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HIP, KNEE AND LEG PAIN Get Moving Again Pain-Free

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RELIEVING HIP, KNEE AND LEG PAIN Enjoy Your Life Again!

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• What Are The Symptoms? • Joint Mobilization

• Patient Success Spotlight • Relieve Pain In Minutes

Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough—but injuries happen. Your hips and knees are your largest joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need. Between arthritis, injuries and age, however, pain can flare up. If you’re experiencinghip,kneeor legpain,call us to schedule a closer look. Before you do, however, let’s examine the pain itself.

What Causes Hip, Knee and Leg Pain?

While many causes exist, the most likely are: • Arthritis

While some causes are more severe than others, a physician can identify each.As thebodyages, jointsbecome inflamed. Cartilage may wear down, reducing the “buffer” between bones. Insomecases, limitedbloodflowmay cause bone tissue death, or necrosis. If you’re experiencing redness, inflammation and immobilized joints, the condition may be severe.

Hip,kneeand legpainaresurprisingly common. Thus, their source can come from a variety of things. If you’re experiencing pain in any part ofyour leg,pinpointing theexactspot can help you determine the cause. Quantum Physical Therapy has pinpointed several leading causes of hip, knee and leg pain.

• Dislocation • Hip fracture • Sprains and strains • Tendonitis • Pinched nerves • Osteoporosis • Cancer

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Joint Mobilization

Sometimes, a joint can become irritated, swollen, or misaligned as a result of injury, stress, poor posture, repetitive movement, or even as a result of age-related wear and tear. When this happens, the joint may not move correctly and become stiff and painful. This can lead to muscle weakness or even impingement and damage to nearby nerves. Specificconditionswhichourphysicaltherapyteamsuccessfullymanage with joint mobilizations include:

While leg pain is noticeable by a slew of symptoms, several stick out. Aching or stiffness around the hip, groin, back or thigh may be a sign of deeperproblems.Adecreased rangeofmotioncanalsobeasignofdeeper problems which may later result in hip, knee or leg pain. Sometimes, inactivitycancontribute to immobility—and laterpain. Ifyou’re limping, lurchingorareexperiencingbadbalance,contactaphysician.While some hip, knee and leg pains go away, those lasting longer than several months may be hinting at a deeper issue. How Physical Therapy Can Help In many cases, physical therapy can help patients increase leg mobility. In doing so, they can stretch, flex and strengthen the muscles responsible for support. If a joint appears deformed, or if sudden swelling occurs, contact a physician immediately. Agoodphysical therapyprogramcanassistwithpost-operation treatment, too. Ifyou’veundergonetreatmentforosteoporosis,dislocationorafracture, your therapist can help you reclaim full mobility—and a healthy lifestyle. From start to finish, we’re dedicated to your ongoing wellness. On every level, physical therapy serves to enhance the patient’s quality of life. We’re here tohelp,andwehaveyearsofexperiencebackingevery therapyoption. Contact one of our providers today, and tell us about your symptoms. Sources: https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/hip-pain/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym-20050684 https://www.everydayhealth.com/hip-pain/hip-pain-and-your-body.aspx https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/knees-and-hips-a-troubleshooting-guide-to-knee-and- hip-pain WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?

• Arthritis • Rotator cuff tears and sprains • Adhesive capsulitis • Medial or lateral epicondylitis

• Ankle sprains • Sciatica • Facet joint locking • Whiplash

Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing knee pain. KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Repeat 5 times. Stretches Tight Muscles Joint issues are often the hidden underlying factors driving other types of injuries and ailments including muscle strains, ligament damage, and bursitis,so this iswhywestronglyencourageyou toconsultwithaphysical therapist with any type of acute or chronic dysfunction. Your joints could be contributing to your pain without you even realizing it!

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Patient Success Spotlight

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“My therapist was a great teacher.” “I have had neck pain for a long time with no specific injury. Coming to therapy helped me to understand possible causes so that I can prevent it in the future. I feel a lot more optimistic about the future regarding my neck pain. I would recommend Quantum to other people because of the friendly staff. My therapist was a great teacher. They are very knowledgeable and give great instructions on proper technique. Thank you for all of your help!” -Phillip Clayton

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Staff Spotlight: Jennifer Monroe, PTA

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Jennifer isastaffPhysicalTherapist Assistant at Quantum Physical Therapy inDayton,Ohio.Sheearned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Visual Communications Design from Purdue University in 2002 and an Associate’s degree in Web Design, prior to returning to school to pursueherpassion for thePhysical Therapy field. Jen graduated with an Associate’s in Applied Science degree from Sinclair Community College inDayton,OhioasaPhysical Therapy Assistant class of 2016. Jen decided to pursue physical therapy after having two shoulder surgeries and participating herself

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in therapy. Jen has a passion for helping people both physically and mentally, with an energetic personality and a caring attitude. Outside of the work place, Jen enjoyscreatingworksofart,playing recreationalsportsandenjoyingher family.

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