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A L S O I N S I D E : HEALTHY GRILLING FOR ARTHRITIS SUFFERERS • EXERCISE ESSENTIALS • HEALTHY RECIPE PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT •STAFF SPOTLIGHT Don’t Let Arthritis Pain Slow You Down

Don’t Let Arthritis Pain Slow You Down

is simply the culprit as use wears away at our joints and bone tissue. This type of arthritis, called degenerative arthritis—or osteoarthritis—is the most common kind of arthritis. Whentheleg’scartilage—or itsslick,cushionedsurface—isworn away,bonerubsagainstbone.Thispain,stiffnessandswelling requires professional osteoarthritis treatment. Arthritis & Physical Therapy Regardless of the cause of arthritis, physical therapy serves a purpose in most cases. Often, severe arthritis may require medication, hot and cold therapy, or even surgery. While maintaining a healthy weight, exercise and a good diet help, medical intervention may eventually be needed. During physical therapy, the individual is trained to reach maximummobility.Theymayalsoundergoexercisesthatreduce the pressure on arthritic spots. If a patient has undergone surgery, post-op physical therapy can help them reclaim their mobility—as well as their lifestyle. Ifyouora lovedonesuffersfromarthritis,youstillhaveoptions. Contact one of our therapists today, and ask about ongoing physical therapy treatment to restore mobility, comfort and quality of life.

If you’re constantly facing lower back, hip and knee pain—you mightbe feelingarthritis.According to theCenters forDisease Control, roughly 54.4 million U.S. adults are diagnosed with some form of arthritis per year. As we age, our bones wear down. Are yours? If they are, don’t worry. It’s possible to alleviate the symptoms. It’sevenpossibletoeliminate thementirely. Ifyouhaveregular aches and pains, keep reading. We have a solution. What Is Arthritis, Exactly? Before knowing how to relieve arthritic pain, you’ll need to understand it.Arthritis—orthepainfulstiffness,or inflammation, of joints—isn’tasingledisease.Theterm“arthritis” isan informal explanation of joint pain and disease in general. Over100typesofarthritisexist,assertstheArthritisFoundation. People of all ages, races and sex can get it. It’s also the leading cause of ongoing disability in America. What Causes Lower Back, Hip and Knee Arthritis? Because arthritis is a catch-all term, pinpointing what causes arthritis may be difficult. In most cases, arthritis is caused by injuries. These injuries degenerate bones, joints and cartilage, resulting in the pain. Arthritis can also be caused by:

• Infections, such as Lyme disease • An immune system dysfunction • The inheritance of osteoarthritis • An abnormal metabolism, which leads to gout

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Healthy Grilling For Arthritis Sufferers

Are you looking forward to warmer weather and fun cookouts? While most people are smacking their lips to greasy burgers and brats, individuals suffering from arthritis are thinking twice at loading their plates, sometimes feeling like they’re missing out on the fun and food that make family cookouts enjoyable. Fortunately, healthier options are available for main dishes, sides, and even condiments! Main Dishes Marinated Mushrooms. Meaty mushrooms marinated in equal parts olive oil, balsamic vinegar and lemon juice. You’ll get immune-boosting nutrients in the mushrooms, vinegar and lemon juice. Plus, studies show that oleocanthal, one of the most concentrated anti-inflammatory compounds in olive oil, dampens the body’s inflammatory process and reducespainsensitivitywithapharmacologicalactionsimilarto ibuprofen. Herb Salmon. Salmon with a splash of lemon and a sprinkling of savory summerherbs.Salmon isrich inomega-3sandvitaminD,bothofwhich enhance jointhealth,boost immunityandprotectagainst inflammation.

Condiments Salsa & Pico De Gallo. Instead of the sugar-loaded ketchup or fat-filled mayo, choose these tangy alternatives. Weighing in at just four to five calories per tablespoon, and zero fat, salsa boasts plenty of nutrients. Olive oil based pesto or sundried tomato spread. All three ingredients – oliveoil,basilandsundriedtomatoes–areloadedwithanti-inflammatory properties. Side Dishes Bean Salad. Contrary to the mayo-based potato salad and macaroni salad, all beans boast fiber, protein and a bevy of anti-inflammatory phytonutrients. Caprese Salad. Sliced tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and basil drizzled with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Choose this tasty Caprese salad and you’ll get more oleocanthol and cancer-fighting lycopene.

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Patient Success Spotlight “TOTAL PERFORMANCE HAS BEEN FANTASTIC FOR ALL MY NEEDS. Between all the issues they’ve helped me rehabilitate, such as my IT band, my hip muscles, and my lower back, the most impressive would be my wrist and forearm. I had temporary nerve damage to my right wrist in March 2012. It was significant enough that I lost all of the strength and dexterity in my wrist and much of the strength in my forearm. Ineeded torebuild fromscratch.Fiveweeks later, thanks to the expertise of Dr. Moore, I ran in and completed all of the obstacles in Tough Mudder! In case you’re not aware, this event is a 13-mile, 20+ obstacle course that includes: pullingmyselfupover8 footwalls,navigating inclinedmonkey bars, climbing over a rope net, and swinging through a series of rings. All of these require significant gripping and arm strength. Thanks Dr. Moore!” - R.K.

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Healthy Recipe Blackened Chicken With Avocado Sauce

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Ingredients • 4 (4 oz) chicken breasts • 2 tbsp blackened seasoning • ½ cup plain, Greek yogurt • ½ avocado

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• 1 tsp lemon juice • ½ tsp garlic powder • 1 tsp salt • 2 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced

Directions Place thechickenbreastsandblackenedseasoning ina largeresealable bag. Seal and shake a few times to evenly coat the chicken. Lightly coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until cooked through, 4-6 minutes per side. Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the yogurt, avocado, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt and pulse until smooth and creamy. To serve, top each chicken breast with 2 tablespoons of the creamy avocado sauce and garnish with ½ tablespoon green onions.

Exercise Essentials Relieve Knee Pain In Minutes!

Knee Extension While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Repeat 6 times on each leg.

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