Sports & Ortho: Hip, Knee & Leg Pain

Sports & Ortho: Hip, Knee & Leg Pain

Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

“Run The Right Direction For Pain Relief!” HIP, KNEE & LEG PAIN

Do you suffer from knee, hip or leg pain? You are not alone. CDC studies show that 30% of adults have reported some form of knee, hip or ankle joint stiffness or pain in a 30 day period. The hip and knee joints are incredible marvels of the human body. At times they have to withstand up to 6 times your body weight in force. (continued inside)

Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

“Don’t Let Joint Pain Slow You Down!” HIP, KNEE & LEG PAIN

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• Does Arthritis Pain Grind You Down? • Relieve Knee Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight

• Sudoku Puzzle • Healthy Recipe

The knee joint is the second most complicated joint in the body and has to move in many directions including forward, backward, side to side and rotation.These different movements are called accessory motions and are needed for normal walking, running and bending. When you experience pain in the side of the hip, groin, thigh or knee, you may have difficulty with these accessory motions. Prolonged sitting, injuries, arthritis and disease can affect accessory motions. With every day use, tissues around the hip and knee joints tighten, leading to a gradual loss of motion. This causes a lot of pressure to build up on specific parts of the joints. When Your Motion is Lost. When you lose the movement of the hip, knee or ankle joints, your muscles have to take on the abnormal strain. This leads to common aches and pains experienced by millions of

people. Many people feel that medication will help solve their hip, knee or leg pain. While medication can help to decrease inflammation and pain, it cannot address the root cause of the problem. Most pain in the hip, thigh, knee or leg comes from poor flexibility, strength or co- ordination. Treating Leg Pain. To determine the source of your leg pain our physi- cal therapists examine your walking, squatting, joint movement, com- paring the strength and mobility of the joints. A comprehensive treat- ment plan, including special hands-on techniques, is made to achieve the fastest relief and the longest lasting results. If you are suffering with hip, knee or leg pain, call us today to learn how we can eliminate your pain and put a spring back in your step! Look inside to learn more and say goodbye to that aching knee or hip!

Don’t suffer with joint pain any longer, call now for your free assessment and see what Sports and Ortho can do for you!

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DOES ARTHRITIS PAIN GRIND YOU DOWN?

Millions of Americans suffer through arthritis pain every day, taking Ibuprofen and stronger medications to numb the pain and address the ongoing inflammation. The definition of arthritis is joint inflammation, however the term has acquired a wider meaning. Arthritis is now used as a generic term for osteoarthritis and other conditions that affect joints. The pattern, severity and location of arthritis symptoms can vary depending on the specific form of the disease. Typically, arthritic conditions are characterized by pain and stiffness in and around one or more joints. The symptoms can develop gradually or suddenly. Certain rheumatic conditions can also involve the immune system and various internal organs of the body. Physical therapy is an important part of the ongoing treatment for arthritis. Physical therapystrengthens,stretchesandstabilizesmusclessurrounding affected joints providing needed support. Relieving Joint Pain Exercising is important to help reduce joint pain and stiffness. Light to moderate-intensity physical activity can actually prevent a decline in function, even restoring health. However, some people with arthritis may be reluctant to exercise because of joint pain after activity. You can take various steps to relieve pain, such as heat and cold therapy, or pain relievers, making it easier for you to exercise and stay active. In addition to physical therapy, choose non–impact exercises such as bicycling, swimming or water exercise. Furthermore, research shows that even modest weight loss combined with exercise is more effective in decreasing pain and restoring function than either weight loss or exercise alone. If you are suffering with arthritis pain, call us today and

discover how we can relieve your pain, returning you to a more active, pain-free lifestyle! Learn more about how you can naturally relieve joint pain, call the clinic nearest you today!

Healthy Recipe

PAN ROASTED LEMON CHICKEN

INGREDIENTS • 4 boneless chicken breasts • Salt & pepper to taste • 3 tsp extra-virgin olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced • 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth • 2 tsp flour • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill • 1 tbsp lemon juice

DIRECTIONS Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat 1½ teaspoons oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until well browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1½ teaspoons oil to the pan. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Whisk broth, flour, 1 tablespoon dill and lemon juice in a measuring cup and add to pan. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan; reduce heat to low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a warmed platter. Season sauce with salt and pepper and spoon over the chicken. Garnish with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill.

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PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT

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“My experience at Sports and Ortho has been not only a successful experience but also a very inspirational one. Christy and her assistants not only showed me the tools I needed to reach my recovery but they gave me the confidence I needed to get there. For three months a few times a week with Christy andTouley, her assistant, made me get over my fears and pushed me to believe in myself to go above and beyond my expectations. They all were a great team, and I felt positive energy every time I was there. Christy Galardi was so precise and yet compassionate with her physical therapy techniques. I can’t recommend her enough! In fact, my husband is now a patient here. Thank you for moving me from crutches and being afraid to jog and run.” – Claudette P.

You can find the FREE Hip, Knee & Leg Pain ebook download on our homepage at: www.sportsandortho.net

If you have joint pain, come in for a free assessment at any of our four locations. Don’t wait, we can help! BRIDGEPORT 312-225-3119 NORTHWEST SIDE 773-657-3897 LINCOLN PARK 773-904-8881 BEVERLY 773-779-7970

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

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