Hill ProMotion_Soar Above Shoulder, Elbow, & Wrist Pain

Hill ProMotion_Soar Above Shoulder, Elbow, & Wrist Pain

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INSIDE: • Soar Above Shoulder, Elbow, & Wrist Pain • Easy Steps to Less Pain & More Energy • Patient Success Spotlight • Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help? SOAR ABOVE SHOULDER, ELBOW, & WRIST PAIN LIVE A PAIN-FREE LIFE

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LIVE A PAIN-FREE LIFE SOAR ABOVE SHOULDER, ELBOW, & WRIST PAIN It’s time to say goodbye to elbow, wrist and shoulder pain once and for all. Identifying the cause of your pain and taking steps to combat ill habits that may be contributing to your discomfort can have a significant impact on your quality of life. Wave goodbye to pain in your hands, wrists, elbows and shoulders with targeted techniques from your experienced physical therapists. What is Causing the Pain? Think about the tasks that make up the majority of your day-to-day life. It is often said that life in the 21st century is way easier on the body than life during any other time in human history — and it’s true that there is a fair amount of evidence to support this idea. Rather than spending all of your days working in a factory or on a farm, the vast majority of Americans work indoors, often at a computer for a predetermined number of hoursweekafterweek.But thisnew lifestyle isn’t exactly harmless for the body, either. There are plenty of ways in which the common tasks of 21st-century life put the body under

a great deal of stress. Sedentary lifestyles frequently contribute to weight gain, which increases your risk for a long list of obesity- related diseases.This puts additional stress on your body, which could result in pain in crucial joints like your shoulders, elbows and yes, even your wrists. But even aside from that, there are a lot of potential issues that your body can face as a result of sedentary behavior in the workplace — including shoulder, elbow and wrist pain. Elbow, wrist and shoulder injuries are especially common as a result of workplace injury and overuse. While it is sometimes possible to take action to prevent an injury from developing, it is especially important to be able to recognize when an injury develops and to understand ways that you can combat that injury by identifying what may have caused the pain to develop in the first place. Common issues that can lead to shoulder, wrist and elbow pain include: • Issues with poor posture • Carpal tunnel syndrome, which can develop

from overuse of the wrist and regular, repetitive motions, such as typing • Heavy lifting

• Athletic injuries • Muscle sprain • Muscle strain

• Dislocation or hyperextension of the joints Oneof thebiggestconcernsregardingpain in the wrist, elbow and shoulder is that it is difficult to impossibletoactuallyallowthesepartsofthebody time torest.Everymovementandactionrequires these body parts — and when the pain develops in both arms, as it often does, treating the pain becomesevenmorecomplicated. It is impossible tocareforyourbasicneedswithout involvingyour shoulder or wrist, let alone get through a day at the office. This is why so many issues regarding pain in the wrists, elbows and shoulders typically become chronic. Since it is difficult to allow these body parts time to properly rest, they continue being overused and the pain can actually worsen.

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Treatment for Shoulder, Elbow, & Wrist Pain

Addressing the pain early on is the best way to prevent an issue from becoming chronic. Turning to medication and braces for pain management is not a long-term solution and will only push off the inevitable truth — that you need to find a solution for the problem that is causing you pain. Physical therapy is the ideal tool for support in this regard. Working with a physical therapist will provide you with an opportunity to understand what movements may be causing further discomfort, and can help you to strengthen the surrounding muscles while improving range of motion, which together will likely alleviate some of the pain associated with your injury. Don’t assume that pain in your elbows, wrists or shoulders will go away on its own. It is more common for the pain to worsen, and compensating for the pain by overusing the opposite arm can cause further injury to develop. For support with learning how to manage the pain, and to learn exercises and techniques that can help you overcome the injury and restore proper strength and functionality to your shoulders, wrists and elbows, contact your physical therapist.  To find out more about how we can help you with your shoulder, elbow and wrist pain, contact us today at 816-607-7180.

Lack of movement and poor posture are the frequent causes of symptoms such as low back pain, headaches, neck pain, shoulder pain and pain in the hips, knees, or legs. Slumped posture actually changes the shape of your spine, closes the joints of your shoulders, tightens the tissues around the hips and produces a host of other problems. The Fundamental Rule of the Human Body Your body was designed to move and without it, body systems start to fail. However, movement can at times be limited if you find yourself having pain, stiffness or general lack of activity. This restriction of movement can lead to other long-term health problems and chronic pain. The key to being healthy is placing a big emphasis on exercising and movement. In order to keep moving, your body needs to be flexible, strong, have good balance and good nutrition. Physical Therapy focuses on helping your body achieve optimum performance for your body’s critical areas. With years of medical training in analyzing and treating movement, physical therapists are the uniquely qualified specialists that help people move better. With good movement, pain reduces quickly with a return of energy and a better mood. Easy steps to increase movement, decrease pain and increase your energy: 1. Decide to get up and get moving 2. Get up from your chair every 20 minutes and walk around, even if just for a few seconds 3. Walk or exercise at least 30 minutes everyday 4. Drink plenty of water 5. Stretch your legs, hips, spine and neck daily for 10 minutes 6. Don’t push into painful movements 7. Make sure you are sitting properly at your desk or computer 8. Take frequent breaks to deeply inhale and exhale 9. Stretch your arms overhead frequently throughout the day 10. Do strengthening exercises 2-3 times per week If you find yourself in pain, aching, injured or unable to move like you want to, simply give us a call at 816-607-7180. Our expert physical therapists provide a comprehensive evaluation to find the root cause of your problem, then put together a complete plan that works to get you moving, pain-free again. EASY STEPS TO LESS PAIN & MORE ENERGY

Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing shoulder pain.

Increases Range of Motion WAND SHOULDER FLEXION

Lying on your back and holding a wand, palms face down on both sides, gently raise the wand towards overhead in a gentle motion. Hold for 3 seconds and slowly lower wand to starting position. Repeat 5 times.

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Patient Success Spotlights

DEEP TISSUE LASER THERAPY We Are Proud To Offer

“The physical therapists are super friendly and show great compassion...” “The physical therapists are super friendly and show great compassion for your PT needs. [Hill Pro-Motion Physical Therapy] offers a warm pool as part of their water therapy.” - S. W.

SCHEDULE A LASER THERAPY CONSULTATION RELIEF FOR: Current and past patients: schedule your free laser therapy consultation today! Treatments Feel Good Depending on the laser, it can create little to no sensation or it can create a gentle, soothing warmth. Treatments Are Fast With LightForce lasers, treatments are quick, usually 5-12 minutes depending on the size, depth, and acuteness of the condition being treated. Back Pain Neck Pain Shoulder Pain Foot Pain Knee Pain Post Surgery

Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help?

Do You Have Friends Or Family That Can’t:

� Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely

� Sit for long periods � Walk for long distances � Live active and healthy

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1321 SW Market St Lee’s Summit, MO 64081 816-607-7180

1321 SW Market St • Lee’s Summit, MO 64081 816-607-7180