Synergy Therapeutic Group - November 2018

1110 N. CEDAR COURT CARBONDALE, IL 62901

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THE NEWSLETTER ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND CARING FOR YOUR BODY

S ince I immigrated to the United States from India, I don’t have any childhood memories of celebrating Thanksgiving. However, my family has made the holiday our own. Whenever the kids are out of school, my wife and I try to take them on a trip. This year, we plan to spend Thanksgiving in the Smoky Mountains relaxing and enjoying some much- needed time off. But I do have a problem with Thanksgiving. It has nothing to do with the copious amount of food people eat or the crazy sales the day after. The problem I have with Thanksgiving is the theme: giving thanks. Every year during the holiday, Americans are reminded about what they should be grateful for, and they hopefully spend time reflecting. But this isn’t something we should be doing once a year; we should celebrate the things we are thankful for year-round. Thanksgiving should be a celebration of pre-existing gratefulness, not a reminder to be thankful. We sometimes forget to be thankful, and we do things mechanically without understanding what we actually have to be thankful for on a daily basis. We ignore how the pieces of our life are connected, and we instead get hung up on negativity. We focus on the bad rather than being grateful for what we have. Every day, I practice gratitude for what I have been given and what I’ve worked for. I’ve immigrated from another country, earned a degree in physical therapy and wellness, spent years building up a practice with my wife, and created a family with our own traditions. Every opportunity I’ve had and step I’ve taken has led me to where I am today. Without my past, I wouldn’t be in my present. Finding Ways to Be Thankful 365 Days a Year EVERYDAY GRATITUDE

I often think back to my time

in school for physical therapy. I was taught the mechanics of healing the

body and ways to help people get back to their daily lives. But I only learned about half of what I use today. I didn’t have all the knowledge I needed when I graduated, and every opportunity, patient, and practitioner I’ve worked with has given me more experience. As readers will remember from our October newsletter, I’m more than a physical therapist. I have to act as a counselor, a friend, an engineer, and a trainer, among other things. If I’m not present, thankful, and encouraging, negativity will be transferred to my patients and stall their healing. Occasionally, I’m asked to speak at an addiction center. I get to use my knowledge as a medical expert to talk about the effects of using substances on people’s bodies, and I personally get to know the patients. I’m often reminded at this center that experiences are not one-size-fits-all and everyone has a lot to be thankful for. Even while being dealt one of life’s toughest hands, the folks at this center find ways to be grateful. I may not make a ton of money. I may sometimes have to work hours I don’t like or miss free time due to obligations. But if I’m not happy, everything is useless. I’m excited to come to work. I love working with my wife — although a lot of people ask me what that is like, and I’m not sure whether they think it’s a good or bad idea — and we get to raise a wonderful family together.

For all that, I’m grateful.

–Subrat Bahinipati

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BALANCE IN THE BELLY Probiotics play a critical role in your digestive system. These good gut bacteria help your body digest food more efficiently and protect your overall health. However, these microorganisms are susceptible to many negative influences that can cause them to die. More often than not, probiotics die off due to a disruption in the balance of your digestive tract. One of the more harmful things to your gut bacteria is antibiotics, which is self-explanatory when you think about it. Antibiotics attack all forms of bacteria in your body, good or bad. In some cases, people who take too many antibiotics or take them for longer than prescribed experience significant damage to their intestinal flora, leading to digestive issues. Another big threat to probiotics is medication in general. When you start or stop a medication, probiotics in your system can be adversely affected. Taking new supplements or changing your dosage can have the same effect. A major change to your diet can also harm your gut flora. If you introduce new foods or alter your diet significantly, it can shock your system with the sudden change, resulting in a die-off. In this case, even an insignificant die-off can cause you to feel under the weather.

Why Good Gut Bacteria Die and What You Can Do About It

For most people, simple and small changes to medications or diets will not have much effect on existing gut flora. After all, the average person has roughly 3 pounds of gut bacteria in their system at any given time — that’s about 100 trillion microorganisms working for your body! But when they do die off, all they need is time to repopulate and restore balance to your digestive system. You can help speed up this process by consuming probiotics like yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir, and kombucha.

SUCCESS STORIES

PATIENT

“I love what Synergy has done for me — getting out of bed in the morning, being able to walk across the floor, and not having pain in my lower back. Going outside and working in the garden and yard is a pleasure now. Thank you so much.” –Paula L.

“When I first started my treatment, I had a lot of pain in my neck and shoulder. I couldn’t get much sleep. Now my shoulder and neck are a lot better and do not keep me awake. I am very grateful for the help I’ve received and the things I’ve learned about how to take care of my body. I feel the Synergy therapists are very caring people.” –Barbara B.

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KNEED RELIEF?

DAILY HABITS THAT ARE STRAINING YOUR KNEES

Improper Healing When you hurt your knee, the last thing you may want to do is walk, but science shows this might actually be good for your injury. Physical therapy works so well because it helps you work through your injury instead of avoiding your pain altogether. Take time to rest, follow a proper icing routine, and introduce your body to light exercise by going for walks and doing the at-home exercises your physical therapist recommends. Don’t go for a marathon hike when you have knee pain, but don’t milk the injury, either. Your Diet No, eating an extra candy bar won’t cause your knees to lock up, but the weight you gain from doing so could. Eating properly and adhering to a healthy diet will help you stay thin and avoid excessive weight gain. The more weight you put on your body, the more weight you require your body — specifically your knees — to lift when you move. Furthermore, exercising will become increasingly difficult and strenuous on your knees as you have to move more weight. Don’t live with unnecessary knee pain. Learn how Synergy Therapeutic Group can help you with your knee pain by calling (618) 529-4360 or visiting SynergyTherapeuticGroup.com.

Every time you walk, run, jump, or skip, you rely on your knees. But chronic knee pain can make daily movements a constant struggle. Save yourself some pain and treat your knees better by avoiding these common knee no-nos. Exercise — Or the Lack Thereof This one’s for the weekend warrior and the couch potato. Exercise is a great way to stay in shape and keep your mind sharp. But if you don’t do it with proper form, you wreak havoc on your knees. Running has long been thought to cause knee problems, but regular and safe runs can actually decrease your chances of arthritis and joint pain. When you don’t listen to your body, make appropriate adjustments, or run on softer surfaces, you put your knees at risk. What’s more, if you never exercise, you’re actually slowly killing your knees. Your joints were made for movement, and if they aren’t used, they will deteriorate.

GET BACK TO L I V I NG YOUR L I FE

LEARN HOW TO MANAGE BACK PAIN AND SCIATICA WITHOUT MEDICATION, INJECTIONS, OR SURGERY.

PUMPKIN CHICKPEA FRITTERS These crispy, savory fritters are the perfect main course option for a vegan Thanksgiving.

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INGREDIENTS

• 1 can chickpeas, drained • 1/2 cup organic pumpkin purée • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar • 1 teaspoon garlic granules

• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper • 1–2 teaspoons flour, for binding (optional) • 1 cup panko bread crumbs, for coating • 1/4–1/2 cup safflower or canola oil, for frying

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large mixing bowl, mash together chickpeas and pumpkin purée until the majority of peas are mixed with purée. 2. Add sunflower seeds, apple cider vinegar, spices, and flour to mixture. Fold until fully integrated. 3. In a large skillet, heat oil on medium-high. 4. Form mixture into golf-ball-sized spheres and roll to coat in panko breadcrumbs. Pat into flat cakes and carefully drop into hot oil. 5. Fry fritters, flipping once, until golden and toasty, about 2 minutes per side. 6. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel to dry and cool. Serve 5 minutes after cooking.

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