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OCTOBER 2020 The Therapy Bulletin The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body Helping You Get Back to Life

IT’S TIME TO FALL BACK INTO PHYSICAL THERAPY

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We understand that injuries and pain can make everyday activities way harder than they should be, as well as add unnecessary stress. Here at our clinic, we strive to empower you to achieve your full potential and maximum functional level in work, sport, and life activities. Give us a call today to see how our services at Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists can help you become pain-free. What Is National Physical Therapy Month All About? Since 1992, October has been coined National Physical Therapy Month. This month is the time to honor and show appreciation for the hard work physical therapists do, and the important role they play in rehabilitating patients from their pain.

You might be wondering how you can spread the word about the importance of physical therapy. It’s easy! Most of us are on social media to some extent these days, and using hashtags such as #UsePhysicalTherapy and #ChoosePT has helped garner curiosity and interest in the physical therapy world. This month also allows patients to share their stories about how PT has improved their quality of life. It also gives physical therapists a way to bring awareness to people about the different kinds of treatment available to patients. Many people 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. Physical therapy can help a range of problems both for pain management and to help ease other symptoms.

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HOWOUR CLINIC’S SPECIALTIES CAN HELP

Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists has four convenient locations providing a variety of specialties that can help become more active

• Physical Rehabilitation and Treatment • Return-to-Work/Case Closure • Injury Prevention Our work health program assists employers with: Hiring: We help employers to find candidates who are physically capable of performing a specific job. Safety: We assist employers in creating a safe work environment, free of health hazards or risks that may be associated with that specific job. Injury: Our program can help rehabilitate workers who are injured on the job through goal-oriented, progressive physical therapy treatment plans. Recovery: With more severe injuries, recovery time can be longer than expected. Our program offers work conditioning and work hardening that prepares injured workers to return to their jobs. Closure: Sometimes an injured worker is not able to return to their job even with rehabilitation. Our return to work testing and Functional Capacity Testing allows us to determine the level of physical ability an injured worker may or may not have. If it’s decided that a worker cannot return to their job, we can provide valuable information for the process of case closure. PT & Rehab Work Health Program If you’re living with acute or chronic aches and pains, know that our therapists here at Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists are here to help! They will work closely with you to help you reach your optimum levels of stamina and strength, and have you back on your feet in no time. Call Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists today at 989-631-3570 to learn more about our specialty treatment and work health program!

and enjoy your life again without pain. Some of our specialties include:

• Lymphedema Therapy • Work Injury Rehabilitation • Balance & Vestibular Rehabilitation • Pediatric Rehabilitation

• Aquatic Therapy • Back & Neck Rehabilitation • Women’s Health • Orthopedic and Sports • Work Health Program

Refer A Friend! Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help? The hiring process can be really tough work. You might find yourself worrying about whether or not an employee can safely and reliably perform a job. It’s important to make sure that your hiring process complies with many regulations. Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists partners with case managers, payers, employers, and insurers to bring you an all-inclusive work health program focusing on the following components: Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists a multitude of advanced methods and technology, such as gait analysis, injury prevention screening, and mobility evaluation to decide which exercises and therapies would work best for optimum recovery. If you want to achieve better health and movement, are struggling with aches and pains, or you just want to improve your overall physical health, contact us today! Our therapists can ensure you stay on top of your treatment plan, and help you prevent future injuries. PT & Rehab Work Health Program

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CURL UP Lie on back with one leg straight. The other leg is bent with the foot flat on the ground. Position your hands underneath your lower back. Tuck your chin and lift your shoulder blades off the ground slightly. Return to the start position in a controlled manner. Repeat 20 times.

Do You Have Friends Or Family Unable To Do The Following:

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

� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active & healthy lifestyle

If you know someone suffering with aches and pains, give the gift of health. Refer them to Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an appointment with us.

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When to Use Ice or Heat for Pain Relief When you’ve just sprained your ankle or pulled a muscle, all you want is some pain relief. You ask for some ice... or was that heat instead? How to Use Ice more flexible by using an ice pack just before or during exercise.] How to Use Heat

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Heat packs, bottles or infra-red lamps can be very useful if you have a muscle spasm or 48 hours after injury. Icing a muscle spasm contracts the muscle fibers, so they would hurt intensely. On the other hand, heat improves the circulation, soothes and relaxes the muscles by carrying away toxins and bringing in healing oxygen. Heat can comfort a back or neck strain, especially if it has been persisting for some time. When you use a heat pack, wrap it in a towel and check the temperature so it doesn’t burn the skin. Don’t use heat if you have a painful, red or swollen joint. This increases circulation so that fluid collects, worsening the swelling and stretching or compressing the nerves and surrounding healthy tissue. Remember not to use heat or ice if you have an open or infected wound.

Ice is useful when you want to reduce swelling. For example, your ankle balloons up after a sprain. This is because blood and fluid collect rapidly, making it both painful and stiff. At this point, an ice pack helps to close off those tiny vessels. The blood flow slows down. Small nerves become numb, so the pain reduces. The muscles also relax. The inflammatory reaction is slowed down. As a result, your ankle is less swollen and painful. Ice packs are very useful in bruises, strains and joint swellings. Use them for any acute swelling, over the first 24 to 48 hours (except back strains). Ice helps later too, while exercising the limb. Our friendly therapists can show you how to make movements less painful and

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Healthy Recipe Beef & Butternut Chili

• 1 tbsp canola oil • 1 1/2 lbs boneless chuck roast • 3/4 tsp salt • 1 1/2 cups chopped onion • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper • 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 tbsp minced fresh garlic • 2 tsp diced jalapeño pepper • 2/3 cup dry red wine • 1 1/2 tsp ancho chile pepper

• 1/8 tsp cinnamon • 1 (28-oz) can tomatoes, chopped • 1 (15-oz) can no-salt, kidney beans • 2 cups (1/2-inch) cubed butternut squash • 1 cup chopped carrot • 6 tbsp reduced-fat sour cream • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves

• 1 tsp dried oregano • 1/2 tsp red pepper • 1/4 tsp cumin • 1/4 tsp coriander

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Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray. Add 1 tsp oil; swirl. Sprinkle beef with salt. Add beef to pan; sauté 8 min, turning to brown. Remove beef. Add 2 tsp oil to pan. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté 3 min. Add tomato paste, garlic, and jalapeño; sauté 2 min, stirring constantly. Add wine; bring to a boil, scraping pan. Cook 2 min. Return beef to pan. Stir in ancho chile pepper and the next 7 ingredients (through kidney beans), and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat tomedium, and simmer gently for 1 hour. Add butternut squash and 1 cup carrot, and simmer for 1 hour or until beef is tender. Ladle 1 1/3 cups chili into each of 6 bowls, and top each with 1 Tbsp sour cream and 1 tsp cilantro.

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