Johns Creek: Walk Again Without Pain

Johns Creek: Walk Again Without Pain

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JOHNS CREEK PHYSICAL THERAPY

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“You Can Move A Lot Further Pain-Free!” WALK AGAIN WITHOUT PAIN

Many knee problems come from poor tracking of the kneecap. The kneecap has to move up and down in a groove of the femur bone when you bend your knee. The kneecap gets its cushioning and support from fat pads that sit right underneath it. When the tissue around the kneecap becomes tighter, the kneecap presses into the fat pads, making them irritated and thicker over time. This affects the normal flow of joint fluid around the inside of the knee, drying out the lubrication of the knee over time, causing a downward spiral of friction and pain. If you or someone you know may need relief from joint pain, schedule an appointment by calling our office at 770-622-5344 or visit www. johnscreekpt.com.

Your ability to walk is an amazing and very complicated system of muscles, nerves and joints working in harmony. If you suffer from back, hip, knee or leg pain the normal movement of this complicated system has been affected in one way or another. Knee and Hip Pain Knee or hip pain can occur for many reasons, but it is due to a mechanical problem, meaning that the joint and muscles supporting it are not functioning properly. Even though a person has arthritis in their joint, it doesn’t mean that they will have pain from it. Only when the joint doesn’t move properly and pressures increase above normal, does pain and inflammation begin.

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A SIMPLE SOLUTION TO KNEE PAIN

An easy way to relieve knee pain is to actually ensure that normal kneecap motion is restored. Our physical therapy experts evaluate the true cause of your knee pain, treat the movement problem and restore the normal strength around the knee. We have years of training to analyze the movement of your body and pinpoint the source of your problem. This allows for accurate treatment without the need for elaborate and expensive testing. Ultimately, your knee pain will be relieved quickly and your ability to walk, run and squat restored! In addition, we work closely with your physician and if you have had surgery, help you have a fast recovery.

Call us today to discover how we can solve your knee pain and bring you back to an active life! FALL RECIPE: TURKEY SALAD

• 1 cup leftover bread stuffing • 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • ¼ cup leftover cranberry sauce • 1 tbsp cider vinegar • 1 tsp grated orange zest • ¼ tsp salt • ¼ tsp ground pepper • 8 cups mixed salad greens • 2¼ cups chopped leftover turkey • 1 cup leftover roasted vegetables • 3 tbsp dried cranberries

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add stuffing and cook, stirring, until crisp, 8 to 11 minutes. Set aside. Whisk cranberry sauce, remaining 3 tablespoons oil, vinegar, orange zest, salt and pepper together in a large bowl. Add greens, turkey and roasted vegetables; toss to coat. Sprinkle with the stuffing croutons and dried cranberries.

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We Love REFERRALS!

Most of you are well connected with lots of friends and family in the area. I’m sure you know someone who is dealing with a pain problem. If so, we would be happy to help them out. Don’t let your friends suffer through the pain, refer them for physical therapy. Friends help friends! Refer them to Johns Creek PT today by having them call 770-622-5344!

Never once felt like a number! PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT

“I fractured my heel and was non-weight bearing for 12 weeks. Being new to the area, I found Johns Creek Physical Therapy through an internet search. Marc Stewart is knowledgeable, and thorough. He left no stone un-turned in suggesting ways to improve/support my therapy. I was under his care for 5 months and never once felt like a ‘number’. I began on a walker and left hopping over the stepper! I can personally compare Marc’s practice to a large physical therapy chain: I left for the month of December to visit family for the holidays and had physical therapy. Marc has always shown compassion, listened to my concerns and helped me get back to pre-injury shape. I highly recommend Johns Creek Physical Therapy!” - Lucille F.