Relieving Low Back, Hip & Knee Arthritis Pain

Relieving Low Back, Hip & Knee Arthritis Pain

Relieving Low Back, Hip & Knee Arthritis Pain Health & Fitness October 2016

The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

Do you suffer fromback, knee or hip pain? It is possible youmay have osteoarthritis in those joints. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common condition of the joints, affecting approximately 27 million Americans. With OA, there is a breakdown in the cartilage covering the ends of bones. As the cartilage wears away, the bones become exposed and rub against each other. The deterioration of cartilage also affects the shape and makeup of the joint so that it no longer functions smoothly. The ligaments and tendons around the joint become stiff and the muscles that support the joint become weak. This leads to even more painful rubbing of the joint surfaces. There aremany studies and patient success stories promoting the effectiveness of physical therapy for osteoarthritis. Our expert therapists at Spine & Sport are trained specifically in treating patients suffering from osteoarthritis and work to obtain optimal results. Study Shows How to Relieve OA Pain In amedical study, 83 patientswith osteoarthritiswere assigned to receive either hands-on physical therapy (treatment group) or a pill that actually did nothing to help their pain without them knowing (placebo group). Tests were done to measure how well the people were doing 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 1 year later. The results were very impressive with the patients who had hands-on physical therapy combined with gentle, specific exercises. They showed significant improvements in their pain, mobility and function. By 8 weeks, patients were able to walk further and faster with much less, or completely resolved pain. Their joint stiffness, aches and mobility had improved by 55% as compared to the group who had no treatment. At one year, patients in the treatment group still were doing great in terms of less pain and more mobility. Other benefits included less need for surgery with only 5% of patients in the treatment group having undergone surgery as compared to 20%with the placebo group.

If you are suffering from osteoarthritis, our physical therapy treatments relieve your pain. Isn’t it time you did something about your pain and movement? Call us today at Spine & Sport to learn more about our ARTHRITIS PROGRAM so we can make a positive difference in your life. Annals of Internal Medicine: February 1, 2000 vol. 132 no. 3 173-181. Gail D. Deyle, MPT; Nancy E. Henderson, PhD, MPT; Robert L. Matekel, MPT; Michael G. Ryder, MPT; Matthew B. Garber, MPT; and Stephen C. Allison, PhD, MPT, ECS

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6 Tips To Help Your Arthritis Pain Discover ways to relieve your arthritis pain

When it comes to treating arthritis, you may have more options than you realize. There is a lot you can do to reduce your aches and pains from arthritis, while gaining more mobility and function. People often experience pain from arthritis because of stiff joints, muscles and other tissues. In addition, muscles become weak, therefore not supporting the arthritic joints. Our customized physical therapy treatments promote muscle strength, improve range of motion, increase mobility and ease pain. In addition, coupling your treatments with the following can also help you live life to the fullest and get you back to doing the things you love: 1. Education and self-management When your treatment is over, our experts will have equipped you with the knowledge and exercises you need to continue your progress on your own. 2. Weight loss Maintaining your recommended weight or losing weight if you are overweight can lessen your pain by reducing stress on your affected joints. Weight loss specifically helps ease pressure on weight-bearing joints such as the hips and knees. 3. Footwear and insoles If arthritis affects your knee, special footwear and insoles can reduce pain and improve walking.

5. Heat and cold Many people find the heat of a warm bath, heat pack or paraffin bath eases arthritis pain. Others find relief in cold packs. Still others prefer alternating the two. Learn more about what can work best for you by talking to our Spine & Sport specialists. 6. Exercise Exercise has been proven to help reduce arthritis pain while increasing strength and function. Knowing the right kind of exercises to do is the key. Talking with our physical therapists will point you in the right direction. There is a lot that you can do to relieve the pain from arthritis and protect your joints for the long-term. Find out more about our ARTHRITIS PROGRAM by calling us today and discover how to relieve and reduce the pain of arthritis.

4. Knee braces For osteoarthritis with associated knee instability, a knee brace can reduce pain, improve stability and reduce the risk of falling.

Call Spine & Sport if: • Your muscle pain persists beyond 3 days • You have severe, unexplained pain • You have any sign of infection, like swelling or redness around the tender muscle • You have poor circulation in the area where you have muscle aches (for example, in your legs) • Your muscle pain has been associated with starting or changing doses of a medicine

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Patient Success Spotlight How We Naturally Transform Patients’ Lives

I no longer have to take medication to alleviate pain! “I am amazed that I no longer suffer with pain in my back, hip, and leg day after day. The program has helped me tremendously! I no longer have to take medication to alleviate the pain. I wholeheartedly recommend Spine & Sport for anyone suffering in pain.” J.S.

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At Spine & Sport We Achieve 99% Patient Satisfastion How 3 Patients Relieved Pain Fast I have more energy!

I returned to work 100%! “Spine & Sport therapy was great! I returned to work 100% six weeks after total knee replacement. I have and will continue to recommend everyone who needs therapy.” -M.R.

No surgery, no pills! “No surgery, no prescription pills, just the folks at Spine & Sport knowing exactly what muscles were weak and helping me strengthen them. I would recommend Spine & Sport to anyone with pain!” -A.S.

“My pain no longer interferes with my sleep or my day to day activities. I generally just have more energy throughout the day. I have been to two other physical therapists, and have never made the improvements I made here.” Thank you!” -C.O.

Do You Suffer With Any of The Following Symptoms?

• Pain while bending or reaching • Soreness after sitting awhile • Difficulty standing for > 20 mins

• Pain when trying to sleep • Pain when driving > 30 mins • Radiating pain to buttocks

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Staying Healthy Becoming Active 7 Things To Do For A More Active You:

1. Take care of aches and pains. Don’t let these long-term problems linger. Get professional help at Creative Therapy Resource. 2. Limit your sitting. Get up every 30 minutes and walk around at work and home.

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3. Get out and move. Exercise regularly. At least walk every day.

4. Nutrition and portion control. Keep your intake of food nutritious and at a comfortable level. Chew your food more thoroughly and you won’t feel like you have to eat so much. 5. Drink more water. Water keeps your body systems functioning at an optimum level.

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6. Breathe! Work on your deep breathing to increase oxygen intake and get your lymphatic system moving. 7. Get enough sleep. Sleep at least 8 hours a day. It is best to get into a routine so you go to bed and wake up on a regular cycle. This helps your endocrine system.

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Healthy Recipe: Basic Fruit Smoothie Recipe

5 Ingredients • 1 quart strawberries, hulled • 1 banana, broken into chunks • 2 peaches • 1 cup orange-peach- mango juice • 2 cups ice

Directions In a blender, combine strawberries, banana and peaches. Blend until fruit is pureed. Blend in the juice. Add ice and blend to desired consistency. Pour into glasses and serve.

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KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Hold for 30 seconds. Alternate legs and repeat 5 times. lower one leg downward towards the floor by tilting your pelvis to the side. Then return the pelvis/leg back to a leveled position. Alternate legs and repeat 10 times. Loosen Tight Hips Loosen Tight Knees Try these exercises to help with aches and pains... Exercise Essentials Helpful Movements HIP HIKES While standing up on a step,

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.

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Who do you know that needs our help?

Do You Have Friends or Family Unable to Do The Following? 9 Move without pain 9 Bend and move freely Refer a Friend

9 Balance confidently and securely 9 Sit for long periods comfortably 9 Walk for long distances 9 Live an active and healthy lifestyle

If you know someone suffering with aches and pains, give the gift of health. Refer them to Spine & Sport today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly for a FREE pain or injury assessment.

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