Synergy Therapeutic: Arthritis Pain Relief

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“Suffering From Achy Joints?” ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF

Do you find yourself feeling sore and achy in one or more of your joints? It is possible, that you may be experiencing the symptoms of osteoarthritis. According to the American Arthritis Association, Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis affecting people as they age. There are many reasons why people get OA, but the main one is that we are all living longer. Thus, there is more wear and tear on joint cartilage, causing inflammation and pain after activity. Symptoms of Osteoarthritis Arthritis in the spine, knees, hips and fingers are the most common areas for Osteoarthritis to occur. The symptoms typically come on slowly, but as the disease continues more symptoms occur such as: • Pain in the joints • Tenderness in one or more joints • Stiffness after periods of sitting or inactivity. This is especially noted when getting up in the morning • Flare-ups of pain and inflammation after using the arthritic joint • Sounds or sensations of bone rubbing on bone when moving the joint Causes of Osteoarthritis While the exact mechanisms of how OA starts are not known, a lifestyle of

inactivity, weakness in and around the joint, injury or disease can accelerate OA in people, even in young adults. Your cartilage is a shock absorber for your joints and depends on your overall health and nutrition to survive the relentless daily pounding it takes. Over time, joint alignment and muscle weakness can significantly affect the pressure on the cartilage causing it to wear down faster.

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“Something Can Be Done With Your Arthritis!”

HOW OSTEOARTHRITIS AFFECTS YOU What Can Help Arthritis Pain? Many people think that once they have arthritis nothing can be done about it, except take medication and in the worst case, prepare for a joint replacement surgery. However, what most people don’t know is that physical therapy is one of the most cost effective treatments for OA and can help relieve painful symptoms significantly. Whether you have been suffering for a short or long time, a lot can be done to help your joint pain and mobility. Our specialized physical therapy addresses your individual problem, improving joint mobility and strengthening the muscles around the painful joints. In addition, gentle treatments are performed to relieve pain, swelling and restore balance to the affected joint. Our programs teach you valuable techniques on how to maintain your joint health so you can get back to the activities you enjoy. Therefore, you can have a life with less pain and more movement. Call us today to learn more about our arthritis pain reducing programs! www.synergytherapeuticgroup.com Synergy Therapeutic Group Is Here To Help! Call To Schedule An Appointment With Us Today. Carbondale 618-529-4360 Du Quoin 618-542-8950

We are quickly approaching the end of 2017. Do not lose your therapy benefits for this year. As you know all insurances including Medicare have an annual limit, co-pay and deductible. So if you or somebody you know has been putting off Therapy, it is in your best interest to schedule Therapy before the holidays and year’s end. Give us a call as soon as possible. Please do not wait until the last minute. During the final months of the year, it is usually a very busy time for the staff. YEAR END REMINDER

Take care, From all of us at Synergy

If you suffer from Arthritis or Vertigo, give us a call today and let us help you get back to being yourself again.

ATTENTION Pain Sufferers

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Health &Wellness Two Events You Don’t Want To Miss!

ATTENTION IF YOU HAVE VERTIGO, BALANCE PROBLEMS, OR ARE PRONE TO FALLING!

• Each year, millions of people 65 and older are treated in emergency departments because of falls • Over 800,000 patients a year are hospitalized because of a fall-related injury, most often because of a broken hip or head injury • Many will lose their lifestyle and land in a nursing home • Balance issues and falls are more serious than you think, one fall can change your life

SYNERGY WELLNESS & PREVENTION PROGRAM For two days ONLY, November 2nd and November 9th, we will be conducting Full Vertigo/Balance Examinations with recommendations at our Carbondale office. The exam is FREE but has limited spots, so please call 618-529-4360 to make a reservation soon!.

At Synergy Therapeutic Group—as our name indicates—we believe Synergy between body, mind, and spirit leads to a happier and healthier life. That is our whole treatment philosophy. Often, by the time we see our patients they have already been through countless imaging procedures, even surgery, and a life time of medications. Our goal is to get to individuals before they go through a medical merry-

go-round. We know musculoskeletal changes are predictable if we know what we are looking at. Our wellness program is designed with modern science combined with ancient wisdom of the whole body (a holistic approach). To maintain your body naturally, our comprehensive wellness programs addresses mind, body and spirit through: 1. Stress reduction 2. Nutrition 3. Finding out predictable biomechanical changes 4. Identifying motivating/discouraging factors for success Join our wellness program for as low as $8.25 per month. This price is only good until December 31, 2017.

Try this simple exercise to keep you moving... Relieve Pain In Minutes Without Pain Medication!

FORWARD BEND - LONG SITTING Sit with legs straight out and lower back tall. Bend forward keeping lower back tall to feel a stretch in the back of your thighs. Hold for 15 seconds and repeat 6 times.

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

Patient Success Spotlights

My pain was greatly reduced!

I am able to do much more than when I started treatments! “When I started, I had trouble walking and was in a lot of pain. After coming just three times, my pain was greatly reduced and I am feeling much better. I look forward to feeling normal again.” - Crystal J. “I came here following a fall with multiple injuries and my results were great. I am able to do much more than when I started treatments at Synergy. Treatment here does not hurt and I liked the idea of a hands-on approach.” - Johnnie M.

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