier for them to wake up to small environmental changes while they are sleeping (such as a creaky floorboard or a shift in sleep position.) However, there are some steps you can take to make sleeping as comfortable as possible for you and try to make up some of the sleep debt you experience each night. The environment in which you sleep is one of the most important factors in creating a good night’s sleep. This includes: 1. Noise. If you experience sleep sensitivity, it is important to make sure that any unexpected noises are limited in your bedroom. Sleeping with a white noise machine or fan can help eliminate any additional environmental noises that may wake you up in the middle of the night. 2. Light. If your room lets in excessive amounts of light in the morning, it may be beneficial to invest in some blackout curtains. Keeping your room dark will help you stay asleep through the night, even as the sun is rising. It is a great way to gain as much sleep as you can before your alarm goes off in the morning. 3. Temperature. Have you ever woken up sweating, only to throw the blankets off and wake up freezing a couple hours later? The temperature in which you keep your bedroom has a large effect on your sleep. Your body temperature naturally decreases as a way to initiate sleep, so keeping a cooler bedroomcan help facilitate your slumber. According to The National Sleep Foundation, the optimum bedroom temperature for a good night’s sleep should be between 60-67 degrees Fahrenheit. If you feel cold, wearing socks or keeping a hot water bottle by your feet can help dilate blood vessels and increase your internal thermostat. 4. Mattress. It may come as no surprise that what you actually sleep on also has a profound effect on the way you sleep. According to Tuck Sleep, mattresses with mid- level firmness ratings (4-6 out of 10) tend to help the most with alleviating pain, as they provide a balance between comfort and support. Mattresses that are too soft or too firm can actually increase pain levels during sleep, as they can create more pressure and target certain pain points. Sleep is an essential part of daily function, and you shouldn’t let yourpainrobyou fromit! If youareexperiencing sleepdeprivation due to your chronic pain, contact FreedomRehabAquatic Therapy today. We’ll provide you with helpful tips for gaining sleep and improving your daily life, free frompain and exhaustion. Improving Your Sleep

Knee Extension Stretch While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground.

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Spider Devil Eggs

• 1/4 tsp black pepper • Dash of hot sauce • 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese • 3 large pimiento-stuffed olives, each cut crosswise into 4 thin slices

Ingredients • 12 large eggs • 2 tbsp diced pimientos plus more for garnish • 2 tbsp canola mayonnaise • 2 tsp grainy Dijon mustard • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar

Directions Fill a large saucepan with water to a depth of 1 inch; bring to a boil. Place steamer basket in pan; place eggs in basket. Cover and steam 15 minutes. Plunge eggs into a bowl filled with ice water. Let stand 5 minutes. Peel eggs. Remove top 1/3 of hard-cooked egg white from each egg (reserve caps). Use a teaspoon to remove yolks while keeping whites intact. Place yolks in a mediumbowl. Add pimientos and next 6 ingredients (through cheese), stirring until well combined. Place yolk mixture in a large Ziploc bag; snip one corner from bottom of bag to create a hole. Pipe yolk mixture into egg white cups, filling to just above the rim of each cup. Place one olive slice on exposed yolk mixture of each egg to create the body of the spider topping. Chop slices of olives to create the legs. Add pimiento pieces to either side of the body for horns, if desired. Call Freedom Rehab Aquatic Therapy today at 941-400-1505 and eliminate pain, get stronger and finally break free from what’s holding you back!