STAR PT: PT for Healthy Aging

September, 2020 NEWSLETTER

WE CAN HELP YOU AGE HEALTHILY

Wouldn’t it be nice if our bodies could stay in the same shape they were in during our 20’s and 30’s? Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a fountain of youth we can drink from! As we age, our bodies become more susceptible to wear and tear and certain health risks. (continued inside)

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NEWSLETTER September, 2020

WE CAN HELP YOU AGE HEALTHILY

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• Benefits Of Staying Active As You Age • Staff Spotlight • Star PT Workshops! • Patient Success Spotlight

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PT & Aging with Jeff Reeves, PT

is vital, and even making small dietary changes, such as increasing your fruit and vegetable intake can make all the difference! As you age, your doctor may recommend cutting back on your salt and saturated fat intake as well. Try to eat three meals a day to get the necessary nutrients and a few snacks in between to keep your energy levels up. Without energy, you won’t find yourself moving around much! 2. Exercise Regularly. Exercise can help increase appetite, which can make eating regular meals a bit easier on people who don’t find themselves remembering to sit down for mealtimes. Physical therapy can help with keeping you fit and active. Depending on your age, a physical therapist can suggest certain stretches and exercise routines that are specific to your needs and are guaranteed to keep you limber and flexible. You might even want to get a dog so that you have a reason to go on more walks outside! 3. Maintain a healthy weight. Weight gain can cause several issues for you no matter how old you are, but it’s especially important as you get older to make sure you aren’t putting unnecessary stress on your body. The higher your blood pressure is, the higher your weight will be as well. Eating a balanced diet, drinking plenty of water, and remembering to get physical activity every day is key to maintaining a healthy weight, and setting yourself up for success as you get older.

Luckily, physical therapy can help soothe the pain from some of the health conditions you may experience with age. If you are looking for pain relief, Star Physical Therapy can help! Our physical therapy team can help you maintain a strong

Jeff Reeves, PT, Clinical Director in Covington

and mobile body as you get older, manage and prevent chronic illnesses, and keep you active and energized throughout your golden years. Call us today to schedule an appointment! Ways To Stay Healthy and Active As You Age Research shows that staying physically active as you age can improve your quality of life and increase your lifespan. Adopting a healthy routine can help you decrease stress, lose weight, boost your memory and brain health, and improve your mood. Exercise is especially important for older adults because it reduces the risk of age-related health conditions, helps manage existing health conditions, increases longevity, and extends a person’s “healthspan” (the amount of time spent disease-free) . Here is a list of ways you can make sure you’re able to stay healthy and active! 1. Eat Well. Make sure you’re eating a balanced diet to reduce inflammation as you age. Having a sufficient intake in all food groups

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BENEFITS OF STAYING ACTIVE AS YOU AGE The list of benefits of staying healthy and active as you age is never- ending! You’ll feel much better, live a longer and fuller life, and be able to experience more of your children and grandchildren’s lives as well. of the week — can lower your blood pressure. It’s important to be consistent because if you stop exercising, your blood pressure can rise again.

3. Avoid falls. One thing that is a constant reminder of your age is the threat of losing your balance or having weak bones that just can’t hold you up. The longer you’re able to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle, the less you’ll need to worry about falling and hurting yourself. Falling is technically a risk for anyone at any age, however, for elderly people it could be the difference between being able to live alone and having to live in an assisted living facility. Physical therapy can improve balance, coordination, flexibility, strength, and endurance and avoid the costly physical, financial, and emotional impacts of falls as you age. Contact Star Physical Therapy Today The healthier, stronger, and more active you are as you age, the less likely you are to experience potentially life-threatening injuries or to lose your independence. It’s never too late to start making better life choices for your health. By concentrating on forms of exercise that challenge strength and balance, we can help maintain our fitness as we age. To learn more about how proper nutrition and exercise in physical therapy can help you avoid the more negative aspects of aging, contact our office today!

Our physical therapy team here at Star Physical Therapy can help you maintain a strong and mobile body as you get older, manage and prevent chronic illnesses, and keep you active and energized throughout your golden years. Below are 3 major benefits you’ll reap from deciding to stay active as you get older. 1. Lowers your chances of going to a nursing home. For many older people, the fear of being forced to live in an assisted living facility hangs over their heads. Who wants to leave their home and privacy behind? Unfortunately, in many cases, this is the safest option because it provides them with round the clock care in case of a fall, injury, or illness. However, the more active you are and the better care you take of your health, the less likely you are to have to resort to an assisted living facility down the road. 2. Keeps your blood pressure down. Incorporating a good exercise regimen into your routine early on can keep you from relying on harmful medication to keep your blood pressure in a normal range when you’re older. According to MayoClinic, regular physical activity — such as 150 minutes a week, or about 30 minutes most days

Healthy Recipe

Patient Success Spotlight

MINTED COUSCOUS SALAD

INGREDIENTS • 1 cup dry couscous • 1 cup jarred roasted red peppers • 2 tbsp olive oil • Juice from 1/2 lemon

• 1 tomato, seeded and diced • 1 English cucumber, diced • 1/2 cup mint (or flat-leaf parsley) • Salt and pepper

“Thank you for all your help and caring about my well-being” Success Story: Nemsie R. “When I first came to Physical Therapy, I had trouble walking, stair climbing and sleeping because of the pain in my hips and knees. Because of Physical Therapy I am now able to do all of those things with little to no pain. With the help of Rachel and the staff at STAR, I have gotten stronger and regained mobility that I thought I had lost forever. Thank you for all your help and caring about my well-being.”

INSTRUCTIONS Cook the couscous according to package directions. Fluff with fork. Meanwhile, dice roasted red peppers and add diced tomato and cucumber to a bowl. Add lemon juice and olive oil and stir to combine. Finely chop mint (or parsley) and add to bowl, along with the cooked couscous, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!

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Staff Spotlight: Reese Arnoult

they are some of my best friends. I have met many amazing patients and enjoy hearing their incredible stories.” What does Reese enjoy doing in her spare time? “I really like roller blading around with my dog.” Another cool thing about Reese: Her family owns the famous “Bear’s Poboy Restaurant” in Covington. You have to try their roast beef poboy! Reese, WE ARE SO HONORED TO HAVE YOU AT STAR!!

We would like to congratulate Reese being promoted to the new receptionist in Covington. Megan (the prior receptionist) has been promoted to a new position: Authorization Manager. Reese says: “I like working at STAR because my coworkers are amazing people and

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Exercise Essentials Try this movement to help relieve back pain.

Relieve Back Pain

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HEALTHY AGING WORKSHOPS www.starptclinics.com/workshops

PRONE ON ELBOWS While lying face down on your stomach, slowly raise your upper body up and prop yourself onto your elbows. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.

9/22 @ 6:30 PM COVINGTON CLINIC 9/23 @ 10:00 AM STAR FITNESS CENTER 9/29 @ 6:30 PM NEW ORLEANS EAST CLINIC 9/24 @ 6:00 PM SLIDELL CLINIC

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